Vancouver Greek Restaurant Tzatziki

Experience the creamy, tangy delight of Vancouver Greek Restaurant Tzatziki, an authentic and refreshing dip that’s bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Made with rich, full-fat Greek yogurt, freshly grated cucumber, and a perfect balance of minced garlic, dill, and bright lemon juice, this traditional tzatziki recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. The addition of extra-virgin olive oil gives it a silky texture, while a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper elevate its vibrant taste. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dip pairs beautifully with warm pita, crisp veggies, or as a zesty accompaniment to grilled meats and seafood. Refrigeration allows the flavors to meld into a cool, creamy masterpiece, making it the perfect appetizer or condiment for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat)
• 1 medium Cucumber (English or Persian, grated)
• 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced or grated)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the cucumber and grate it using a coarse grater. Place the grated cucumber in a fine mesh sieve or a clean kitchen towel, and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible. This step prevents the tzatziki from becoming watery.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and olive oil. Stir until well combined.

Step 3

Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the tzatziki for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Before serving, give the tzatziki a good stir. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a small sprig of dill, if desired.

Step 6

Serve chilled with warm pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a condiment for grilled meat or seafood.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(739.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	746.3

Total Fat 51.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 70.6mg	0%
Sodium 1351.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 44.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 516.0mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 920.0mg	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: 60.3%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 16.9%