homemade tzatziki

A recipe learned in Athens, this is *the" authentic tzatziki recipe you've been looking for!

Authentic Greek Tzatziki

cucumber,

plain full-fat Greek yogurt

garlic cloves, finely minced

extra virgin olive oil

white vinegar

salt

dill

Grate the cucumber and drain through a fine...

Grate the cucumber and drain through a fine mesh sieve overnight in the fridge.

Combine the yogurt, garlic, oil, vinegar, and salt...

Combine the yogurt, garlic, oil, vinegar, and salt in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Transfer the grated cucumber and fresh dill to...

Transfer the grated cucumber and fresh dill to the yogurt mixture and stir to combine. Serve chilled with pita bread for dipping.

This is the best tzatziki recipe! Refreshing cucumber, creamy Greek yogurt, and zingy lemon make it the perfect condiment for just about everything.

World's Best Tzatziki Recipe

plain Greek yogurt (480 g, can use dairy-free)

cucumber (200 g)

lemon juice

garlic (minced)

Salt and pepper (to taste)

Thicken yogurt: Strain yogurt using a cheesecloth or paper towel for 30 minutes to 3 hours to remove excess moisture (can skip this step if you&#x27;re in a hurry).

Prep cucumber: Meanwhile, sprinkle a pinch of salt onto shredded or diced cucumber and spoon into cheesecloth or paper towels. Let sit for a few minutes then wring it out to draw out moisture.

Mix:&nbsp;Mix together yogurt, cucumber, dill, garlic, and lemon.&nbsp;Season with salt and pepper to taste.

That creamy Greek yogurt sauce that you love with cucumbers, dill and lemon that you can slather all over some pita or on top of protein!

Homemade Tzatziki Sauce

plain Greek yogurt

Persian cucumber (small dice)

lemon

garlic (finely minced)

salt and pepper

In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, lemon juice garlic and dill. Stir to combine.

Season with salt and pepper and taste. Adjust salt, pepper or lemon juice depending on your preference. Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.

Tzatziki is a yogurt based sauce mixed with cucumbers, fresh herbs, garlic, salt, and lemon. It's incredibly refreshing and versatile! 

20+ Healthy Homemade Sauces, Dressings, and Dips: Tzatziki Sauce

Greek yogurt (any fat content works)

fresh dill, chopped

garlic,

olive oil

tsp salt

Combine everything together in a mixing bowl.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0ZClPUVs9s

How to make healthy and delicious tzatziki! You need Greek yogurt, cucumber, dill, garlic, lemon, olive oil, and salt to make this recipe.

Timestamps
0:00 - How to make tzatziki sauce
0:06 - Start with Greek yogurt
0:10 - Grated cucumber
0:13 - Fresh dill
0:16 - Minced garlic
0:19 - Fresh lemon juice
0:23 - EVOO
0:27 - Pinch of salt
0:30 - Mix everything up
0:35 - How to serve tzatziki
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This authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce is a delicious cucumber and yogurt sauce that tastes amazing on almost anything. It&#x27;s so easy to make using just a few simple ingredients!

Tzatziki Sauce (Greek Cucumber Sauce)

garlic cloves, minced

fresh dill, minced

Using a box grater or food processor, grate...

Using a box grater or food processor, grate the whole cucumber and use cheesecloth (or a tea towel) to squeeze out the extra liquid in the shredded cucumber.

Combine the shredded and drained cucumber, yogurt, garlic,...

Combine the shredded and drained cucumber, yogurt, garlic, olive ol, lemon juice and salt together in a large bowl.

Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least...

Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 2 hours.

Serve chilled with pita bread, vegetables, or gyros....

Serve chilled with pita bread, vegetables, or gyros. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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This authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce is a delicious cucumber and yogurt sauce that tastes amazing on almost anything. It's so easy to make using just a few simple ingredients!

This classic tzatziki sauce is made of Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil and more. Tzatziki is Greek sauce/dip that goes along with many delicious dished such as gyros, souvlaki and more.

Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe 

Cucumber

Salt

White wine vinegar, divided

(350 grams) Greek yogurt

Garlic clove, finely crushed

Olive oil

Pepper

Dill, chopped

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0YGt94oxxA

These juicy Greek-inspired turkey burgers are loaded with feta cheese and come topped off with a homemade tzatziki.

Greek Turkey Burger With Tzatziki Recipe

cucumber

Greek yogurt

salt, divided

turkey

oregano

feta

red peppers

green leaf lettuce

sesame seed buns

Place the cucumber in a colander to drain, pressing on it with a spatula until most of the liquid has been drained out.

In a medium bowl, stir together the grated cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, ¼ teaspoon salt, and olive oil to make the tzatziki.

In a large bowl, gently toss together the ground turkey, oregano, feta, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt.

Form the mixture into 4 patties, about ¾-inch thick.

Place the patties on a grill, cover, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the patties release easily from the grill.

Flip and continue cooking for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until the turkey is cooked through.

