Greek Tzatziki

This is the best tzatziki recipe, and it only gets better with time. Serve with pita bread, in gyros, on lamb, or with whatever you like!

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: Not available

Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 40

Ingredients

• 1 (32 ounce) container plain low-fat yogurt
• ½ English cucumber with peel, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, pressed
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps

1. Gather all ingredients.
2. Combine yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic together in a large bowl.
3. Add dill, salt, pepper, and lemon zest; mix until smooth.
4. Pour into a serving dish, cover tightly, and refrigerate 8 hours before serving.