Get ready to wow your taste buds with this simple, easy, and healthy tzatziki recipe! I learned it from my step dad, who hails from the beautiful island of Lefkada in Greece. Trust me, this dish (Greek yogurt dip) is guaranteed to be a hit at your holiday gatherings. So let’s get cooking!
Quick & Easy Tzatziki Recipe
Tzatziki Ingredients
1 pint of plain yogurt
1 cucumber chopped but not peeled
1 garlic clove (chopped)
The juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tbsp salt
Cilantro
Preparation
Mix the yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and salt in a food processor.
Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
Enjoy!
Now you know how to make Tzatziki, Greece’s most popular condiment made from yogurt, cucumber, and dill. It is traditionally served as a dip for vegetables or pita bread, or as a topping for grilled meats like gyros or souvlaki. Here are some ideas for dishes that would go well with tzatziki:
- Grilled or roasted meats, such as chicken, lamb, or pork
- Vegetable skewers or roasted vegetables
- Pita bread or other types of flatbread
- Rice or grain dishes, such as bulgur or quinoa
- Salad greens or a mixed greens salad
- Falafel or other types of bean or legume-based balls or patties
You can also use tzatziki as a topping for sandwiches or wraps, or serve it as a side with a variety of appetizers or small plates. It pairs well with a variety of flavors, so feel free to get creative and come up with your own combinations!