Best 7 Cooking Light Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipes

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Tzatziki sauce is a Greek yogurt-based sauce that is perfect for adding a cool, refreshing flavor to grilled meats, vegetables, or pita bread. It is also a great way to use up leftover yogurt. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and healthy tzatziki sauce that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY GREEK TZATZIKI SAUCE RECIPE



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Learn how to make tzatziki sauce - it's EASY and versatile! This healthy Greek tzatziki sauce recipe can be made in 5 minutes and is perfect for meats, appetizers, and more.

Provided by Maya Krampf

Categories     Condiment

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup Full-fat Greek yogurt
1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp Lemon juice
2 tsp Fresh dill
2 tsp Fresh parsley
2 cloves Garlic ((minced))
1/2 tsp Sea salt
1 1/2 cups Cucumber ((minced or grated; ~1 medium 8-ounce cucumber))

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together all ingredients except the cucumber.
  • Wrap the minced cucumber in a kitchen towel and squeeze over the sink to release as much water as possible.
  • Stir the cucumber into the bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, Sodium 103 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

TZATZIKI SAUCE RECIPE



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Creamy Greek Tztaziki Sauce recipe with cucumber, yogurt, and garlic. Add a tablespoon or two of fresh dill or mint, if you like. Do not skip draining the cucumbers or your yogurt dip will be too watery. And for best texture, cover and refrigerate anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours before serving. This versatile cucumber yogurt sauce can be used in many ways, be sure to read my post for all the ideas!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Dips and Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 English cucumber, (partially peeled (striped) and sliced )
1 tsp kosher salt (divided)
4 to 5 garlic cloves,
1 tsp white vinegar
1 tbsp Early Harvest Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 cups plain Greek yogurt
1/4 tsp ground white pepper
Warm pita bread for serving
Sliced vegetables for serving

Steps:

  • Use a box grater to manually grate the cucumbers or you can use a small food processor to finely chop the cucumbers as I do in this recipe. Toss the grated cucumbers with 1/2 tsp kosher salt. Spoon the grated cucumber into a cheese cloth or a double thickness napkin and squeeze dry. (There will be a lot of liquid).
  • In one large mixing bowl, place the garlic with remaining 1/2 tsp salt, white vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil. Mix to combine.
  • Add the grated cucumber to the bowl with the garlic mixture. Stir in the yogurt, and a pinch of white or black pepper, and the fresh herbs (if using. I did not use fresh herbs in the video). Stir to combine well.
  • Cover and refrigerate for a bit (anywhere from 30 minutes to a couple hours before serving). This will help thicken the sauce and give it the best texture, while allowing the flavors to meld.
  • When ready to serve, stir the tzatziki sauce to refresh and transfer to serving bowl, drizzle with more extra virgin olive oil, if you like. Serve with your favorite veggies, pita chips or wedges (be sure to read the post for more ideas on how to use this sauce)!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.3 kcal, Sugar 0.7 g, Sodium 78.7 mg, Fat 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, UnsaturatedFat 0.4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY TZATZIKI



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Time 15m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup Greek whole milk yogurt
1 English cucumber, seeded, finely grated and drained
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Chill.
  • BYOC: For some extra flavor, add some olive oil and some coarsely chopped fresh mint. Serve with crudities at your next party. Brush a pita with some olive oil and sprinkle za'atar on top. Bake in the oven until crispy and serve.

CHEF JOHN'S TZATZIKI SAUCE



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I'm going to show you what I think is the best method for making this incredibly delicious Greek yogurt and garlic sauce. One of the world's great snacks, an all-purpose condiment, this is just good on so many things. I serve mine with some homemade pita bread. As always, enjoy!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Tzatziki

Time 3h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large English cucumber, peeled and grated
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups Greek yogurt
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
½ lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 sprig fresh dill for garnish
1 pinch cayenne pepper for garnish

Steps:

  • Sprinkle grated cucumber with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl and let stand 10 to 15 minutes to draw out juice.
  • Place yogurt into a separate bowl. Dump cucumber and its juice onto a sturdy, dry paper or cloth towel and squeeze as much moisture as possible from the cucumber. Mix cucumber into yogurt. Add garlic, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice; mix thoroughly.
  • Stir dill and mint into yogurt-cucumber mixture; season with salt and black pepper. Adjust all seasonings to taste.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 or 4 hours (or overnight). Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with a sprig of dill and a sprinkle of cayenne pepper for color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 119.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

EASY TZATZIKI SAUCE



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Easy Tzatziki sauce is light, creamy, and full of bright flavors, making it a versatile sauce. You can use it as a dipping sauce for breads or vegetables, on gyros, or as a condiment. You'll be amazed at how quickly this recipe comes together.

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories     Sauce

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
1 clove garlic (minced)
1/2 cucumber (diced (optional))

Steps:

  • Prepare the tzaziki sauce by combining all ingredients in a small bowl. Stir until well combined. Set aside.
  • Open up each of the pita pocket breads so that it can be stuffed full of goodness. Careful not to tear. Stuff full of the vegetable fillings, spread a little tzaziki sauce in there for flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 622 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COOKING LIGHT EASY TZATZIKI SAUCE



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From Cooking Light. We had Greek yogurt in the fridge and used that instead of the low-fat. We guessed that they suggest low-fat yogurt for fat and calorie savings, but when using Greek yogurt you get a great flavor.

Provided by mikey ev

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 11m

Yield 3/4 cup, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons cucumbers, grated, peeled, seeded
1 1/2 teaspoons onions, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Refrigerate in an air-tight container for up to 2 days.
  • It says a serving size is 1 tablespoons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 10, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.9, Sodium 35, Carbohydrate 1.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 0.8

EASY TZATZIKI SAUCE



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Quick and easy!

Provided by Jake176

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Tzatziki

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup fat-free plain Greek-style yogurt (such as Fage® 0%)
2 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cucumber, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt, cucumber, garlic, parsley, and salt together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 hour. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 5.6 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 17.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Grate the cucumber by hand, rather than using a food processor, to prevent the sauce from becoming too watery.
  • Squeeze the cucumber well to remove excess moisture before adding it to the sauce.
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt for a richer, creamier sauce.
  • Add garlic and dill to taste, depending on your preference.
  • Serve the sauce chilled, as a dip for vegetables, pita bread, or grilled meats.

Conclusion:

Tzatziki sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a popular Greek condiment, but it can also be enjoyed by people of all cultures. This easy tzatziki sauce recipe is a great way to add some freshness and flavor to your next meal.

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