Description
This classic Tzatziki Sauce Dip is a refreshing Greek yogurt-based condiment featuring grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh dill. Perfect for serving with fresh veggies, pita bread, or as a flavorful topping on grilled meats, this dip offers a cool, creamy texture with bright herbal and citrus notes, bringing a delicious Mediterranean touch to your meals.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt (preferably 2% or 5% fat)
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Grate the Cucumber: Grate the cucumber using the large side of a box grater to achieve a fine but textured consistency suitable for the sauce.
- Remove Excess Moisture: Place the grated cucumber into a paper towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much moisture as possible. This step prevents the dip from becoming watery.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the drained cucumber to a medium-sized bowl. Add the Greek yogurt, finely minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the bowl.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir all ingredients well until they are evenly combined, ensuring the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Chill the Sauce: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tzatziki sauce for at least 30 minutes. This resting time deepens the flavors and thickens the sauce slightly.
- Serve: Serve chilled as a dip for fresh vegetables and pita bread, or as a cool, flavorful topping for meats and grilled dishes.
Notes
- For best texture, remove excess water from the cucumber thoroughly to prevent a runny dip.
- Use Greek yogurt with 2% or 5% fat for creaminess without too much richness.
- You can adjust the garlic amount to suit your taste preference.
- The sauce can be made a day ahead to allow flavors to deepen even more.
- Fresh dill is preferred, but dried dill can be used in a pinch (use about 1 teaspoon dried).
- Serve chilled to enjoy the freshest flavor experience.
