Ekin Olive Oil

Homemade Tzatziki

CourseSauce
CuisineGreek

Servings	Prep Time
1Cup	15Minutes

Servings	Prep Time
1Cup	15Minutes

Ingredients

1Cup CucumberGratedLearn how to make tzatziki, a traditional Greek yogurt and cucumber sauce with fresh herbs. Tzatziki is a refreshing sauce or dip, and it’s so easy to make! This basic recipe yields 1 cup, so multiply as necessary.
1/2Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1Tablespoon EKiN Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2Teaspoons fresh mintChopped and/or Dill
1.5Teapoons Lemon Juice
1Medium Garlic ClovePressed or Minced
1/4Teaspoon Fine Sea Salt

Instructions

Working with one big handful at a time, squeeze the grated cucumber between your palms over the sink to remove excess moisture. Transfer the squeezed cucumber to a small serving bowl, and repeat with the remaining cucumber.
Add the yogurt, olive oil, herbs, lemon juice, garlic, and salt to the bowl, and stir to blend. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and add additional chopped fresh herbs, lemon juice, and/or salt, if necessary (I thought this batch was just right as-is).
Serve tzatziki immediately or chill for later. Leftover tzatziki keeps well, chilled, for about 4 days.

Recipe Notes

MAKE IT DAIRY FREE/VEGAN: Substitute ½ cup cashew sour cream (available on page 217 of my book) for the yogurt, and thin the tzatziki with a small spash of water if necessary.