Easy Tzatziki Sauce [Greek Yogurt Sauce]

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This Tzatziki Sauce Recipe, also known as Greek yogurt sauce, is easy to make, refreshing, and so delicious! This healthy sauce is so versatile that it is the perfect accompaniment to many dishes. Use it as a sauce on your sandwiches, pitas, gyros, tacos, or as a dip.

Easy & Quick Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

I learned how to make this Easy Tzatziki recipe with my ex-boss, who is 100% Greek. She taught me that this is the traditional way that her family makes greek yogurt sauce.

We LOVE this sauce! And I use it on everything.

WHAT IS TZATZIKI SAUCE?

Tzatziki is an intense and creamy sauce made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, and garlic. It has a rich flavor and excellent consistency. Plus, it’s certainly healthier than mayonnaise or ranch dressing.

You can slather it on your sandwiches, tacos, or simply use it as a dip with warm flatbread and your favorite vegetables!

INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED

Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities and detailed instructions (scroll down).

• Hot house cucumber – also known as English cucumber.
• Plain Greek yogurt – I recommend using full-fat Greek yogurt.
• Fresh garlic 
• Olive oil
• Dill dry or fresh
• Salt 

STEP BY STEP RECIPE PHOTO TUTORIAL

Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities and detailed instructions (scroll down).

1. Grate the cucumber – Some people like to squeeze the water out of the cucumber. I don’t do that, and I don’t find it necessary. However, you can do it if you prefer. To do so, grate the cucumber, place it in a clean kitchen cloth or a heavy napkin and then squeeze all the liquid out.
2. Mix together in a bowl the Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill and salt in a bowl until well combined. 
3. Cover and chill before serving.

STORING & FREEZING INSTRUCTIONS

STORE the Tzatziki sauce well covered in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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Easy Tzatziki Sauce [Greek Yogurt Sauce]

Oriana Romero

This Tzatziki Sauce Recipe, also known as Greek yogurt sauce, is easy to make, refreshing, and so delicious! This healthy sauce is so versatile that it is the perfect accompaniment to many dishes. Use it as a sauce on your sandwiches, pitas, gyros, tacos, or as a dip.

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 0 mins

Total Time 10 mins

Servings 2 cups

Ingredients

  

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• 17.6 oz (500 g) Plain Greek ( I use whole milk yogurt)
• 1 Hot House (English) cucumber
• 2 – 3 garlic gloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dill (dry or fresh)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

 

• Grate the cucumber. NOTE: Some people like to squeeze the water out of the cucumber. I don't do that, and I don't find it necessary. However, you can do it if you prefer. To do so, grate the cucumber, place it in a clean kitchen cloth or a heavy napkin and then squeeze all the liquid out.
• Mix the Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, and salt in a bowl until well combined. Taste and adjust to your liking; you can add more salt or garlic, if necessary.
• Cover and chill for a couple of hours before serving.

Oriana’s Notes

 

STORE:  the Tzatziki sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

 

MAKE AHEAD: You can make tzatziki sauce ahead of time. Store it in the refrigerator in an airtight glass container. It is best to use it within 2 to 4 days.

 

CUCUMBER: Hot House cucumber is also known as English cucumber. They’re the long ones that come individually wrapped. 

 

EXTRA TIPS:

• I recommend using a Microplane zester to grate the garlic. 
• For an extra thick sauce, I like to use whole milk Greek yogurt but can also use fat-free or low-fat if you prefer. 
• Refrigerate the sauce at least 2 hours before serving. 
• Adjust the quality of garlic according to your liking. I generally add two garlic cloves, which adds a nice garlicky flavor without being overwhelming. 

 

MORE SAUCE RECIPE YOU’LL LOVE:

• No-Cook Easy Pizza Tomato Sauce
• Easy Chimichurri Sauce
• Easy Avocado Sauce
• Easy Homemade Eggless Ranch Dressing

 

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Please note that nutritional information is a rough estimate and it can vary depending on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 609kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 54gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 2514mgPotassium: 1208mgFiber: 2gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 367IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 627mgIron: 2mg

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Course Condiments

Cuisine European

Calories 609

Keyword easy Greek recipe sauce Tzatziki yogurt

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Originally posted April 2013, post content edited to add more helpful information, no change to the recipe in August  2021.