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A bowl of tzatziki sauce garnished with fresh mint leaves and olive oil, surrounded by pieces of pita bread, whole mint sprigs, and two metal spoons on a green napkin.
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Ultimate Tzatziki

Say "hello" to the Ultimate Tzatziki - a creamy, protein-packed dip that is perfect for adding to your favorite salads, sandwiches, and gyro bowls. This recipe comes together with just a few simple ingredients and in five easy minutes, making it the perfect way to add some extra flavor and protein to any of your favorite recipes!
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword gluten-free, Grain Free, Nut Free, Refined Sugar Free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 10 Servings
Calories 17kcal
Author Nicole Modic

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Greek Yogurt
  • 2 Persian Cucumbers finely chopped
  • 3 Cloves Garlic mashed
  • 1 Lemon juiced
  • 1 Tablespoon Dried Dill
  • Cup Fresh Mint chopped
  • ½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt

Instructions

  • To prepare this ultimate tzatziki, start by washing and chopping the Persian cucumbers.
  • Then, add them to a bowl alongside the the greek yogurt, garlic cloves, lemon juice, dried dill, fresh mint, and kosher salt. Mix well, until all of the ingredients are incorporated into the yogurt.
  • Cover the bowl and transfer it to the fridge. Allow it to set for at least 10 minutes, until it's thick and creamy.
  • Once it's done, remove it from the fridge, serve with your favorite recipes (like my Scorched Rice Loaded Chicken Gyro Bowls), and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 17kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 94IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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