How to Make Tzatziki Sauce with Dill - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tzatziki sauce is a traditional Greek condiment that is made with yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, and fresh herbs. It is a refreshing and tangy sauce that is commonly served with gyros, souvlaki, and other Greek dishes. While there are many variations of tzatziki, one of the most popular versions includes the addition of dill, which adds a bright and herbaceous flavor to the sauce.

Using dill in tzatziki sauce adds a unique twist to this classic recipe, giving it a fresh and aromatic pop o...

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Ingredients

  • cheesecloth
  • 1 (16 ounce) container plain yogurt
  • 1 cucumber - peeled, seeded, and grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 hrs
  • Total Time: 10 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth and place over a bowl. Scoop yogurt onto the cheesecloth and cover the colander with plastic wrap. Put in refrigerator to drain, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Place grated cucumber in a fine mesh strainer over a bowl; drain until most of the water is released, 1 to 2 hours.
  • Stir the drained yogurt, drained cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, and dill together in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    20 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 20mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 55mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 90mg