Place the bottom of the buns on a work surface. Top each with a lettuce leaf and a slice of roasted red pepper.

Top the roasted red peppers with the burgers, followed by 1 to 2 tablespoons of the tzatziki on top. Place the top half on each bun on top.

Serve immediately, with any remaining tzatziki on the side.

The delicious classic Greek dip made with creamy Greek yogurt, fresh cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.

How to Make Authentic Greek Tzatziki

(2 cups) Greek yogurt

peeled,

kosher salt

garlic, finely minced

Peel the cucumber and slice it in half lengthwise.

Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds, then grate the cucumber using a box grater.

Place the shredded cucumber in a clean tea towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. This prevents a watery tzatziki.

In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the drained Greek yogurt, shredded cucumber, salt, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon.

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Top with dill, and optionally additional olive oil when serving.

Serve as a dip for pita bread, grilled meats, or fresh vegetables.

Store leftover tzatziki in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

I love this "sauce"! I tried it in several versions, but this original, with Greek style yogurt is definitely the best for me. Here in Croatia we have a habit of making a version ov tzatziki which uses sour cream instead of yogurt and onions instead of garlic.
Great recipe!

That looks gorgeous. Any food with Greek influence really can't go wrong!

Hi Pam, I made your tzatziki again, everyone loves it! 

I prepare mine the same way. Lived in Thessa, Santorini and Crete in the early 1990s, and had learnt to prepare numerous Greek dishes. Though I am Italian &amp; French, I love Meze. 

Happy Holidays,
Margaux Cintrano.

I made this yesterday to accompany our lunch and tzatziki was great! Didn't have the time to take a picture, but promise I will next time. I will make it often, thanks for the perfect recipe!

Another Greek person here, confirming that this is a very authentic recipe. Tzatziki is eaten with almost anything in Greece, no meal is really complete without it.

Served this and a green salad on the side of grilled chicken breast yesterday and it was very good. Tasty, tangy, big kick from garlic, just like i like it. Thanks for a great recipe!

I mean this is pretty much spot on for the perfect tzatziki. My mother made it this exact way, and it is delicious. I grew up on Rhodos, and this is my favorite thing to eat.

These Greek chicken bowls are layered with toasted pearl couscous, Greek yogurt marinated chicken, tomato cucumber salad, crispy chickpeas, feta cheese, and homemade tzatziki! They&#39;re perfect for meal prep or easy weeknight dinners!

Greek Chicken Bowls with Toasted Pearl Couscous

chicken breasts

garlic (minced

smoked paprika

turmeric

cumin

cayenne

unsalted butter

shallot (sliced)

garlic (sliced)

pearl couscous

vegetable stock (or water)

mint

cucumber (finely grated)

mint (or dill)

salt and pepper (to taste)

tomato cucumber salad

crispy chickpeas

hummus

pita or naan

arugula

In a small bowl, whisk together all of the marinade ingredients (taste and adjust seasonings if desired).

Cut the chicken into 2-3 inches pieces and add to the marinade. Gently toss making sure each piece is fully coated.

Marinate for a minimum of 2 hours but up to 24 hours. I like to prep the chicken and let it marinate in the fridge overnight.

Add the chicken pieces to skewers (I prefer using metal skewers, but if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes so they don&#39;t catch on fire). Gently shake any excess marinade off the chicken pieces, but don&#39;t remove all of it.

I like to cook the skewers on the grill so they get nice and charred with some delicious smoky flavor! But you can also roast the chicken in the oven! I like to broil for the last 2-3 minute so you can still get some charred pieces. Chicken breasts are cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Grill - Preheat grill to 400-450°F. Then cook the chicken skewers for 6-8 minutes on each side. Bake - Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean up. Roast at 425°F degrees for 18-20 minutes or until cooked through. Then switch to broil for 2-3 minutes so that the edges can get a little crispy. If you want to bake the chicken, you can leave the chicken breasts whole if desired. You just may need to add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

Greek Chicken Skewers

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat then add in the sliced shallots and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Add in the couscous and toast for 3-5 minutes or until nice and golden. Make sure to stir frequently so it doesn&#39;t burn.

Add in the vegetable stock, cumin, salt, and pepper and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and cover with a tight fitting lid. Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the couscous is cooked through.

Remove from the heat and stir in the crispy shallots and fresh mint.

Toasted Pearl Couscous

Finely grate the cucumber (I just use a box grater), then gently squeeze out any excess water and discard the liquid.

In a large bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, strained cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and mint. Season with salt and pepper to taste!

Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors come together!

Tzatziki

Place the toasted pearl couscous into the bowl, then layer with the Greek yogurt chicken, tomato cucumber salad, and crispy chickpeas. Then top with crumbled feta and homemade tzatziki!

Serve with warm pita or sourdough naan!

If you have leftovers, I recommend storing all the components separately and assembling right before you&#39;re ready to eat, for best results!

Assemble the Bowls

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