Cucumber Sauce

Elevate your meals with this creamy, refreshing cucumber sauce—an irresistible blend of grated cucumber, tangy Greek yogurt, and aromatic fresh dill. Bursting with bright flavors from lemon juice and a touch of garlic, this versatile sauce is a Mediterranean-inspired delight. Perfectly smooth and satisfying, it's incredibly easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Serve it as a cool dip for veggies, a luscious spread for wraps and sandwiches, or a flavorful topping for grilled meats and seafood. Whether you're hosting a gathering or seeking a simple yet healthy addition to your meals, this cucumber sauce recipe is a must-try crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large cucumber
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater or food processor.

Step 2

Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.

Step 3

Finely mince the garlic clove or use a garlic press.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 5

Stir the mixture thoroughly until all the ingredients are well integrated.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.

Step 7

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a dip, side, or topping, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(684.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	375.4

Total Fat 19.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 24.5mg	0%
Sodium 1274.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 26.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 27.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 362.2mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 994.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.4%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 27.4%