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Authentic Tzatziki - Greek Garlic Yogurt Dip
The Authentic Tzatziki Recipe of my grandmother (yiayia)! This Greek yogurt garlic dip is creamy, thick, delicious and so easy to make!
Course Appetizer, dip
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Keyword Dip, Greek Yogurt, Tzatziki
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Total Time 10 minutes minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 50kcal
Author Elena Paravantes, MS, RD
*Makes 2 cups
Crush the garlic with a little bit of salt and pepper.
Peel the cucumber and grate. Squeeze well to get rid of water.
Whip the yogurt in a bowl and then add the garlic paste, mixing well and then add the cucumber and mix again.
Start adding small amounts of olive oil alternating with the vinegar while mixing.
Add about 2 teaspoons fresh dill and mix well.
Let it sit at least an hour in the refrigerator before serving.
Serving: 3tbsp | Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.64g | Protein: 1.55g