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Restaurant Style Tzatziki Sauce

Creamy Restaurant Style Tzatziki Sauce for Your Next Feast

This Restaurant Style Tzatziki Sauce is a creamy, healthy dip perfect for any meal, combining Greek yogurt, fresh cucumbers, and herbs.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce Base
  • 0.5 medium English cucumber Peel regular cucumber for less bitterness.
  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt Full-fat version is best for thickness.
  • 1.5 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice Adjust based on your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Drizzle on top when serving.
For the Flavor
  • 4 cloves garlic Grated, mellow with lemon juice.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Helps drain excess water from cucumber.
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper Enhances overall flavor.
For the Herbs
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill Classic herb for Greek cuisine.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint Adds a refreshing touch.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Grater
  • Cheesecloth or kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Restaurant Style Tzatziki Sauce
  1. Grate the ½ English cucumber into a bowl, sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt, and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  2. Combine 4 grated garlic cloves with 1 ½ tablespoons of lemon juice and let rest for 5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, add 2 cups of Greek yogurt, garlic-lemon mixture, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Fold in drained cucumber, 2 tablespoons of dill, and 1 tablespoon of mint.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, prepare a day ahead and chill for a few hours.

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