From-scratch Tzatziki Sauce

Fresh and flavorful From-scratch Tzatziki Sauce is a silky yogurt-based sauce reliable for the summer served with kabobs, grilled veggies, pita bread and more! This recipe is easily made in just 5 minutes with a few simple ingredients!

Silky, cool, fresh, and packed with bright Mediterranean flavor, this From-scratch Tzatziki Sauce is one of those recipes you will find yourself making on repeat! Made with thick Greek yogurt, crisp cucumber, fresh dill, garlic, lemon, and olive oil, this authentic-inspired tzatziki comes together in just minutes using simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. Serve as a

Not necessarily. English cucumbers have thin, tender skin that works perfectly without peeling. If using a regular cucumber with thicker skin, peeling is recommended.

What goes in

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup grated cucumber, water squeezed out
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon salt + pinch of pepper

How it comes together

1. Using a large cheese grater, shred the cucumber (no need to peel it). If using a regular cucumber, make sure to scoop the seeds out before grating.
2. Using a kitchen towel, paper towels or a fine mesh sieve, squeeze out as much water from the grated cucumber as you can to prevent the tzatziki sauce from becoming too watery.
3. In a medium bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, fresh herbs and season with salt and pepper. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve!