Best 4 The Cheesecake Factorys Tzatziki Recipes
Welcome to the comprehensive guide to exploring the delicious flavors of The Cheesecake Factory's Tzatziki recipe! This delightful dip, with its origins in Greek cuisine, is a harmonious blend of refreshing cucumber, tangy yogurt, aromatic herbs, and a hint of garlic, creating a symphony of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether you're seeking a dip for your favorite pita bread, a refreshing sauce for grilled meats, or a delightful accompaniment to your Mediterranean-inspired dishes, this article will take you through the journey of creating the perfect Tzatziki, just like the one served at The Cheesecake Factory. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
TZATZIKI SAUCE RECIPE
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
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
THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY'S TZATZIKI
Serve this sauce with the Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos from The Cheesecake Factory.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes about 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place cucumbers in a large bowl and season with salt; toss to combine. Let stand for 15 minutes. Transfer to a colander to drain off all liquid from cucumbers. Pat dry and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix together yogurt and sour cream until well combined. Stir in mint, sugar, and garlic powder. Add cucumbers, cilantro, and scallions; season with a pinch of salt and pepper; gently fold to combine. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
TZATZIKI SAUCE
This cool, creamy yogurt condiment can be used as a dip for crudite, or in place of sour cream as a topping for cold soups, such as borscht.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toss cucumber with salt in a colander, and let drain for 20 minutes. Press lightly to extract excess water, then transfer cucumber to a medium bowl. Stir in yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and dill. Cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour (or up to 1 day).
TZATZIKI
Tzatziki, a cooling Greek condiment, helps soothe the heat of spicy dishes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a colander, toss together cucumbers and 1 teaspoon salt. Place colander in sink, and let cucumbers drain for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Press cucumbers to extract excess liquid. Transfer to a bowl; mix in yogurt, garlic, dill, mint, oil, lemon juice, and remaining teaspoon salt. Refrigerate about 1 hour to allow flavors to blend; serve at room temperature.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh cucumbers, tangy Greek yogurt, and flavorful herbs.
- Grate the cucumber instead of chopping it. This will give the tzatziki a smoother texture.
- Don't skip the salting step. This helps draw out excess moisture from the cucumbers and prevents the tzatziki from becoming watery.
- Taste the tzatziki before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more lemon juice, garlic, or herbs.
- Serve the tzatziki chilled. This will help it maintain its thick and creamy consistency.
Conclusion:
The Cheesecake Factory's Tzatziki is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're using it as a dip for vegetables or pita bread, as a topping for grilled meat or fish, or as a spread for sandwiches or wraps, this tzatziki is sure to please. With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and refreshing cucumber taste, it's the perfect way to add a little something extra to your next meal.
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