Best 15 Cucumber Yogurt Dip Recipes

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Cucumber yogurt dip, also known as tzatziki sauce, is a refreshing and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed as a dip, spread, or dressing. With its creamy texture, cool cucumber flavor, and tangy yogurt base, this dip is a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or fresh pita bread. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy snack or a flavorful addition to your next meal, cucumber yogurt dip is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

TZATZIKI SAUCE (YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIP)



Tzatziki Sauce (Yogurt and Cucumber Dip) image

Drain some low-fat yogurt overnight to make this yummy cucumber dressing. This is a delicious topping for grilled chicken or meat. It's also a great dip for veggies and pita chips.

Provided by Lobbylady

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Tzatziki

Time 10h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) container low-fat plain yogurt
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and grated
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth and place it over a medium bowl. Place the yogurt on the cheesecloth and cover the colander with plastic wrap. Allow yogurt to drain overnight.
  • Lay grated cucumber on a plate lined with paper towel; allow to drain 1 to 2 hours.
  • Combine the drained yogurt, cucumber, garlic, parsley, mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 44.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

GREEK-STYLE CUCUMBER AND YOGURT DIP WITH DILL



Greek-Style Cucumber and Yogurt Dip with Dill image

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Dairy     Herb     Vegetable     Appetizer     No-Cook     Cocktail Party     Picnic     Super Bowl     Yogurt     Cucumber     Summer     Poker/Game Night     Sour Cream     Dill     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups plain yogurt
1 English hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, grated
1 tablespoon coarse salt
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
1 garlic clove, minced
6 pita breads, cut horizontally in half, then cut into wedges
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Line sieve with cheesecloth and place over medium bowl. Place yogurt in sieve. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to drain in refrigerator overnight.
  • Mix cucumber and 1 tablespoon salt in small bowl; cover and chill 3 hours.
  • Transfer drained yogurt to another bowl. Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, dill and garlic. Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible from cucumber. Stir cucumber into yogurt. Season with pepper. Cover; chill at least 2 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place pita wedges on baking sheets. Brush with olive oil. Bake until crisp, about 10 minutes. Cool. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Store pita airtight at room temperature.) Serve cucumber dip with baked pita wedges.

TZATZIKI SAUCE -YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIP



Tzatziki Sauce -Yogurt and Cucumber Dip image

Drain some low-fat yogurt overnight to make this yummy cucumber dressing. This is a delicious topping for grilled chicken or meat. It's also a great dip for veggies and pita chips. Added another clove of garlic ( werewolves in Florida). Eliminated the parsley and go a little bit heavier on the fresh dill.

Provided by jslingo

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Tzatziki

Time 10h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) container low-fat plain yogurt
1 cucumber - peeled, seeded, and grated
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth and place it over a bowl. Place yogurt on the cheesecloth and cover the colander with plastic wrap. Allow yogurt to drain, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Place grated cucumber in a fine mesh strainer; allow to drain 1 to 2 hours.
  • Mix yogurt, cucumber, dill, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate for flavors to blend, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 20.3 mg, Sugar 2 g

CUCUMBER-DILL YOGURT DIP



Cucumber-Dill Yogurt Dip image

Provided by Aida Mollenkamp

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups plain whole milk yogurt
1/4 English hothouse cucumber, small dice (about 3/4 cup)
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
1 teaspoon ground coriander
3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Serving Suggestion: Assortment of vegetables such as green beans, celery, cucumber, mushrooms, roasted beets, or boiled potatoes

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together yogurt, cucumber, dill, coriander, red pepper flakes, vinegar, and salt until evenly combined. Season well with freshly ground black pepper, taste, and adjust seasoning, as needed. Serve with an assortment of vegetables for dipping.

CUCUMBER-YOGURT DIP



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A cousin to Greek tzatziki, Ana Sortun's easy-to-make Turkish cucumber-yogurt dip includes a twist: dried mint. Serve with crackers and veggies as an appetizer, or (our favorite) dollop it on crispy potato latkes.

