Description
Homemade Tzatziki is a refreshing, creamy dip made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice. Perfect for pairing with pita bread, veggies, or grilled meats, this easy-to-make dip is a Mediterranean favorite that’s light, healthy, and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- ½ English cucumber, seeded and grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Slice cucumber in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and grate the cucumber into a bowl lined with paper towels.
- Press the cucumber to release excess liquid and set it aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped dill, oregano, minced garlic, and grated cucumber. Mix well.
- Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with additional fresh dill.
- Refrigerate for a few hours to let the flavors meld, then serve with pita bread or your favorite dippers.
Notes
- Be sure to remove as much liquid from the cucumber as possible to avoid a watery dip.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or some chopped jalapeños.
- This dip tastes even better the next day, so plan ahead for better flavor.
- Low-fat Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter version of the dip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of recipe
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg