Tzatziki
There are many different ways to make tzatziki, a traditional Greek dish made with yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and olive oil. The word "tzatziki" comes from the Turkish word for cucumber, "cacık."
Tzatziki is thought to have originated in the Central Asian country of Turkmenistan. It spread to the Ottoman Empire, and from there to Greece. The first recorded recipe for tzatziki was in a cookbook from 1871.
The dish became popular in Greece in the early 20th century. It was often served as an appetizer or a side dish. Today, tzatziki is a common dish in Greece and other Mediterranean countries.
Advice
When making tzatziki, it is important to remember that the key to a great tzatziki is to use plain Greek yogurt as the base. It is important to strain the yogurt to get rid of any excess moisture and to ensure a thick, creamy consistency. Additionally, be sure to use freshly grated cucumber and to squeeze out any excess moisture before adding to the yogurt. To bring out the flavor of the tzatziki, adding fresh garlic, dill, and a squeeze of lemon juice will really enhance the flavor. Finally, be sure to cover the tzatziki and let it sit in the fridge for a few hours before serving so that the flavors can marry together.
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Recipes
Tzatziki Sauce
- greek yogurt
- dill
- mint
- lemon juice
- garlic
- cucumber
- olive oil
- salt
Easy Tzatziki with Toasted Pita Crisps
- olive oil
- pita crisp
- dill
- white wine vinegar
- hothouse cucumber
- garlic
- black pepper
- sour cream
- lemon juice
- salt
- greek yogurt
- pita bread
Easy Tzatziki
- salt
- greek yogurt
- lemon zest lemon juice
- english cucumber
- dill
- garlic
Tzatziki
- salt
- dill
- red wine vinegar
- english cucumber
- sour cream
- olive oil
- garlic
Quick Tzatziki Sauce
- dill
- english cucumber
- lemon
- greek yogurt
- garlic
- green onion
- salt
Celery and Walnut (or Hazelnut) Tzatziki
- dill
- black pepper
- salt
- garlic
- greek yogurt
- walnut
- celery
- walnut oil
Tzatziki
- aceto di vino bianco
- aglio spicchi
- cetrioli
- olio extravergine 'oliva
- sale fino
- yogurt greco
Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
- olive oil
- salt
- garlic
- english cucumber
- olive oil
- salt
- greek yogurt
- dill
- pita bread
- black pepper
- cheesecloth
- lemon juice
- za atar spice
- lemon zest
Easy Tzatziki
- salt
- dill
- white wine vinegar
- hothouse cucumber
- garlic
- sour cream
- lemon juice
- greek yogurt
Easy Tzatziki Sauce (Yogurt Cucumber Dip)
- dill
- garlic
- english cucumber
- greek yogurt
- lemon juice
- olive oil
- salt
Cucumber-Dill Tzatziki
- salt
- english hothouse cucumber
- greek yogurt
- dill
- lemon juice
- olive oil
- garlic
Easy Tzatziki with Feta
- thyme
- olive oil
- salt
- pita triangle
- dill
- white wine vinegar
- hothouse cucumber
- loaf pita bread
- garlic
- feta
- kalamata olife
- sour cream
- lemon juice
- greek yogurt
Healthy Greek Yogurt Tzatziki Sauce
- dill
- red wine vinegar
- cucumber
- salt
- garlic
- dannon® oikos® greek nonfat yogurt
Easy Tzatziki Sauce
- dill
- olive oil
- garlic
- greek yogurt
- cucumber
- black pepper
- salt
- lemon juice
Dairy-Free Vegan Tzatziki Sauce
- lemon juice
- olive oil
- salt
- cucumber
- garlic
- soy yogurt
Cucumber-Dill Tzatziki
- pita chip
- greek yogurt
- garlic
- cucumber
- salt
- black pepper
- dill
- lemon juice
Tzatziki
- salt
- greek yogurt
- garlic
- mint
- lemon juice
- olive oil
- persian
Best-Ever Tzatziki
- black pepper
- lemon juice
- salt
- red pepper flake
- greek yogurt
- dill
- cucumber
- olive oil
- garlic
Tzatziki Sauce
- cucumber
- greek yogurt
- dill
- garlic
- salt
- black pepper
- lemon juice
- za atar
Easy Tzatziki Sauce
- dill
- olive oil
- garlic
- cucumber
- greek yogurt
- salt
- lemon juice
Classic Tzatziki Sauce
- dill
- lemon juice
- salt
- cucumber
- garlic
- greek yogurt
- olive oil
Chuck's Tzatziki
- pepper
- lemon juice
- english cucumber
- olive oil
- chive
- dill
- onion
- greek yogurt
- garlic
- salt
Tzatziki Sauce
- vinegar
- cucumber
- greek yogurt
- dill
- olive oil
- garlic
- salt
Tzatziki
- pepper
- greek yogurt
- lemon juice
- cucumber
- clove
- dill
- salt
Best Tzatziki
- lemon juice
- garlic
- greek yogurt
- salt
- cucumber
- dill
- olive oil
Tzatziki Sauce
- olive oil
- white wine vinegar
- dill weed
- oregano
- cucumber
- greek yogurt
- garlic
- lemon juice
- salt
Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
- lemon juice
- english cucumber
- black pepper
- greek yogurt
- dill
- garlic
- salt
Tzatziki
- dill
- olive oil
- english cucumber
- lemon juice
- salt
- black pepper
- greek yogurt
- garlic
Ingredient Breakdown
Insights
Common Ingredients
- garlic 80%
- salt 80%
- dill 73%
- greek yogurt 73%
Usual Ingredients
- lemon juice 60%
- olive oil 53%
Rarey Ingredients
- black pepper 33%