Easy Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
A creamy cucumber sauce made with sour cream or Greek yogurt that’s perfect for dipping, spreading, or serving alongside Mediterranean-inspired meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5-30 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
Ingredients
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1/2 cucumber, shredded and squeezed well to remove excess moisture
1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1-2 cloves garlic, minced
1-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
Pinch black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Shred the 1/2 cucumber using the large holes of a box grater.
Step 2: Squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Step 3: Add the cucumber to a mixing bowl along with the sour cream or Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, dill, and black pepper.
Step 4: Stir until well combined.
Step 5: Taste and adjust the garlic, lemon juice, salt, or dill as needed.
Step 6: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.