Best Tzatziki Traditional Yogurt Cucumber And Garlic Dip Recipes

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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

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

TZATZIKI SAUCE -YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIP



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Drain some low-fat yogurt overnight to make this yummy cucumber dressing. This is a delicious topping for grilled chicken or meat. It's also a great dip for veggies and pita chips. Added another clove of garlic ( werewolves in Florida). Eliminated the parsley and go a little bit heavier on the fresh dill.

Provided by jslingo

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Tzatziki

Time 10h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) container low-fat plain yogurt
1 cucumber - peeled, seeded, and grated
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth and place it over a bowl. Place yogurt on the cheesecloth and cover the colander with plastic wrap. Allow yogurt to drain, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Place grated cucumber in a fine mesh strainer; allow to drain 1 to 2 hours.
  • Mix yogurt, cucumber, dill, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate for flavors to blend, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 20.3 mg, Sugar 2 g

TZATZIKI SAUCE (YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIP)



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Drain some low-fat yogurt overnight to make this yummy cucumber dressing. This is a delicious topping for grilled chicken or meat. It's also a great dip for veggies and pita chips.

Provided by Lobbylady

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Tzatziki

Time 10h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) container low-fat plain yogurt
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and grated
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth and place it over a medium bowl. Place the yogurt on the cheesecloth and cover the colander with plastic wrap. Allow yogurt to drain overnight.
  • Lay grated cucumber on a plate lined with paper towel; allow to drain 1 to 2 hours.
  • Combine the drained yogurt, cucumber, garlic, parsley, mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 44.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

TZATZIKI (YOGHURT, CUCUMBER, GARLIC AND MINT DIP)



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THIS is how tzatziki should be. NO ONIONS! I've never had tzatziki with onions before but notice that most of the recipes on here seem to include them?! This is simple, delicious and exactly as authentic Greek tzatziki should be. I make this with virtually fat free greek yoghurt and about half the oil and it still comes out beautifully. Keeps in the fridge for 2-3 days, however I suggest you make it the evening before you want it because leaving it overnight really allows the flavours to infuse. Yummy!

Provided by Wendy-Bob

Categories     Sauces

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 garlic cloves (finely minced)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 small cucumber
1 teaspoon salt
600 g thick plain Greek yogurt
2 teaspoons dried mint

Steps:

  • Put the garlic, lemon juice and olive oil in a small bowl and leave to one side.
  • Peel alternate strips of skin from the cucumber (ie. peel a strip, miss a strip) and grate coarsely.
  • Place the cucumber in a sieve and sprinkle with salt.
  • Leave for approximately 30 mins to allow the water to drip away. Squash any remaining juice out of the shredded cucumber.
  • Put the yogurt and mint in a bowl. Mix well.
  • Add the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and drained cucumber, and season well with black pepper.
  • Mix well and taste for salt before serving.

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