Tzatziki is a refreshing and versatile Greek yogurt dip or sauce made with cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, and other herbs. It's a popular appetizer or side dish, and it can also be used as a marinade or dressing. The cucumber and yogurt provide a cool and creamy base, while the garlic, olive oil, and herbs add a savory and tangy flavor. This recipe includes a classic tzatziki recipe, as well as variations with avocado, mint, and roasted red peppers. Whether you're looking for a simple and refreshing dip or a more complex and flavorful sauce, you're sure to find a tzatziki recipe here that you'll love.
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CUCUMBER DILL GREEK YOGURT DIP
Provided by The Seasoned Mom
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel, grate, and drain cucumber. I drain my grated cucumber by placing it in a wire mesh strainer over a bowl. Use the back of a large spoon to push the water out of the cucumber until you can no longer squeeze any more liquid out.
- In a medium bowl, combine drained, grated cucumber with yogurt.
- Stir in dill, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well.
- Allow dip to sit in refrigerator for a few hours before serving.
CUCUMBER-DILL YOGURT DIP
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.
GREEK-STYLE CUCUMBER AND YOGURT DIP WITH DILL
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
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
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
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
TZATZIKI ( GREEK STYLE CUCUMBER AND YOUGHURT DIP WITH DILL)
Very delicious makes a great side to meats and salads and spicy food. Actual prep time is much less but I included the wait time
Provided by malinda sargent
Categories Other Sauces
Time 5h25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Mix cucumber and 1 tablespoon salt in small bowl, cover and chill 3 hours
- 2. Add greek yogurt to another bowl. Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, dill and garlic.
- 3. Squueze out as much of the liquid from the cucumber that you can. Stir cucumber into youghurt. Season with pepper. Cover and chill at least 2 hours ( can be made a day ahead)
- 4. Preheat over to 400 degrees, place pita wedges on a baking sheet brush with olive oil and bake until crisp about 10 minutes. Let cool. ( Can also be made a day ahead) Store Pita in airtight contain at room tempeture. Serve with Tzaziki.
Tips:
- Use fresh, crisp English cucumbers for the best flavor and texture.
- Peel the cucumbers if you prefer a smoother dip.
- Grate the cucumbers using the large holes of a box grater for a chunky dip or the small holes for a smoother dip.
- Squeeze the grated cucumbers well to remove excess moisture.
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for a richer, creamier dip.
- Season the dip to taste with salt, pepper, garlic, and dill.
- Serve the dip chilled with pita bread, crackers, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
This Greek-style cucumber and yogurt dip is a refreshing, flavorful, and healthy appetizer or snack. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Serve it at your next party or gathering, or simply enjoy it as a light meal or snack at home.
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