Easy Tzatziki Sauce
Homemade tzatziki sauce is easier than you think with this super delicious Easy Tzatziki Sauce recipe. All you need is Greek yogurt, cucumber, white vinegar, lemon, garlic, and herbs and you have a delicious batch of tzatziki ready to go in no time!
Easy Tzatziki Sauce
This easy tzatziki sauce is sure to be a hit in your house! It is creamy and delicious and full of the most delicious herbs and so easy to make. It is perfect to add to your favorite pitas, dip your vegetables in, or add to your sandwiches. Dip your favorite grilled chicken in your tzatziki with our favorite Greek cucumber salad on the side for the perfect meal.
You will love this for so many reasons!
- Easy to make, less than 10 minutes.
- So much rich creamy flavor.
- Better than store bought.
- Low calorie vegetable dip to enjoy for your afternoon snacks.
What is tzatziki?
Tzatziki is a traditional yogurt cucumber dip that contains yogurt, shredded cucumbers, olive oil, garlic, lemon, vinegar, garlic, dill and oregano.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of greek yogurt
- 1 grated cucumber
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
1.Grate the cucumber in a small bowl. Squeeze the liquid out of the cucumber.
2. In the medium bowl mix everything together: yogurt, grated cucumber, vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, oregano, olive oil and salt and pepper.
3. Stir well until well combined.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- You can use any type of cucumbers, but English cucumbers tend to work better as they are seedless and a bit sweeter.
- Be sure to really squeeze the juice out of the cucumber. If you omit this step you will have a very runny tzatziki sauce that does not set.
- Be sure that you use plain greek yogurt. If you prefer you can use plain yogurt instead, but it may be a bit runnier.
- You can omit the white vinegar if you prefer. This does bring out the flavor a bit more and brightens up the dip.
Storage
Store you easy tzatziki sauce in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days
Can you make this ahead of time?
Yes, you can make this tzatziki recipe ahead of time. You will want to make it at least 30 minutes prior to serving, but can make it up to 24 hours in advance.
Easy Tzatziki Sauce
Homemade tzatziki sauce is easier than you think with this super delicious Easy Tzatziki Sauce recipe. All you need is Greek yogurt, cucumber, white vinegar, lemon, garlic, and herbs and you have a delicious batch of tzatziki ready to go in no time!
Ingredients
- 2 cups of greek yogurt
- 1 grated cucumber
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1.Grate the cucumber in a small bowl. Squeeze the liquid out of the cucumber.
2. In the medium bowl mix everything together: yogurt, grated cucumber, vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill, oregano, olive oil and salt and pepper.
3. Stir well until well combined.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
