Homemade Tzatziki Sauce | Greek Style Yogurt Dip
This Homemade Tzatziki Sauce is creamy, refreshing and perfect for gyros, grilled meats, or as a healthy appetizer.
Ingredients
- ½ cup finely grated cucumber
- 1 cup thick whole milk Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove grated
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint optional
Instructions
- Wash and grate the cucumber. ( you can peel it if you want )Squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in chopped dill or mint (if using)
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. This makes a big difference in taste