Best 2 Roasted Garlic Tzatziki Recipes

Immerse yourself in the delightful culinary world of Mediterranean cuisine with our exploration of the tantalizing flavors of roasted garlic tzatziki. This creamy, flavorful sauce, crafted with tangy Greek yogurt, refreshing cucumbers, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic herbs, is the perfect complement to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for pita bread. Join us as we delve into the secrets of creating the most delectable roasted garlic tzatziki, transforming ordinary meals into extraordinary culinary experiences.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED GARLIC TZATZIKI

Roasted Garlic Tzatziki image

I've made tzatziki loads of times, but this is my best recipe yet! The two keys are the roasted garlic, and straining the yogurt for 24 hours to make it like soft cheese. Tzatziki is great with crusty bread, french fries, pita bread, baked potatoes, or with any sort of wrap such as gyros, souvlaki, falafel or kebab. Also, I traditionally use fresh garlic, but this time I used ROASTED garlic. This made the tzatziki so much more flavorful, without that overpowering 'bite' that can come with lots of fresh garlic.

Provided by Diana Moutsopoulos

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Tzatziki

Time P1DT15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) container Greek yogurt
½ English cucumber
2 tablespoons roasted garlic puree
2 tablespoons lemon juice
10 fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt to taste

Steps:

Place yogurt in a paper coffee filter, paper towel or 4 layers of cheesecloth set in a strainer or colander, and then set over a bowl to catch the liquid. Allow yogurt to strain for 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Peel and grate the cucumber, squeeze out excess water; place into a bowl. Add strained yogurt, garlic puree, lemon juice, mint, and olive oil; mix until combined. Season to taste with salt; chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 37.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SPIT-ROASTED LEG OF LAMB WITH TZATZIKI

Spit-Roasted Leg of Lamb with Tzatziki image

This great-tasting dish from Joanne Weir takes you back to medieval times and spit-roasting at the hearth. You can also roast it over a grill or roast in an oven. This version is flavored with Greek herbs and served with a yogurt-cucumber sauce. Accompany with Pita Bread (page 44).

Yield serves 8 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

1 (5- to 6-pound) leg of lamb, butterflied and trimmed
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, plus 1 clove minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Tzatziki (recipe follows)
2 cups whole or nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 English cucumber, peeled and seeded
3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
(makes 2 1/4 cups)

Steps:

Prepare a very hot fire (500°F) in a fireplace or a medium-hot fire (425°F) in a wood-fired oven.
Lay the lamb flat on the work surface with the exterior of the leg on the work surface. With the point of a knife, make several incisions in the lamb and insert a slice of garlic into each incision. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, stir together the parsley, chives, mint, rosemary, thyme, oregano, minced garlic, and 3 tablespoons of the olive oil.
Spread the herb mixture evenly over the exposed side of the lamb. Roll and wrap the lamb around the spit and secure with kitchen twine or small metal turkey skewers. Brush the outside of the lamb with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Place the spit 6 to 8 inches from the fire and spit-roast the lamb, using an electric or battery-powered unit to rotate the spit consistently, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the lamb registers 135°F for medium-rare, about 1 hour. Alternatively, put the lamb in a roasting pan and roast in the oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the lamb registers 135°F. Let the meat stand for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with Tzatziki.
Combine the yogurt and salt in a bowl and stir to blend. Turn into a cheesecloth-lined sieve placed over a bowl and let drain for several hours to remove excess moisture in the yogurt.
Meanwhile, shred the cucumber to make 1 cup. Spread the shredded cucumber on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt. Let drain for 30 minutes. Using paper towels, squeeze out the excess moisture.
Combine the yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, mint, dill, and olive oil in a bowl. Mix well. Add the lemon juice to taste. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Use now, or within 1 day.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients, especially the yogurt and garlic. The better the ingredients, the better the tzatziki will be.
Make sure to roast the garlic before adding it to the tzatziki. This will mellow out the flavor and make it more complex.
Don't over-chop the cucumbers. You want them to be small enough to easily eat, but not so small that they disappear into the sauce.
Season the tzatziki to taste with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. You may also want to add some fresh herbs, such as dill or mint.
Let the tzatziki chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Roasted garlic tzatziki is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used as a dip, spread, or marinade. It is perfect for summer gatherings and picnics and is a great way to use up fresh cucumbers and herbs. With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and roasted garlic aroma, this tzatziki is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.