The Yogurt Sauce That Makes Everything Better
Greek tzatziki is easy, versatile, and so, so delicious.
Hi friends,
I love Greek food, so I make a lot of tzatziki at home. It’s a beautiful blend of punchy garlic, fresh lemon juice, juicy cucumber, and cool, creamy yogurt.
Inspired by the versions from my favorite restaurants, this recipe features thick yogurt infused with lemon, garlic, dill, and plenty of freshly grated cucumber.
Tzatziki is perfect as a dip with warm pita or crisp veggies. But it can do so much more—spread it under roasted vegetables, grilled fish, meats, or sandwich bread to add a bright, tangy contrast to your meal.
Cook's Notes
Inspiration: After eating arguably way too much tzatziki at my favorite Greek-adjacent restaurants, namely Kava Neo-Taverna, Krasi, and Sofra, I decided to develop my own version.
Testing Summary:
Thick, high-quality Greek yogurt gives you a lovely, smooth texture. Looking for a fun project? Try making your own homemade yogurt!
Using Persian cucumbers (which have a thin skin and crisp texture) and squeezing excess moisture from the grated cucumber eliminates a watery, runny dip.
Marinating raw garlic in lemon juice and salt for a few minutes softens its intensity.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve as a side dish to your favorite seafood dinner, like poached cod, lemony shrimp scampi, or roasted branzino.
Arrange a mezze platter with pita chips, fresh veggies, and other easy dips like garlic white bean dip or butter bean hummus.
Have a great rest of the week,
Karishma