Easy Greek Tzatziki Sauce

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Greek Tsatziki 🇬🇷 (full recipe is on my site: HungryHappens.Net)

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This tzatziki is the sauce in Greek cuisine you can’t live without. It goes on anything and everything. Its a dip with some pita chips or a topping on your grilled chicken. And the amazing part is that it’s totally healthy and good for you!

Comprised of Greek yogurt, fresh cucumber, red wine vinegar, fresh dill, olive oil, fresh garlic, the absolutely important aspect is that you mix, and then taste to make sure there is enough salt, vinegar etc. Another crucial step is to let the sauce sit in your fridge for at least 30 minutes prior to consumption. This is necessary for the flavors of all of the ingredients to meld and come together. You mustn’t rush perfection!

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authentic Greek tsatziki

Easy Greek Tzatziki Sauce

4.95 from 37 votes
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Melding Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded + shredded
  • salt to taste
  • 10 oz Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbs fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tbs olive oil
  • 1-2 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed

Instructions

  • Gently pat the cucumber shreds with paper towel to absorb as much liquid as possible, but you still want the cucumber to have some moisture to it.
  • In a resealable container, mix the yogurt, dill, oil, garlic, red wine vinegar and salt to taste.  Lastly fold in the cucumber until combined.  Taste the tsatziki and adjust anything if needed.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

I prefer the 5% fat Greek yogurt for this recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 28mg | Potassium: 203mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 69IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 1mg
Author: Stella Drivas

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89 comments

    • Jeannie
    • 5 stars

    Yummy!
    Even with some Bulgur 1/4 cup

    • Jane

    Can’t wait to make this!

      • Stella

      Hi Jane, You will LOVE!

    • Laura
    • 5 stars

    LOVE this recipe. Easy to make, delicious, and a good snack for me! I have shared this with a couple friends too.

      • Stella

      Hi Laura, well I’m glad you enjoyed it and are sharing with your friends! MUCH appreciated!!

    • Danna
    • 5 stars

    After making this easy Greek tzatziki sauce (emphasis on EASY), I will never, ever buy store-bought tzatziki again! So,so GOOD!

    • Lina
    • 5 stars

    Tonight I’m throwing a dinner party, because I needed to share your food with all of the people I love the most!! I am making the tzatziki, the gyro chicken, and the marousolata!! I have made the chicken twice already and holy moly, so good!

      • Stella

      Hi LIna, You are so sweet!! Thanks for sharing with everyone, sounds like a delicious evening!!!

    • Hilster
    • 5 stars

    Refreshing and flavorful. Another favorite from hungry happens.

      • Stella

      Hi Hilster! I’m SO happy to read that! Glad you liked the Tzatziki sauce!!

    • Marlo

    Hello. Wondering what type of Greek yogurt you recommend. Can I make it with Fage 0 % fat or does it need to be the full fat version?

      • Stella

      Hi Marlo! I definitely always use and recommend Fage 5%… it will come out thicker and yummier than the 0%. In a pinch, I will still make it with the 0% if that’s what i have on hand though.

    • Carol

    Just found you on instagram and made this and your gyro chicken and it was absolutely delicious!! Can’t wait to try more

      • Stella

      Hi Carol! Welcome and I’m SO very happy you liked the dishes you tried! Those are some of my favorites! Cheers!

    • Joivon Brown
    • 5 stars

    About how many days would you give the tsatziki in the refrigerator before it expires?

      • Stella

      Hi Joivon, I would do max 3 days.

    • Angela

    This recipe is the best I’ve ever had !! You are an amazing chef ! I have a zucchini pie in the oven. I thank you for your great recipes and kind responses.

      • Stella

      HI Angela! That’s awesome! And you are very kind! I hope you enjoyed the zucchini pie too! Cheers!

    • Tina
    • 3 stars

    I’ve never heard about or even eat greek tzatziki with fresh dill 🙄

    • Julia
    • 5 stars

    I made earlier in the day and just had some. This tzatziki is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and only needed to add 1 tsp of apple cider vinegar. I bet it will be even better tomorrow. Thanks for sharing the recipe, it’s a keeper.

      • Stella

      Hi Julia, Yesss its all relative to each persons taste buds how tangy they want their sauce! Glad you enjoyed and thank you for the review!

    • Irene
    • 5 stars

    I love tzatziki sauce! Just made this to pair with my Greek lemon chicken! Yummy! Thank you for this easy and delicious recipe!

      • Stella

      HI Irene! MMM so perfect with the lemon chicken. Glad you liked it!

    • Nitika

    This sounds GOOD

      • Stella

      Hi Nitika, trust me.. it is incredible!

    • Lucy
    • 5 stars

    Love all your recipes This looks fabulous!

      • Stella

      Hi Lucy! Thank you for the message! You will love this tsatziki…

    • victoria
    • 5 stars

    Found you on tiktok and so happy! Everything you make is delicious. The baked Greek salad is **chefs kiss**

      • Stella

      Hi Victoria! Thank you for your kind message! I’m so happy you like the dishes and let me know if you have any questions or anything!

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