Tzatziki
Tzatziki is a super simple and refreshing yogurt sauce that features cucumber, garlic, and dill. The origins of this delicious dip are still very much contested…the Greeks say it is purely Greek, while the Turks main it is truly a Turkish dip and it’s rightful name is cacik. The truth is both versions are delicious! This recipe leans more toward the greek style. Tzatziki is incredibly quick and easy to make and can be served with everything from veggies, to grilled meat, to a sandwich, so go to town!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1.5 cups
Ingredients:
1 cup greek yogurt (any percentage will do)*
1/2 cup cucumber
2 cloves garlic
1 rounded tbsp fresh dill
Juice of 1/2 a lemon
Drizzle of olive oil (approx. 1 tbsp)
Kosher salt to taste
Directions:
Grate the cucumber, then gather it and wring out some of the liquid.*
Finely mince the garlic.
Wash and chop the dill.
Add yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and olive oil to a bowl and mix until everything is combined.
Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary.
Garnish with an additional sprig of dill and a little drizzle of olive oil.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to a couple of days. If you refrigerate the tzatziki, keep in mind that the flavor of the garlic and salt will intensify the longer the dip sits.
Enjoy!
Additional Notes:
*When you wring out the cucumber liquid, I like to squeeze it into a cup and then drink it later, it is very refreshing and nutrient-rich, and that way you do not have to through it out.
*Swap regular yogurt for vegan yogurt to make it vegan!
