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.

Tzatziki Sauce [Greek Yogurt Sauce] with dill in a bowl

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1. Easy & Quick Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

2. WHAT IS TZATZIKI SAUCE?

3. Ingredients You’ll Need

4. Step By Step Recipe Photo Tutorial

5. Storing & Freezing Instructions

6. More Recipes You’ll Love!

7. Easy Tzatziki Sauce [Greek Yogurt Sauce]

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!

Tzatziki Sauce [Greek Yogurt Sauce] in a bowl garnished with fresh dill

Ingredients You’ll Need

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

Tzatziki Sauce [Greek Yogurt Sauce] in a white bowl with flatbread on the side

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).

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.
Mix together in a bowl the Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
Cover and chill before serving.

Tzatziki Sauce [Greek Yogurt Sauce] in bowl drizzled with olive oil

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

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Total Time 10

Servings 2 cups

Ingredients

▢ 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.

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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

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

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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.