Best Perfect Tzatziki Sauce Recipes

AUTHENTIC TZATZIKI SAUCE RECIPE (GREEK YOGURT, CUCUMBER DIP)

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The authentic Greek tzatziki sauce recipe. Find out how to prepare this creamy Greek yogurt, cucumber and garlic dip as served in the very best taverns!

Provided by Eli K. Giannopoulos

Categories Dips

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cucumber
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 of a cup extra virgin olive oil
500g strained Greek yogurt (18 ounces)
1-2 tbsps of red wine vinegar
a pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

To prepare this authentic Greek tzatziki sauce recipe, remove the skin and the seeds of the cucumber and grate it into a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and leave aside for 10 minutes.
Afterwards, wrap the grated cucumber in a towel and squeeze, in order to get rid of the excess water.
Assemble the tzatziki sauce. In a bowl, add the cucumber, the minced garlic and olive oil, the yogurt, 1-2 tbsps of red wine vinegar, a pinch of salt and blend, until the ingredients are combined. Store the tzatziki sauce in the fridge and always serve cold. (Alternatively, if you have a blender, pour in the olive oil and garlic and blend until combined. Then mix with the rest of the ingredients using a spoon. This will help the garlic to mix better with the rest of the ingredients).
Prepare this traditional tzatziki sauce for your friends and family and serve as a delicious dip with some warm pita breads aside, or as a sauce for Greek-style souvlaki. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tbsps, Calories 85kcal, Sugar 2.1g, Sodium 209.1mg, Fat 6.8g, SaturatedFat 1.7g, UnsaturatedFat 4.9g, TransFat 0g, Carbohydrate 2.7g, Fiber 0.1g, Protein 3.9g, Cholesterol 5.4mg

PERFECT TZATZIKI SAUCE

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I know there are a bunch of other recipes out there but I think this one has the best balance of flavors! Using Greek yogurt makes this.

Provided by sofie-a-toast

Categories Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium garlic clove, grated (about 1 teaspoon)
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

Steps:

Place cubed cucumbers in strainer set over bowl. Toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt and let sit to drain, about 30 minutes. Gently pat cucumbers dry with paper towel.
Place the cucumber in a small bowl, and mix with garlic, yogurt, and dill. Season to taste with salt. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.2, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 779.7, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.4, Protein 1.4

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