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Tzatziki Sauce Recipe: Easy Homemade Greek Delight

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This Tzatziki Sauce is a fresh and creamy Greek yogurt cucumber dip that’s simple to prepare. Perfect for serving with gyros, vegetables, or pita chips, it offers a refreshing taste and delightful texture. Enjoy this classic homemade Greek delight any time.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 English cucumber partially peeled striped
  • 1 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 4 to 5 garlic cloves peeled finely grated or minced you start with 1 to 2 garlic cloves if you don’t want it to be too strong
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Early Harvest Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
  • Handful of chopped fresh dill or mint optional
  • 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
  • Warm pita bread for serving
  • Sliced vegetables for serving

Instructions

  1. Grate the cucumber finely using a box grater or small food processor and mix it with 1/2 tsp kosher salt.
  2. Place the grated cucumber into a cheese cloth or double-layered napkin and press firmly to remove excess liquid.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the garlic with remaining 1/2 tsp kosher salt, white vinegar, and olive oil and stir well.
  4. Add the drained cucumber into the garlic mixture and blend in the Greek yogurt, ground white pepper, and herbs if using.
  5. Cover the sauce and chill it in the refrigerator from 30 minutes up to 2 hours to thicken and enhance the flavors.
  6. Give the sauce a good stir before serving and drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired. Serve with pita bread or fresh veggies.

Notes

  • This recipe makes about 2 cups of sauce and can be kept in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days
  • Adjust garlic amount to taste as it can be quite strong
  • This version is adapted from Yogurt Culture for smaller servings

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Find it online: https://www.amgroyal.com/tzatziki-sauce-recipe/