This homemade Tzatziki sauce recipe is so easy to make and is the ultimate flavor-packed sauce. Creamy sauce packed with flavors from cucumber, garlic and herbs!
Try my homemade Garlic Aioli Sauce recipe too!
TZATZIKI SAUCE RECIPE
You need to try this homemade tzatziki sauce recipe! This easy recipe gives you a fresh, creamy sauce that is packed with so many flavors. Creamy yogurt combined with fresh cucumber, garlic, lemon and herbs, the perfect sauce for dipping, drizzling, or a side for your favorite meals and dishes.
WHAT YOU NEED-
- Greek Yogurt– You want to use plain Greek yogurt for this sauce recipe! You can also swap sour cream for a less tangy flavor.
- Cucumber– One of the main ingredients for this Greek tzatziki is the grated cucumbers! You can either grate them on the large or small side of the grater box.
- Herbs– This recipe calls for both fresh cilantro and dill! The fresh herbs are what gives this sauce all the right flavors.
- Garlic– You can’t forget the fresh garlic, which gives all the right flavors! I recommend that you use fresh garlic, but you can also use jarred minced garlic.
- Lemon– For the best results, I recommend that you use freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Oil– Adding a little bit of olive oil to this sauce helps thin out the thickness of the yogurt and adds extra flavor.
- Seasonings– To season this sauce, I just use salt and pepper. You can also use a tzatziki seasoning blend if preferred.
HOW TO MAKE TZATZIKI SAUCE
Have this easy Greek tzatziki sauce ready in under 5 minutes!
- Using your hands or a mesh sieve, drain the juices from the grated cucumbers.
- Add the drained cucumbers to a bowl, along with all the other ingredients for the sauce. Mix to combine and allow to sit for a couple minutes to allow the flavors to blend. (Taste and adjust the salt and garlic to desired taste.)
- Serve immediately or cover and store it in the fridge for 4-5 days.
SERVING IDEAS-
There are so many ways that you can enjoy this rich, creamy sauce. Serve this sauce as a drizzle, dipping sauce or dressing. Pair with:
- Greek Chicken Bowls
- Beef Kofta
- Gyros
- Greek Bowls
- Steak
- Grilled Chicken
- Salmon
- Steak Tacos
- Crispy Parmesan Potatoes
- Meatballs
QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE:
This sauce is a creamy Greek dip made from yogurt, grated cucumber garlic, herbs and lemon juice. The sauce goes great with grilled meats, pita bread, or works great as a topping.
Store the sauce in a container or jar in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
I do not recommend freezing this creamy tzatziki sauce.
No, I sometimes use sour cream instead, and it works just the same!
OTHER SAUCE RECIPES-
Check out these other delicious and easy sauce recipes!
Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh cucumber grated
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- pinch ground black pepper
Instructions
- Once the cucumber is grated, drain the excess juices by squeezing it in your hands by using a fine mesh sieve over a bowl or the sink.1/2 cup fresh cucumber, grated
- Add the drained grated cucumber to a bowl along with the rest of the ingredients for the tzatziki sauce.1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped, 1 Tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 1 Tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt, pinch ground black pepper
- Mix until well combined and then let it rest for a couple minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Taste the sauce and adjust the salt and garlic to desired taste.
- Serve immediately or cover and let it chill in the fridge until ready for use. (Sauce can last in the fridge for 4-5 days.)
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