I took to Google the other day to research tzatziki sauce. I have been making the same recipe for years, but I was curious to see how other recipes varied from my own. One of the first things that popped up in my search was a discussion on Chowhound with the title “Help! My tzatziki sucks!” I had quite a chuckle over that one. I do not know why. I am sure that the person whose tzatziki sauce sucked did not find it very funny.
To whoever it was that was having a tzatziki-related disaster, have no fear. This tzatziki sauce is perfect. I mix full-fat Greek yogurt and a bit of sour cream with cucumber, garlic, and dill to make the best and easiest tzatziki sauce that I have ever tasted. Use this sauce as a dip for carrots, celery, or toasted pita chips. Or spoon it over chicken or shrimp. It adds something cool and creamy to anything.
Perfect Tzatziki Sauce
| Yield | 2 cups |
| Meal type | Marinades & Sauces |
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chopped dill
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 hothouse cucumber, grated and squeezed dry with paper towels
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar
- 16oz plain Greek yogurt
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
| 1. | Combine the yogurt, sour cream, cucumber, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, dill, and garlic in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours. |
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I love how simple the recipe is! It sounds wonderful.
I love tzatziki sauce! And it’s easy to make, although it’s been some time since I’ve done it. Your recipe looks particularly nice – I’ll have to give it a try. Thanks.
I never had this dipping sauce but I absolutely loved the idea.
Sounds like a truly perfect tzatziki! I’m always looking for new versions and variations, and the addition of sour cream is just special! Will try this soon!
OMG! You got the site working again! Yippee! This looks so delish and I’m going to share it w/ my hubby because he loves this stuff! Your story cracked us up btw!
Thanks Rachael! And thanks again for tracking down my email and letting me know. Knowing me, I would have gone weeks without realizing it
No problem! I do check mine occasionally just to be sure… you never know
i love tatziki sauce. I swear I was greek in another life. haha. I use it for everything. In place of salad dressing…mix up your salad with a tablespoon or more. Yum….and tonight tried something new….put it in my baked potato with feta cheese OMG this was scrumptious. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Maria! I’m glad you liked it!
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