Tzatziki

Name: Tzatziki
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Greek yogurt 1 ¾ cup; Cucumbers 1; Garlic 2 cloves; Extra virgin olive oil 1.4 tbsp; White wine vinegar 2 tsp; Fine salt to taste

115.3

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 115.3
Carbohydrates g 5.1
of which sugars g 3.6
Protein g 8.3
Fats g 6.8
of which saturated fat g 1.7
Cholesterol mg 0.4
Sodium mg 290

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 10 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Very low
Note + 1 h to drain the cucumbers and 2-3 h of rest in the refrigerator

PRESENTATION

Bright flavors and a smooth, refreshing texture help this easy tzatziki recipe stand out as a crowd-pleasing Greek yogurt dip for families, snack plates, or summer parties. Eye-catching with its pale, creamy look speckled with crisp green cucumber, this homemade tzatziki sauce supplies that cool, tangy punch everyone wants from classic Mediterranean sides. Big summer feasts or busy weeknight dinners both seem just a little tastier with this fluffy dip next to grilled veggies, pita bread, or roasted meats—it plays so well with lots of foods! Younger kids and food-loving grownups notice its rich, satisfying flavor; a gentle garlic kick, not too strong, and an unmistakable tangy brightness from Greek yogurt simply make this one hard to resist. When gatherings include dishes from Greek cuisine, this cucumber dip always draws a happy crowd—people come back for second helpings since it balances heavier main courses just right and wakes up classic spreads with simple, friendly flavors.

Since variety tends to be what families look for, this creamy yogurt sauce earns its spot in every busy home cook’s lineup—it’s DELICIOUS every time and usually disappears fast! Works great as an easy party starter (try it with fresh cut raw veggies or pita chips…really perks up the whole snacking tray), and don’t skip it as a tangy spread for wraps, sandwiches, or alongside grilled chicken or fish. Changing up the classic dinner rotation with authentic tzatziki gives everyone something nice and fresh to look forward to; even picky eaters tend to scoop it up. Back-to-school lunches, weekend cookouts, lazy family nights—tzatziki fits any occasion and doesn’t overpower flavors, making it flexible and friendly for all ages. Its light, creamy texture and cool bite bring a little Mediterranean fun, while the creamy yogurt sauce holds everything together. End result? Family meals just feel more complete, and this Greek yogurt dip is the no-fuss favorite that keeps everyone happy with every bite.

How to prepare Tzatziki

To prepare the tzatziki sauce, first wash and remove the seeds from the cucumber, if present. Then grate the cucumber with a coarse grater, without removing the peel 1. Transfer the grated cucumber to a strainer placed over a bowl 2 and let it rest for at least an hour, so that it loses its vegetation water 3.

After this time, peel the garlic cloves and remove the core with a knife 4, then finely chop them 5 by crushing them with the blade of the knife until you obtain a sort of cream 6. Alternatively, you can use a mortar and pestle.

Pour the yogurt into a bowl, adjust with salt 7 and add the oil 8 and the vinegar 9, alternating between them, then mix well.

Now squeeze the cucumber pressing with the back of a spoon 10 to eliminate all the vegetation water 11 and add it to the yogurt 12.

Finally, add the garlic cream 13 and stir again 14. Let your tzatziki sauce rest in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours to allow the flavors to blend together optimally 15!