Provided by Ana Sortun

Categories     condiment

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice
kosher salt
3/4 cup English cucumber
2 scallions
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut the garlic clove in half and place the halves at the edge of the cutting board. Use the dull side of your chef's knife to cut the garlic almost to a mash, then use the sharp side to mince it. Put the garlic and lemon juice in a small bowl along with a pinch of salt to remove the raw taste from the garlic and lightly pickle it.
  • Chop the cucumber, scallions, and parsley and add them to the garlic.
  • Finish by mixing in the yogurt, dried mint, and olive oil. Season with salt and serve with crudités, pita, or latkes.

CUCUMBER YOGURT DIP WITH GREEK PITA CHIPS



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This is an easy delicious recipe adapted from Semi-Homemade Cooking with Sandra Lee. Great for parties, or hanging out!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium seedless cucumber (or regular cucumber that has been seeded)
1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup low-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon all purpose Greek seasoning, plus
2 teaspoons all purpose Greek seasoning, divided (store bought or homemade)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 whole grain pita
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Yogurt Dip:.
  • Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and grate into a medium mixing bowl. Add yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning. Stir to mix well.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Serve with the toasted pitas chips.
  • Pita Chips:
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spray baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray(or use olive oil on a piece of paper towel and wipe over baking sheet); set aside.
  • Cut each pita bread into 8 triangles.
  • Place on baking sheet, in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning.
  • Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; let cool. Enjoy!

CUCUMBER-MINT YOGURT DIP



Cucumber-Mint Yogurt Dip image

Cool and refreshing, this dip pairs best with raw vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 containers (6 ounces each) 2 percent Greek yogurt (1 1/4 cups)
1/2 cup mint leaves, coarsely chopped
1/2 English cucumber, halved, seeded, and finely chopped
1 teaspoon white-wine vinegar
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Cut vegetables, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine yogurt, mint, cucumber, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 g, Fat 2 g, Protein 9 g

CREAMY CUCUMBER YOGURT DIP



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Everything about this dip is good. It's not only low-fat and low-calorie, it's also fast to prepare and fantastic to eat. -Donna Roberts, Shumway, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber
1-1/2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
1-1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill or 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine yogurt and cream cheese. Stir in the cucumber, onion, dill, lemon juice, zest, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIP WITH PAPPADAMS



Spicy Yogurt and Cucumber Dip with Pappadams image

This creamy dip is great on pappadams (crackerlike flatbreads). Crisp them in a microwave or an oven before serving.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 1h30m

Yield Makes 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 English cucumber, peeled and grated
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon safflower oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 cups nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup homemade or store-bought mango chutney
1 teaspoon finely grated ginger (from one 1-inch piece)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
8 large pappadams (kalustyans.com), heated and broken into pieces

Steps:

  • Place cucumber in a fine sieve set over a bowl; let stand to drain for at least 20 minutes. Press down on solids to extract liquid.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook curry powder until just beginning to bubble, about 45 seconds. Transfer to a bowl; let cool slightly.
  • Stir in cucumber, yogurt, chutney, ginger, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with pappadams.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, Sodium 540 g

SPICY YOGURT CUCUMBER DIP



Spicy Yogurt Cucumber Dip image

Serve with baked pita chips or pappadams (Indian flat bread) that has been heated and broken into piece, or whatever! Stores, in the refrigerator, up to 3 days.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Vegetable

Time 27m

Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 English cucumber, peeled and grated
1 tablespoon safflower oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 cups Greek yogurt (drained) or 2 1/4 cups plain yogurt (drained)
1/4 cup mango chutney
1 teaspoon grated ginger
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Drain cucumber in a fine sieve for 20 minutes; press to extract liquid.
  • Meanwhile, if using plain yogurt, drain in cheesecloth placed in a sieve, 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium high heat; add curry powder and cook until bubbly, about 45 seconds.
  • Transfer to a bowl and let cool; stir in cucumber, yogurt, chutney, ginger, cilantro, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour; adjust seasonings.
  • Store up to 3 days refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.5, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1.2, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.2

