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Easy Healthy Homemade Tzatziki Sauce (Cucumber & Greek Yogurt Sauce)

Course Dressings, Sauces, Syrups & Toppings
Cuisine Greek
Prep Time 35 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 56
Author Christina Conte
A tangy, yogurt and cucumber based sauce that's not only great with gyros and falafel, but as a dip for veggies, too.

Ingredients

  • 1 English cucumber grated (or about 3 Persian cucumbers, grated)
  • 1 tsp salt Kosher (or more as needed)
  • 16 oz Greek yogurt or labne
  • 2 tsp garlic finely minced
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Place the shredded cucumber in a colander and sprinkle with Kosher salt. Place a plate and weight on top to press out the liquid, for about half an hour.
  • Drain, then squeeze the cucumber in a kitchen towel or strong paper towel to remove the rest of the liquid.
  • Next, place all the ingredients in a mixing bowl, except for vinegar. Mix well, and refrigerate until ready to use. Add a splash of vinegar before serving, if desired. This sauce is best chilled for at least three hours before serving.

Notes

  • You can peel the cucumbers if you prefer, but I don't think it's necessary.
  • Optional - add a dash or two of garlic powder or garlic salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 2oz | Calories: 56kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 312mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 29IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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