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Authentic Greek Tzatziki (Gyro Sauce Recipe)

Easy authentic Greek Tzatziki sauce recipe, packed with garlic, cucumber and creamy yogurt. Perfect for a gyro or as a beautiful side dip!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dips, Side Dish
Cuisine Greek
Servings 5 cups
Calories 154 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Cheesecloth Or fine kitchen towel

Ingredients
  

  • 900 grams Greek yoghurt If its not thick make sure to strain
  • 2 Cucumbers Medium sized
  • 1 Whole garlic bulb start with half, if you do not want it to strong
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Ground pepper
  • 1 Juice of lemon Can substitute with red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil

Optional

  • 1 Handful of fresh dill Chopped

Instructions
 

  • Drain the Greek yogurt overnight in a cheesecloth for a thicker tzatziki (optional if you prefer a thinner consistency). Then, add it to a bowl.
  • Slice the cucumbers lengthwise, remove the seeded centre, and grate or finely chop. Squeeze out the excess liquid using a cheesecloth or fine kitchen towel.
  • Add the grated cucumber to the bowl.
  • Mince your garlic and add them to the bowl.
  • Add the salt, pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  • Stir everything together until well combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavours meld.
  • Stir before serving, and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil if desired.

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Notes

  1. Garlic Tip: This is a strong-flavoured garlic dip. If you prefer a milder taste, start with a smaller amount of garlic and add more gradually until it reaches your desired taste.
  2. Storage: For the freshest flavour, store tzatziki in the fridge in an airtight glass container. It will keep well for up to four days. Stir before serving to refresh the texture.
  3. Herb Substitution: If you want to add fresh herbs but dill isn’t your preference, swap it with fresh mint for a different yet equally refreshing addition.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 19gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 542mgPotassium: 176mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 208IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 230mgIron: 0.3mg
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