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Creamy Tzatziki Sauce

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A quick and easy homemade Greek yogurt dip with fresh cucumbers, garlic, and herbs, perfect for pairing with grilled meats, veggies, or pita bread.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium cucumber (about 7–8 oz / 200–225 g), grated and squeezed
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel the cucumber if the skin is thick or waxed. Grate it using the large holes of a box grater (about 1 cup grated). Place the grated cucumber in a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much liquid as possible.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup (240 ml) of full-fat Greek yogurt with 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil, and 1 teaspoon white vinegar (if using). Stir until smooth.
  3. Mince 2 to 3 garlic cloves finely and add to the bowl along with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill. Mix well to distribute the flavors evenly.
  4. Fold in the squeezed grated cucumber. The texture should be creamy but with some pleasant crunch from the cucumber bits.
  5. Add ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. You can make it a day ahead for better flavor.

Notes

Squeeze out excess cucumber liquid to avoid watery sauce. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Chill the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. For a smoother sauce, briefly blend in a food processor. Variations include using coconut or almond yogurt for dairy-free, adding cayenne for spice, or swapping dill for mint or parsley.

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