Easy Tzatziki
A refreshing dip or sauce with just a handful of ingredients. The combination of creamy Greek yogurt, cool cucumbers, and fresh herbs makes this the perfect condiment!
Servings: 2 cups, approximately
Ingredients
- ½ large cucumber unpeeled
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh dill minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber over a thin kitchen towel and squeeze all the liquid out. You will have approximately 1 cup of grated cucumber. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, garlic, oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Add in the cucumber and stir until fully combined.
- Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled. Store leftover tzatziki in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before serving.
Notes
See tidbits above for tips on how to turn this dip into a thinner sauce like consistency.