Homemade Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This easy homemade tzatziki sauce is made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and fresh herbs. It’s a cool, creamy, and tangy sauce that tastes delicious served with raw or grilled veggies, pita chips, salads, and in wraps or sandwiches.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Condiments, Sauce

Cuisine: American, Greek

Servings: people

Calories: 70kcal

Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

1½ cups cucumber peeled and grated (about 1 whole cucumber)
2 cups plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium lemon zested and juiced
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons parsley chopped

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Instructions

Peel and grate the cucumber using a box grater. Transfer cucumber to a bowl lined with cheesecloth and allow to sit while you prep the rest of the ingredients.
Once you are ready, squeeze excess liquid from the cucumber through the cheesecloth and discard. In a food processor, add the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic cloves, salt, pepper, and parsley, then mix until combined.
Transfer to a glass jar or other airtight container and store for up to 5 days in the fridge. Serve with veggies, pita chips, or on your favorite wrap or sandwich. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing: store in an airtight container for 3-5 days in the fridge.

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