The Best Tzatziki
This is the best homemade tzatziki recipe you will find! Creamy, fresh and oh so delicious, it's the perfect summer condiment!
Ingredients
- 1 English Cucumber
- 1.5 cups Greek yogurt I prefer full fat
- 1 small lemon, zest and juice
- 2 Tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh mint chopped
- 2 Tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1-3 cloves garlic (This is personal preference. I like 2-3 cloves for a more potent, spicy Tzatziki. For a more mild flavor stick to just 1.)
Instructions
- Grate a whole English cucumber and place in a small colander placed over a bowl or plate (to catch the access liquid).
- Give the grated cucumber a good squeeze and then put in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to overnight to allow all the excess moisture to drain.
- In the meantime, mix together all remaining ingredients and put into the fridge to let the flavors meld.
- Once the cucumber has been draining for at least 30 minutes, give it another squeeze and then put on a paper towel and squeeze again to let the paper towel absorb any remaining liquid.
- Add the grated cucumber to the yogurt mixture and put back in the fridge.
- Let the Tzatziki sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Tzatziki will last 4-5 days in the fridge.
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