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Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Katelyn Theofanis
Tzatziki is creamy, garlicky, and full of flavor. This recipe comes together quickly and pairs perfectly with meat, pita bread, and vegetables.
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Condiments
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 47 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ English cucumber peeled and grated
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt
  • salt & white pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Transfer the cucumber to a mesh strainer to drain the excess liquid and sprinkle with a ¼ teaspoon of salt (to help draw out the liquid). Using your hands, press out the excess water and squeeze it as dry as possible. 
  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. Stir to combine. 
  • Add the Greek Yogurt, and stir into the garlic mixture. Finally, stir in the drained and grated cucumber. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. 
  • Tightly wrap the bowl in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 47kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 92mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 28IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
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