Description
My Tzatziki Recipe combines crisp cucumber, greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, aromatic dill, and a touch of garlic for a harmonious blend of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Peel the cucumber. Lay a paper towel and grate the cucumber over it. Wrap the grated cucumber in the paper towel and squeeze the liquid out of it. Reserve the grated cucumber.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and chopped dill. Stir well to combine.
- Add the grated cucumber to the yogurt mixture and mix well to combine.
- Taste the tzatziki and adjust the salt if needed.
- Transfer the tzatziki to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- Use Thick Yogurt: For a creamy and luscious tzatziki, opt for a thick yogurt, such as Greek yogurt. The thickness of the yogurt will contribute to the overall texture of the sauce. If you're using regular yogurt, strain it using a cheesecloth or fine-mesh sieve to remove excess liquid and achieve a thicker consistency.
- Grate or Dice the Cucumber: To incorporate the cucumber seamlessly into the tzatziki, grate or finely dice it. This ensures that the cucumber is evenly distributed throughout the sauce, providing a burst of freshness in every bite.
- Drain the Cucumber: Cucumbers contain a high water content, which can make the tzatziki watery. To prevent this, sprinkle the cucumber with salt and allow it to drain in a colander or sieve for about 10 minutes. Afterward, gently squeeze out any excess moisture. This step helps maintain a thicker and creamier tzatziki.
- Mince the Garlic: To maximize the garlic flavor in the tzatziki, finely mince the garlic clove. Crushing the garlic releases its aromatic oils, enhancing the overall taste of the sauce. If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, you can use a garlic press or reduce the amount of garlic used.
- Let It Chill: After preparing the tzatziki, cover it and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a more harmonious and well-rounded taste. The chilling process also helps the tzatziki to thicken slightly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 10.9
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 8.4 mg
- Fat: 0.0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.3 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 1.2 mg
