High Protein Zaziki

Elevate your snacking and meal-prepping game with this creamy, flavorful High Protein Zaziki! This healthy twist on the classic Mediterranean dip packs an extra protein punch by blending rich, tangy Greek yogurt with velvety low-fat cottage cheese. Enhanced with refreshing grated cucumber, zesty lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and fresh dill, this protein-packed tzatziki comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a chilled dip for crunchy veggies and warm pita or as a versatile topping for grilled meats and falafel, it’s both satisfying and nutritious. With its high protein content, quick prep time, and irresistible flavor, this High Protein Zaziki is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup Low-fat cottage cheese
• 1 medium Cucumber, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the cucumber using a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess water as possible. Set aside.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the blended yogurt mixture, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Stir everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5

Transfer the tzatziki to a serving bowl. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread or fresh vegetables, or as a topping for grilled meats or falafel.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(551.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	437.1

Total Fat 21.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 38.1mg	0%
Sodium 1633.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 38.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 446.8mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 785.3mg	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: 43.9%

Protein: 34.7%

Carbs: 21.4%