CUCUMBER YOGURT DIP



Cucumber Yogurt Dip image

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Garlic     Appetizer     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Yogurt     Lemon     Cucumber     Chill     Dill     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

two 8-ounce containers plain yogurt
1 pound cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped fine
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh dill plus dill sprigs for garnish
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
pita loaves, cut into wedges, as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • Let the yogurt drain in a fine sieve set over a bowl, covered and chilled, for 6 hours. Pour the liquid from the bowl and in the bowl stir together the drained yogurt, the cucumbers, squeezed dry between paper towels, the chopped dill, the garlic, the oil, the lemon juice, and salt to taste. Let the dip stand, covered and chilled, for at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours to allow the flavors to develop. Stir the dip, garnish it with the dill sprigs, and serve it with the pita wedges.

CUCUMBER YOGURT DIP WITH PITA CHIPS



Cucumber Yogurt Dip with Pita Chips image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 cups dip, about 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium hot house cucumber
1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1 cup fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning, divided
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 whole-grain pita pockets (recommended: Thomas' Sahara)

Steps:

  • Cut cucumber in half lengthwise and grate into a medium mixing bowl. Add yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning. Stir to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with toasted pitas chips.
  • Pita Chips:
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray; set aside.
  • Cut each. pita bread into 8 triangles. Place on baking sheet, in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; let cool.

SHRIMP SPRING ROLLS WITH CUCUMBER-YOGURT DIP



Shrimp Spring Rolls with Cucumber-Yogurt Dip image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 22m

Yield 16 spring rolls

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (4-inch) piece hothouse cucumber, finely diced
1/3 cup lowfat plain yogurt
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon hot chili oil
Spring Rolls
1 medium shallot, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 large carrot, peeled, and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup (3 1/2 ounces) assorted mushrooms, such as shiitake, cremini, and button
3/4 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
16 spring roll wrappers
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups cooked cellophane noodles or bean threads, cut into 2-inch pieces
Vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • For the Cucumber-Yogurt Dip: Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • For the Spring Rolls: In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the shallot, garlic, and carrot until finely chopped. Add the mushrooms and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add the shrimp, sugar, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the shrimp is chopped into 1/4-inch pieces.
  • Place a spring roll wrapper on a work surface. Brush the edges with the beaten egg. Place a heaped tablespoon of the filling about 1-inch from the closest edge of the
  • wrapper. Spread the filling into a log, approximately 4 1/2-inches long and 1-inch wide. Place a heaped tablespoon of the cooked noodles on top. Fold the closest edge of the wrapper over the filling. Fold the right and left edges of the wrapper over the filling. Roll up the spring roll tightly and place, seam side down, on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet until ready to cook. Repeat with the remaining spring roll wrappers.
  • In a high-sided saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it registers 375 degrees F on a deep-fry thermometer. Cook the spring rolls, in batches, for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  • Cut the spring rolls in half diagonally and transfer to a serving platter. Serve immediately with the Cucumber-Yogurt Dip.

TZATZIKI: TRADITIONAL YOGURT, CUCUMBER, AND GARLIC DIP



TZATZIKI: TRADITIONAL YOGURT, CUCUMBER, AND GARLIC DIP image

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Garlic     Appetizer     Low Carb     Vegetarian     Yogurt     Low Sodium     Low/No Sugar     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 ounces (2 cups) of strained Greek yogurt
4 to 10 cloves of garlic, diced
1/2 cup of peeled, diced or shredded cucumber
1 tablespoon of olive oil
2 teaspoons of lemon juice

Steps:

