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Tzatziki Dip

This recipe for Tzatziki Dip is creamy and tangy, and is the perfect blend of flavors for any Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 2.5 cups
Author: Kristin Maxwell

Ingredients

  • ½ English cucumber
  • 2 cups Plain Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic pressed or minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh chopped dill
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

  • Grate cucumber with a hand grater on the larger holes. Place the cucumber into a fine mesh colander, cheesecloth, or tea towel to squeeze out most of the moisture.
  • Place the grated and squeezed cucumber into a large bowl with the remaining ingredients and mix until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Let dip sit for 30 minutes to let the flavors marry before serving with pita, flatbread, crackers or veggies.

Notes

  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. The flavors are best after it sits for at least 30 minutes. You may need to stir the dip when it comes out of the refrigerator as it can get watery from the cucumbers.
  • For some extra flavor you could add in ¼ teaspoon dried oregano, a tablespoon fresh parsley, ½ teaspoon cumin or a few tablespoons of feta cheese.
  • English cucumber is recommended. If you can only find larger cucumbers, cut the cucumber lengthwise first and scoop out the seeds with a spoon before grating.
  • This recipe doubles well.
  • We used whole milk Greek yogurt, low fat will work as well.
  • Try tzatziki dip served over grilled chicken or steak with pita, lettuce, tomato and thinly sliced onions.
  • Tzatziki dip is wonderful served over a Greek rice bowl.
  • Dried dill is not recommended, but you can use 1 tablespoon in place of fresh in a pinch.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 541mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 194IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 227mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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