Heart-Healthy Classic Tzatziki Sauce
Creamy, refreshing, and packed with nutritious ingredients, this Heart-Healthy Classic Tzatziki Sauce is a guilt-free way to elevate your meals. Made with protein-rich low-fat Greek yogurt, hydrating cucumber, and a drizzle of heart-smart olive oil, this recipe delivers bold Mediterranean flavors while keeping saturated fat and calories in check. Fresh dill, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic create a vibrant balance that's perfect for pairing with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or warm pita bread. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this simple yet flavorful sauce is ideal as a dip, spread, or topping. Make-ahead friendly and brimming with wholesome goodness, it's a must-try for healthy eaters and food lovers alike!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater. Once grated, place the cucumber in a cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel, and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible to prevent the sauce from being too watery.
Step 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice.
Step 3
Mince the garlic cloves finely and add them to the yogurt mixture.
Step 4
Chop the fresh dill leaves finely and mix them into the bowl.
Step 5
Add salt and black pepper, and stir all the ingredients together until well combined.
Step 6
Cover and refrigerate the tzatziki sauce for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together. Stir before serving.
Step 7
Serve chilled as a dip for vegetables or pita, or as a topping for grilled meats or gyros.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (732.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 685.4 |
| Total Fat 26.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 58.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1349.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 58.7g | |
| Protein 42.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 176.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 485.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 999.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories