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Tzatziki Sauce

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This homemade version of the traditional accompaniment to Greek Gyros is fresh-tasting with Greek yogurt and fresh dill.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Standing Time 10 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Greek
Servings 8
Calories 63.38 kcal

Equipment

  • Colander
  • Grater

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cucumbers, mostly peeled and seeds removed and discarded
  • 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice, to taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, see Notes
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled, smashed, and minced, or grated on a zester
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Grate the cucumbers into a colander and set over a medium bowl. Allow the moisture from the cucumbers to drain off.
  • Squeeze the cucumbers in layers of paper towels or clean dish towels to remove excess moisture.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine.
  • Let the Tzatziki Sauce sit at room temperature for 10 minutes for the flavors to meld together.
  • Stir again and taste for seasoning. Adjust to your preference.

Notes

I love the oils from Abingdon Olive Oil Company. I use my Lemon-infused oil from this company, but any excellent-quality oil will work. 
Nutrition Facts
Tzatziki Sauce
Amount per Serving
Calories
63.38
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3.3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.26
g
8
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.33
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1.65
g
Cholesterol
 
6.09
mg
2
%
Sodium
 
192.1
mg
8
%
Potassium
 
145.16
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
4.23
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
2.78
g
3
%
Protein
 
4.61
g
9
%
Vitamin C
 
3.24
mg
4
%
Calcium
 
57.01
mg
6
%
Iron
 
0.17
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Tzatziki Sauce, Greek Yogurt, fresh dill, dip
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