Best Creamy Tzatziki Dip
This classic Mediterranean yogurt, cucumber and garlic dip is perfect with pita chips, vegetable dippers and even as a sandwich spread.
Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber finely grated
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice freshly squeezed preferred
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 medium garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh mint or dill, finely chopped (or a combination of both)
- sea salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh pita for serving
Instructions
- Place the grated cucumber on a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much water as you can from the cucumber. Alternatively, you can use a few layers of paper towels.
- Place the cucumber into a medium bowl. Add yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic.
- Stir well. Season to taste with sea salt and black pepper.
- Transfer tzatziki to a serving bowl.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs.
- Cover and refrigerate for one hour to allow the flavors to blend.
- Serve with fresh pita and/or vegetables for dipping.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Notes
Be sure to remove as much liquid as possible from the cucumber after grating. This will keep up to two days in the refrigerator. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 89kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 5g (2%)Protein: 4g (8%)Fat: 6g (9%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.002gCholesterol: 13mg (4%)Sodium: 19mg (1%)Potassium: 156mg (4%)Fiber: 0.3g (1%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 209IU (4%)Vitamin C: 3mg (4%)Calcium: 68mg (7%)Iron: 0.3mg (2%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