  • Prepare all ingredients in advance. Combine oil and lemon juice in a medium mixing bowl. Fold the yogurt in slowly, making sure it mixes completely with the oil. Add the garlic, according to taste, and the cucumber. Stir until evenly distributed. Garnish with a bit of green and serve well chilled. Yield: about 2 1/2 cups Add mint or dill: Slight variations include 1 tablespoon of either finely chopped fresh dill or fresh mint. Either one makes a tasty addition. Shopping Tip: The thick, full-fat yogurts available at Greek, Middle Eastern, and specialty food markets - or a commercial full-fat strained yogurt - will give the best results. You can also make your own strained yogurt using full-fat, low-fat, or fat-free commercial yogurt. Preparation Tips: * After dicing the cucumber, pat it dry to remove excess moisture. * The longer the tzatziki is refrigerated before serving, the more intense the garlic taste will become. Storage: Tzatziki will store safely in the refrigerator for several days.

BAKED BUTTERNUT FALAFELS WITH CUCUMBER YOGURT DIP



Baked Butternut Falafels With Cucumber Yogurt Dip image

This recipe comes from the wonderful book "Mon premier dîner végétarien" by Alice Hart, which I was gifted for my bday a couple of weeks ago. Ive modified it a little bit to suit my tastes even better, but the original was really great as is, too. This is different from other recipes in that the falafels are being baked in the oven, so that they arent as heavy. I hope you enjoy this as much as we do! :) Note: 30 minutes of chill time are not included in prep time.

Provided by Lalaloula

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 falafels

Number Of Ingredients 20

500 g butternut squash, deseeded and cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin, ground
1/4 teaspoon coriander, ground
1/8 teaspoon curry powder (hot)
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 dash cinnamon, ground
salt and pepper
400 g chickpeas (either from a can or presoaked and cooked)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 small bunch parsley, chopped finely
1 small bunch cilantro, chopped finely
1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground (yes again)
1/2 teaspoon coriander, ground (yes again)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (yes again)
1/2 cucumber, deseeded and grated
300 g Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place the butternut squash cubes on a paper-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbs of the olive oil and sprinkle garlic, powder, cumin, coriander, curry, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, salt and pepper over it. Toss to coat. Roast this in the preheated oven at 200°C/400°F for about 35 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl puree the chickpeas together with the baking soda, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander and garlic powder. I used my immersion blender for this, but you can also use a food processor or a potato masher.
  • Add the butternut to this and puree it also. The mixture should still be a bit chunky, not totally smooth.
  • Place the mixture in the fridge and let rest for 30 minutes.
  • Take tbs full of the mixture and drop them onto a paper-lined baking sheet. I used my hands to form them into patties. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tbs of olive oil and bake for 15-20 minutes at 200°C/400°F They should be nicely browned on top.
  • For the yogurt place the grated cucumber in a fine mesh sieve and sprinkle lightly with salt. Allow to drain for 20 minutes.
  • Then wash off salt and press out all moisture using a tea towel.
  • Combine cucumber with lemon juice and yogurt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Enjoy with the falafels. This makes a great meal with a salad and some pita bread.

Tips:

  • Select the right cucumbers: Use fresh, firm cucumbers that are not too large. English or Persian cucumbers are ideal for this dip.
  • Peel and seed the cucumbers: Peeling and seeding the cucumbers will help to remove any bitterness and ensure a smooth texture for the dip.
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt: Full-fat Greek yogurt will give the dip a thicker, creamier texture. If you use low-fat or non-fat yogurt, the dip may be too thin.
  • Season the dip to taste: Be sure to taste the dip before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, garlic, or herbs to suit your taste.
  • Chill the dip before serving: Chilling the dip for at least 30 minutes before serving will help to develop the flavors and make it more refreshing.
  • Serve with your favorite dippers: Cucumber yogurt dip is a versatile dip that can be served with a variety of dippers. Some popular options include pita chips, crackers, vegetables, and fruit.

Conclusion:

Cucumber yogurt dip is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious dip that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you are looking for a light snack or a party appetizer, cucumber yogurt dip is a great choice.

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