Homemade Tzatziki
Published by: Kristy Hawk
Cool, creamy and refreshing, my homemade Tzatziki is a simple Mediterranean classic made with Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, cucumber, onion and a blend of fragrant seasonings.
This easy dip comes together in just minutes and is delicious served with pita bread, fresh veggies, pretzels or added to a wrap.
What is Tzatziki?
Tzatziki is a refreshing dip/sauce from Greek or Mediterranean cuisine.
It’s typically made with:
- Strained Greek yogurt
- Grated cucumber
- Garlic
- Lemon juice or vinegar
- Fresh herbs like dill, mint or parsley
- salt and occasionally a drizzle of olive oil
Health benefits of eating Tzatziki
- Probiotics for gut health
- High in protein
- Low in calories and fat
- Nutrient rich
- Hydrating
Ingredients
- 2 cups of plain nonfat Green yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 1 green onion
- juice of half of a lemon
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp pepper
- dash of garlic powder
- dash of onion powder
- 1-2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 5 sprigs of fresh dill
Directions
Add the yogurt and garlic into a medium sized bowl.
Grate the cucumber and add it into the bowl as well.
Chop the dill and green onions and add them into the bowl.
Squeeze in the juice of half of a lemon.
Finally, add in the seasonings.
Stir to combine and enjoy!
Homemade Tzatziki
Cool, creamy and refreshing, my homemade Tzatziki is a simple Mediterranean classic made with Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, cucumber, onion and a blend of fragrant seasonings.This easy dip comes together in just minutes and is delicious served with pita bread, fresh veggies, pretzels or added to a wrap.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 1 to 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 5 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 green onion sliced
- 1/2 lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp pepper
- dash garlic powder
- dash onion powder
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber and add it into a bowl along with yogurt, minced garlic, the juice of half of a lemon and the seasonings.2 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated cucumber, 1 to 2 Tbsp minced garlic, 1/2 lemon, 1 tsp salt, 3/4 tsp pepper, dash garlic powder, dash onion powder
- Chops the dill and green onions and add them into the bowl as well.5 sprigs fresh dill, 1 green onion
- Stir to combine and enjoy!
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