Homemade Tzatziki

If you haven't made your own tzatziki, this is your chance to experience such an amazing sauce. Whether you topping lamb in a pita, grilled vegetables or with crispy baked pita chips this fresh and vibrant condiment is extremely easy and delicious.

Course Homemade Ingredients & Condiments

Cuisine Mediterranean

Keyword cucumber, garlic, Greek yogurt, lemon

Prep Time 1 15

Additional Time 15

Total Time 1 30

Servings servings

Calories 45

Author Laurie McNamara

Ingredients

1 english cucumber grated
kosher salt
2 cups Greek yogurt good quality, authentic preferred
1/2 lemon juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 to 2 cloves fresh garlic grated
1 heaping tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

Using a box grater, grate the entire cucumber. Place into a fine mesh strainer or colander, season with a generous pinch of salt. Toss and let the cucumber drain into your sink or a large bowl for 1 hour or so.
In a medium bowl combine the yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, mint and drained cucumber. Stir to combine, taste and season with more salt to your preference.
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours or overnight so the flavors can develop.

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