Tzatziki Sauce

Name: Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Yield: 3, 3 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 pinch salt (to taste); 1 pinch black pepper (to taste); 1 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh garlic; 1 English cucumber (peeled and grated or finely chopped); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (plus more for garnish (optional)); 1 teaspoon olive oil (for garnish, optional)

5 / 5 (1 reviews)

Made with creamy yogurt, cucumber, lemon, and seasonings, tzatziki adds a refreshing touch as a garnish for Greek classics or a simple party dip.

By: Chrisy Toombs (via Homemadehooplah)

Original Publish: Jul 9, 2025

Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026

Prep: 10 mins

Yields: 3, 3 servings

Nutrition Facts

70 kcalCalories

8 gProtein

7 gCarbs

2 gFat

Ingredients

1 cup Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt (to taste)
1 pinch black pepper (to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
1 English cucumber (peeled and grated or finely chopped)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (plus more for garnish (optional))
1 teaspoon olive oil (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Place grated cucumber in a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel (or use your hands) to gently squeeze out any excess moisture. Transfer cucumber to a medium bowl.

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Chef's Notes

Preparing in Advance
Tzatziki sauce can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Storage Instructions
Store tzatziki sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days.
Note: Cucumber may release water over time, which can affect consistency.
Freezing Information
Freezing is not recommended as Greek yogurt may separate and cucumbers may release water when thawed, affecting texture. Best enjoyed fresh.
Recipe Yield
Recipe makes about 1 ½ cups total. Serves 12 as a sauce.

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Danielle ★ 5.0/5

I hear my mom now raving about her love for tzaziki sauce. She loves it. Perhaps I'll try and make this from scratch version for next time she visits!

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