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A bowl of fresh Tzatziki sauce garnished with dill.

How to grow your best Tzatziki Sauce in 7 simple steps Tzatziki Sauce

This Tzatziki Sauce recipe is a refreshing and versatile condiment, perfect for dipping or accompanying grilled meats. It's easy to make with common ingredients and offers a delightful balance of cool cucumber, tangy yogurt, and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 medium cucumber grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt full-fat recommended
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh mint chopped (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Grate the cucumber and then squeeze out as much excess water as possible using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber with the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, and optional chopped fresh mint.
  3. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
  4. Stir all the ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
  5. Taste the Tzatziki sauce and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Tzatziki sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and chill.
  7. Serve the chilled Tzatziki sauce as a dip, spread, or accompaniment to your favorite Mediterranean dishes.

Notes

For best flavor, make the Tzatziki sauce a few hours ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to deepen and meld beautifully. If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can strain the yogurt beforehand using a cheesecloth-lined colander for about 30 minutes.