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    Home » Condiment » Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki}

    Published: Jul 17, 2013 · Modified: Jun 16, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

    Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki}

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    Cucumber and Yogurt Tzatziki Sauce | cookingwithcurls.com

    Today we have the Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki} that I used with the Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs. This is the same sauce that you would use with gyros. Oh what I wouldn't do for a good gyro! Iowa is not exactly known for it's foreign cuisine. We had a Greek restaurant here in town called "The Greek Place", but it closed last year.....

    Cucumber and Yogurt Tzatziki Sauce | cookingwithcurls.com

    How to make Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki}:

    I just grated it with my box grater.....

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    and drained it in a strainer to remove all of the moisture.....

    Cumcumber Yogurt Dip Tzatziki cookingwithcurls.com

    Place yogurt, garlic, cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil and chopped dill in a bowl. Mix to combine and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

    Sprinkle with additional dill to garnish and serve with pita bread

    It was so simple to make. Because I used "real" Greek yogurt, it is also virtually lactose free.....so I can eat it! Here it is on pita bread with the Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs and a side of Tomato Pilaf.....

    Greek marinated Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs, grilled to perfection with green peppers, zucchini, and pearl onions...served in heated pita with Tzatziki! cookingwithcurls.com

    My new favorite way to use Tzatziki...Chicken Shawarma!

    The amazing flavors in this Instant Pot Chicken Shawarma will keep you coming back for more! © COOKING WITH CURLS

    Enjoy!!

    Cucumber and Yogurt Tzatziki Sauce | cookingwithcurls.com

    Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki}

    Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki} an easy, creamy dip made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, and fresh dill!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Appetizer, Condiment
    Cuisine: Greek
    Keyword: greek, yogurt, recipe, dill, dip, condiment, cucumber
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Calories: 104kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup cucumber grated and drained
    • 1 ¼ cups Greek yogurt I used Fage
    • 2 large cloves fresh garlic pressed
    • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
    • 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 Tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • pita bread to serve
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    Instructions

    • Peel and then grate the cucumber. Squeeze to remove as much liquid as possible. I placed it in a strainer to allow even more liquid to drain.
    • Place yogurt, garlic, cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and chopped dill in a bowl. Mix to combine and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
    • Sprinkle with additional dill for garnish and serve with pita bread.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 314mg | Potassium: 110mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 3.9mg | Calcium: 71mg

     

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    1. Allie | Baking A Moment says

      July 18, 2013 at 9:38 am

      Oh, that tzatziki looks so creamy and refreshing! Love the addition of mint. Isn't Greek food the best? So perfect in Summer especially. Great post, thanks for sharing! 😉

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    2. Miz Helen says

      July 13, 2014 at 8:05 pm

      Hi Lisa,
      I just love your Cucumber and Yogurt Dip, it is a great dip for summer dishes. It is so much fun cooking with you on Foods of The World here in Greece.
      Miz Helen

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    3. Cathy says

      August 10, 2015 at 7:13 pm

      Oh yum! Cucumber yogurt dip is one of my favorite dips!
      Another great recipe! I would love for you to share this sweet creation over at my link party Making Memories Mondays going on now! 🙂
      Cathy

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    4. Jennifer says

      August 11, 2015 at 7:21 am

      Taziki dip is one of my favorites! I'm so glad I found this easy to assemble recipe! I will be making this soon! I found your post through Totally Terrific Tuesday. Thanks for posting!

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    5. Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says

      August 12, 2015 at 7:48 pm

      I love tzatziki! Never made my own, though. Pinned!

      Reply
    6. Alli @ Tornadough Alli says

      August 13, 2015 at 1:42 pm

      I love tzatziki sauce! We have a Greek place in our local mall and they serve these amazing gyros with tatziki. Now I can try to make this at home! Thanks for sharing, I would if you shared tonight at Throw Back Thursdays!

      Reply
    7. Kris, Neighbor Chick says

      August 13, 2015 at 8:02 pm

      Lisa, this looks yummy. We have so many cucumbers in our garden right now, I'll be trying this. And "The Greek Place," that's so funny. Too bad it closed.

      Have a neighborly day!

      Reply

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