Zaziki
Experience the irresistible freshness of homemade Zaziki, a classic Greek yogurt dip that perfectly balances creamy, tangy, and savory flavors. Made with thick, velvety Greek yogurt, crisp grated cucumber, and a hint of zesty fresh dill, this recipe is elevated with aromatic minced garlic, a splash of olive oil, and a squeeze of bright lemon juice. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, Zaziki is an easy-to-make dip that pairs beautifully with pita bread, crunchy veggie sticks, or as a cooling accompaniment to grilled meats. Perfect for summer gatherings or a Mediterranean-inspired meal, this versatile and healthy dip can be prepared ahead, offering a delicious burst of flavor from the very first bite.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 large English cucumber
- 3 medium Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the English cucumber and grate it using a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture over the sink.
Step 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber and Greek yogurt.
Step 3
Mince the garlic cloves finely and add them to the yogurt mixture.
Step 4
Finely chop the fresh dill and stir it into the yogurt mixture.
Step 5
Add the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
Step 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the zaziki for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 7
Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or as a sauce for grilled meats.
Step 8
Store any leftover zaziki in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (847.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 613.0 |
| Total Fat 37.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 24.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2539.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.8g | |
| Protein 39.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 444.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1127.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories