Best Tzatziki (Easy & Authentic)

Best Tzatziki (Easy & Authentic)
Prep 10 min Serves 8 Source

Ingredients

  • 1 medium cucumber (peeled and grated)
  • 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoon roughly chopped fresh dill
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps

  1. 1

    Drain the cucumber. Drain the grated cucumber by pressing down on it over fine mesh sieve over a bowl. Alternatively, you could use a nut milk bag or cheesecloth and gently squeeze until all the moisture is out.

  2. 2

    Mix together. Stir together the cucumber, yogurt, dill, garlic, oil, lemon juice and salt in a large mixing bowl, until everything is well combined. Let the mixture rest for a few minutes for the flavors to meld together. Taste test to see if you need to add any extra herbs, lemon juice, or salt.

  3. 3

    Serve. Serve immediately or let it chill covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.