Who knew making your own irresistible homemade Tzatziki Sauce was so simple? Thanks to this Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe, now you can make your own authentic restaurant-style sauce right at home… and it’s SO easy!
Then… use your gloriously tantalizing Tzatziki Sauce to create the ultimate Greek Chicken Gyros!
Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
My family absolutely adores Greek food recipes, and one of our favorites is this delicious Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe to serve with different variations of Chicken or Gyro Pitas.
I always love going out to eat at my favorite little Greek restaurant, but I also love Greek dinners at home! There’s nothing more satisfying than pulling off something ridiculously delicious in my own kitchen!
This recipe is easy enough to enjoy on busy nights, and delicious enough that your family will be begging you for seconds.
There is something very appealing about being able to make your very own Greek yogurt sauce!
And now you can make your own cucumber Greek Tzatziki Sauce in a snap with this easy recipe. It’s the perfect way to give your menu a little tasty Mediterranean flair!
I promise… it’s easier than you think!
So easy… so delicious… so tempting! Just 7 simple ingredients!
Are you ready to make some glorious homemade Tzatziki Sauce?
Here’s what you’ll do…
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Ingredients
You won’t believe how easy it is to make fresh tzatziki sauce in your own kitchen.
First check your pantry and refrigerator, then add the following to your grocery shopping list…
- Greek Yogurt
- Fresh Cucumber
- Garlic
- Lemon Juice
- Dill – use this trick for How to Dry Fresh Dill
- Salt
- Black tPepper
You’ll also need a good blender to get the job done.
That’s it. Just round up 7 simple ingredients and you’ll be all set!
How To Drain A Cucumber
The first step to making this delightfully gourmet tzatziki sauce is to prepare your fresh cucumber.
This step ensures your finished sauce has the perfect consistency and isn’t too watery.
Here’ what you’ll do…
1. Peel the cucumber.
2. Scoop out the seeds.
3. Add the cucumber pieces to a colander and salt as specified.
4. Then follow the remaining instructions in the recipe card below for how to drain the cucumber.
That’s it. Easy peasy!
How To Make Greek Tzatziki Sauce
Now that you’ve finished preparing your cucumber, the rest of the process is going to be a snap.
Here’s how to finished up your tzatziki sauce…
1. Place all ingredients in a blender and blend as specified.
2. Pour the sauce into a bowl and cover.
3. Chill the sauce for 1-2 hours.
Then… serve it up on these fabulous Greek Chicken Gyros!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Greek Tzatziki Sauce Reviews
Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipe…
One reader writes: “Made your recipe the other day. And that sauce, oh my – yum!”
Cathy writes: “Easy, versatile and flavorful.”
Ashlee writes: “Super easy to make!”
Christina writes: “SO DELICIOUS! It can go on so many things too! :)”
Michelle writes: “Definitely the best recipe to follow!! Yummy!!”
Kristi writes: “Easy and delicious. No muss, no fuss, easy cleanup after.”
Kimberly writes: “Yummo!!! And so easy! I accidentally used regular yogurt and it was still very yummy. Thanks, ladies!”
Lori writes: “I have made it twice now… super fast and easy sauce.”
Lucette writes: “My husband loved it”
Rebecca writes: “Easy and so good!!! Never knew cucumbers had so much water!”
Missy writes: “Really good!”
Rand writes: “Made this last night for lamb gyros very good and I will be making it again. ”
James writes: “It turned out really well. Will definitely keep it as a go to for Dolma and vegetables.”
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Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fage Total Greek Yogurt, plain
- 1/2 of fresh and firm Cucumber, drained (see instructions below to drain Cucumber)
- 2 small cloves of Garlic, peeled
- 1 1/2 tsp fresh squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1 Tbsp fresh chopped Dill
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Pepper
Instructions
- Peel skin from entire Cucumber.
- Chop off ends and slice in half, down length of Cucumber. Using a spoon, scoop out all of the seeds down the center.
- Roughly chop Cucumber and place pieces in colander, lightly salting each layer. (use 1 tsp Salt)
- Place Collander in sink with 2 plates resting on top of Cucumber pieces. Leave colander in sink for 30-40 minutes, then remove and pat Cucumber pieces dry with paper towels.
- Place cucumber pieces and all other ingredients in blender, and blend until well combined.
- Pour contents into bowl with cover or mason jar with lid, and transfer to refrigerator.
- Chill in refrigerator for at least one hour prior to serving, allowing flavors to blend together. ENJOY!
Notes
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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So have you tried making this homemade Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe for yourself yet?
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I am about to make this, but was wondering if I can freeze it ? In a ziplog bag or a mason jar if I can do it? Thank you
Hi Cecile ~ I honestly haven’t ever tried freezing it. If you do… let me know how it turns out!
This was super simple and so delicious. My son (not a huge fan of Mediterranean food) enjoyed it!!! That’s saying something. I am storing mine in a mason jar, hopeful that it keeps a little longer than usual. Thank you for the great recipe.
Thanks so much for the sweet comment, Jayme! So glad to hear everyone loved it! My sons love it, too. 😉
I made the tzatziki sauce today for chicken gyros and it was amazing. Sweating the moisture out of the cucumber is key. It was so delish. This will be a go to suace for me from here on out. Thank you so much!
You’re very welcome, Emily… so glad you loved it! 🙂
How long does this keep in the fridge?
Hi Caroline, I have had success keeping it in the fridge for several days. I do recommend stirring it before each use, as it will want to separate over time. Hope this helps ~ Heidi