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Homemade Greek tzatziki in a white bowl, topped with olive oil and fresh herbs, served with grilled pita bread and cucumber slices – fresh summer dip made with yogurt, garlic, and cucumber.

Discover how to create the real tzatziki sauce in just 15 minutes! This traditional recipe is outstanding.

Pair it with pita chips and fresh vegetables, or use it to top gyros, kebabs, or enhance dinner bowls. The options are endless!

original greek tzatziki recipe

Stefie

Servings

8

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cuisine

Greek

Category

Sauce

original greek tzatziki recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 large cucumber
  • 500 g Greek yoghurt
  • 2-3 cloves of garlic
  • 1-2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 sprigs of fresh dill
  • salt and pepper

Directions

  1. Peel the cucumber, grate coarsely and place in a sieve.

  2. Sprinkle generously with salt and leave to stand for about 15 minutes so that the water drains out.

  3. After 15 minutes, squeeze the cucumber well to remove excess water.

  4. Add the Greek yoghurt to the grated cucumber in a bowl.

  5. Peel the garlic, finely chop the garlic and dill and add to the yoghurt.

  6. Add the lemon juice and olive oil and mix well.

  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and stir well.

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