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Tzatziki Sauce

Tzatziki Sauce is a creamy Greek yogurt dip.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Sauce, Dip
Cuisine Mediterranean, Greek

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz Greek yogurt
  • 1 small cucumber peeled and seeded (1 cup grated and squeezed dry)
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives chopped
  • Kosher salt
  • Black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Strain the Greek yogurt using a fine mesh strainer or coffee filter for a few hours to remove excess liquid.
  • Peel and seed the cucumber, then grate it or finely chop it.
  • Place the cucumber in a strainer, sprinkle lightly with salt, and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  • In a bowl, combine strained yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, and chives.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix until smooth and well combined.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to develop. This Tzatziki Sauce is best served chilled.

Notes

  • Substitute dill with mint for a different flavor profile
  • Add grated garlic gradually to control intensity
  • Perfect as a sandwich or wrap spread