Best Tzatziki Cucumber Dipping Sauce Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

TZATZIKI SAUCE RECIPE



Tzatziki Sauce Recipe image

Tzatziki is a healthy sauce you can serve with chicken, grilled veggies, pita chips, gyros and as a raw veggie dip.

Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

Categories     Easy

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 English cucumber
1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
16 oz Cold plain Greek yogurt ((2 cups, either full fat or fat-free will work))
1 1/2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (Juice of 1/2 lemon; please squeeze a real lemon)
3 to 4 garlic cloves (peeled and grated)
1/3 cup chopped dill
3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
1/8 tsp black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Peel and finely dice the cucumber, or you can grate on the large holes of a box grater if preferred. Transfer to a bowl lined with a cheesecloth* and sprinkle cucumbers with 1/2 tsp salt and give them a light stir. Set aside for the cucumbers to release their juice while you prep the remaining ingredients.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, grated garlic cloves, chopped dill, extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, or season to taste.
  • Use the cheesecloth to squeeze out as much juice as you can from your chopped cucumber. You'll be surprised how much juice comes out. Discard the juice and add squeezed cucumber to your mixing bowl.
  • Stir everything to combine and season to taste with more salt and pepper if desired. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until ready to serve. I love serving drizzled with a little more extra virgin olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AUTHENTIC TZATZIKI SAUCE RECIPE (GREEK YOGURT, CUCUMBER DIP)



Authentic Tzatziki sauce Recipe (Greek Yogurt, Cucumber Dip) image

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

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

AUTHENTIC GREEK TZATZIKI



Authentic Greek Tzatziki image

This is a lovely, cool, refreshing Greek tzatziki dip that I first tasted and fell in love with in the Greek Islands. It is lovely with hot toasted pita bread and veggies or lamb kebabs! The key is strain the liquid from the cucumber very well so the dip stays creamy and not watery and to always use thick, full-fat Greek yogurt. Low-fat versions won't cut it. Enjoy!

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 large cucumber
salt to taste
1 (17.6 ounce) container full fat plain Greek yogurt (such as FAGE Total®)

Steps:

  • Stir together olive oil, vinegar, and garlic in a bowl and let sit while you prepare the cucumber.
  • Peel cucumber and cut in half lengthways; scrape out all the seeds. Grate cucumber with a cheese grater into a sieve set over a bowl. Sprinkle with salt. Strain out as much liquid as possible by pressing down in the sieve with the palm of your hand. Alternately you can wring cucumber out in a clean tea towel. Add cucumber and yogurt to the garlic mixture. Mix until well combined and season with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 18.8 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 81.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

TZATZIKI SAUCE



Tzatziki Sauce image

Easy dressing for gyros or Greek salad. Also makes a nice dipping sauce for Veggies. HINT: Tastes best when chilled for at least 1 hour after preparation.

Provided by DEBNJAMES

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Tzatziki

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (8 ounce) containers plain yogurt
2 cucumbers - peeled, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ lemon, juiced
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
3 cloves garlic, peeled

Steps:

  • In a food processor or blender, combine yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, dill and garlic. Process until well-combined. Transfer to a separate dish, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 41.5 mg, Sugar 4 g

TZATZIKI CUCUMBER DIPPING SAUCE



Tzatziki Cucumber Dipping Sauce image

Make and share this Tzatziki Cucumber Dipping Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups plain yogurt, regular
3 large cucumbers, peeled and seeded
salt
3 garlic cloves (or more to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
fresh ground pepper (optional)
1/4 cup freshly chopped mint leaf (or to taste) (optional)

Steps:

  • Line a sieve with a double thickness of dampened cheesecloth.
  • Spoon in yogurt and set the sieve over a bowl.
  • Refrigerate for two to three hours or until yogurt is about half its volume, nicely thick and creamy.
  • Shred or cut cucumber into julienne strips.
  • Place in a colander in sink or over a bowl, sprinkle generously with salt, mix well and let drain for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
  • Rinse and gently pat dry.
  • In a mortor and pestal muddle the garlic into a bit salt.
  • Add to the thickened yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, and if desired, the pepper and mint.
  • Mix well.
  • Serve or refrigerate for a day or two so flavors mingle.
  • Stir again before serving and sprinkle with additional minced mint leaves if desired.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #15-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #cuisine     #preparation     #occasion     #low-protein     #sauces     #appetizers     #salads     #condiments-etc     #eggs-dairy     #vegetables     #greek     #european     #refrigerator     #spring     #summer     #vegetarian     #dips     #spreads     #salad-dressings     #dietary     #spicy     #low-sodium     #low-cholesterol     #seasonal     #low-calorie     #low-carb     #savory-sauces     #low-in-something     #taste-mood     #equipment     #number-of-servings     #presentation     #served-cold

Related Topics