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Homemade Tzatziki Sauce

Creamy Homemade Tzatziki Sauce for Quick and Easy Snacking

Homemade Tzatziki Sauce is a quick, easy, and gluten-free delight perfect for snacks and meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Cucumber Seedless variety preferred
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Dairy-free yogurt can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Dill Fresh preferred, dried is a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with a light oil
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Parsley Omit if necessary
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Adjust amount to taste
  • 1/2 medium Lemon Juice Fresh juice is ideal
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Use sea salt for gourmet touch

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sieve or Colander
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash one cucumber, slice lengthwise, scoop out seeds, dice or shred to make about one cup, and drain excess liquid for 10 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, combine the drained cucumber with Greek yogurt, dill, olive oil, parsley, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Stir well.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning with more garlic, salt, and pepper as desired. Mix again.
  4. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cucumbers are well-drained to maintain sauce consistency. Fresh herbs enhance the flavor, and it's best served chilled.

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