Tzatziki

Dip into the delicious and refreshing flavours of Greece with this easy-to-make tzatziki – a versatile dip that’s perfect for any occasion, from a party appetizer to a topping for your grilled meats.

What Tzatziki Goes Great With

Tzatziki is a versatile dip that is perfect for any occasion, it can be paired with a variety of foods, making it a great addition to any meal. Tzatziki is traditionally served with pita bread, which is perfect for dipping into the creamy yoghurt and cucumber dip. It can also be paired with vegetables such as carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers, making it a perfect healthy snack.

Tzatziki is also a great topping for grilled meats, such as gyros, kebabs or souvlaki. The cool and creamy tzatziki balances the flavours of the spicy meats and makes for a delicious and satisfying meal. Tzatziki also makes a great sandwich spread and can be used in place of mayonnaise for a healthier and more flavourful option.

Tzatziki can also be served as a dip for crackers or chips, making it a great party appetizer. It can also be used as a topping for baked potatoes or as a dip for grilled meats and breads.

In summary, Tzatziki is a versatile and delicious dip that can be served with a variety of foods, from pita bread and vegetables, to grilled meats and sandwiches. It’s a great addition to any meal and can be used in many different ways.

Tips & Tricks

• You want as little water content in a Tzatziki as possible thick and creamy is where you to be.  By removing the seeds, salting the grated cucumber and draining it, you are removing a lot of water content.
• If you’re using extra thick natural greek yoghurt then you should be fine but if your yoghurt is a bit thinner then you may have to hang it in cheesecloth for a few hours, it wants to be almost as thick as cream cheese.  Low-fat yoghurt won’t work for these reasons.

Yield: 4 Portions

Tzatziki

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Tzatziki is a delicious and refreshing Greek dip that is perfect for any occasion. It's made with simple ingredients like yoghurt, cucumber, garlic, and lemon, but it's packed with flavour. It's perfect as a sauce to go with pita bread and vegetables, or as a side for grilled meats. It's also a great addition to sandwiches and gyros. This recipe is easy to make and can be done in under 15 minutes. You can customise this recipe however you like, by adjusting the amount of garlic or lemon juice to suit your taste. Tzatziki is a great option for vegetarians and it's a great way to add some creaminess to your meal without using mayonnaise. So, get ready to impress your guests with this delicious and refreshing tzatziki dip.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Additional Time 15 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 250g Thick greek yoghurt
• 1/2 cucumber
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Salt
• Cracked black pepper

Instructions

1. Slice the cucumber in half lengthways then scoop out all the seeds.
2. Grate the cucumber on the large holes on a box grater, leaving around half the skin remaining.
3. Lightly salt the grated cucumber, mix well and place into a strainer, colander or sieve to drain for around 30 minutes.
4. Puree, or grate with a microplane, one clove of garlic and add to a bowl with 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar, the thick greek yoghurt and a pinch of cracked black pepper, mix well.
5. Once the cucumber has drained most of its water, give it a gentle squeeze to get the last out and add it to the yoghurt.  Mix that well until you can see how the consistency is then add the olive oil.