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Greek Tzatziki

Cultural Context

Originating from Greece, Tzatziki is a traditional sauce made with yogurt and cucumbers, often served with grilled meats or as a dip. It embodies the Mediterranean ethos of fresh, simple ingredients that enhance one another. Today, Tzatziki is enjoyed globally, often accompanying Middle Eastern dishes or served as a refreshing appetizer at gatherings.

GreekGRother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3/4 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons fresh dill
1 large cucumber, peeled and grated
32 oz Greek yogurt
mint to taste

Greek yogurt

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: strained cottage cheese

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: regular yogurt

Strained cottage cheese offers a similar texture with lower fat.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while being cost-effective.

fresh dill

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: dried dill

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: parsley

Dried dill is more accessible, while parsley adds freshness.

lemon juice

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: lime juice

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

1

Prepare ingredients: olive oil, black pepper, kosher salt, white wine vinegar, garlic, dill, cucumber, and Greek yogurt.

2

Measure 1/4 cup of olive oil and add to mixing bowl.

3

Add 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt to the bowl.

4

Pour in 2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar.

5

Add 3/4 of a minced garlic clove to the mixture.

6

Add 3 tablespoons of fresh dill to the bowl.

7

Grate a large cucumber and let it sit for 15 minutes after mixing in a couple teaspoons of vinegar.

8

Squeeze out excess liquid from the grated cucumber using cheesecloth.

9

Add the drained cucumber to the yogurt that has been hung in cheesecloth for 20 hours to remove moisture.

10

Mix the cucumber into the yogurt, ensuring it is not runny.

11

Add the remaining white wine vinegar, salt, pepper, mint, and olive oil to the mixture.

12

Whisk everything together until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrating

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Tzatziki SauceTzatziki Dip

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