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The Authentic Greek Tzatziki Recipe-Made with Homegrown Cucumbers & Dill

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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
2 pcs cucumbers (grated)
250 g Greek yoghurt (full fat)
1+1/2 tsp sea salt (kosher)
1 tsp wine vinegar (white)
1/2 tsp ground pepper (freshly ground)
1 pc clove of garlic (grated)
1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)

Greek yogurt

🥗Healthier: strained cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: regular yogurt

Strained cottage cheese offers a similar texture with lower fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while being cost-effective.

fresh dill

🥗Healthier: dried dill

💰Cheaper: parsley

Dried dill is more accessible, while parsley adds freshness.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

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

1

Wash and peel the cucumbers, and grate them on the larger grater. After salting them, put the whole quantity in a sieve to drain all the liquid from the cucumber.

2

Put the Greek yogurt in a bowl. Add half a teaspoon of salt, white wine vinegar, freshly ground black pepper, a clove of grated garlic, and virgin olive oil. Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.

3

Add the grated cucumbers, making sure to squeeze out any excess liquid before adding them to the bowl. Keep mixing to incorporate all.

4

Add a generous spoonful of finely chopped dill over the dip. With a spoon, stir to incorporate the dill.

5

Rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrating

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlsievegrater

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Tzatziki SauceTzatziki Dip

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