Tzatsiki

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
32%
Tzatsiki
45 min.
2
393kcal

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If you're on the lookout for a refreshing and versatile addition to your meals, look no further than this delicious Tzatziki recipe! This beloved Greek dip is not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also brimming with vibrant flavors that make it the perfect accompaniment for a variety of dishes. With just 45 minutes of your time, you can whip up a zesty treat that will elevate your lunch or dinner to a whole new level.

The star ingredients in Tzatziki are the crisp, English cucumber and the fragrant dill, both of which provide a cooling contrast to the warm evenings or hearty main courses. The addition of garlic adds a delightful bite, while the tangy Greek yogurt forms a creamy base that binds all the flavors together. Drizzle a touch of extra-virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for that perfect finish, and you'll find yourself reaching for this dip again and again.

This recipe also opens up avenues for creativity! Use Tzatziki as a dip for warm pita bread, a topping for grilled meats, or even as a dressing for salads. It's not only nutritious, with a caloric breakdown that's quite balanced, but it’s also a dish that can be prepared ahead of time, making it ideal for meal prepping. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a quiet meal at home, this Tzatziki will undoubtedly impress your taste buds!

Ingredients

  • cup picked sprigs dill 
  •  cucumber english peeled
  • 10 cloves garlic smashed finely chopped
  • servings kosher salt and cracked pepper black
  • 2.5 cups labne spread 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  •  shallots sliced
  • cup distilled vinegar white

Equipment

  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Quarter the cucumber lengthwise and trim off the triangular wedge of seeds.
  2. Cut the cucumber into a very small, even dice.
  3. Transfer it to a mixing bowl.
  4. In a food processor, combine the garlic, vinegar, shallots, and dill. Pulse until finely chopped but not puréed.
  5. Add the mixture to the cucumbers; add the yogurt. Fold together with a rubber spatula, adding olive oil and lemon juice. Season liberally with kosher salt and pepper, starting off with 1 tablespoon salt. Taste for seasoning. You can store Tzatsiki in a covered, clean jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  6. * The Wedge: Smear some Tzatsiki onto a pita triangle. Top with a tiny pinch of dry Greek oregano, a few pieces of diced tomato or a halved grape or cherry tomato, and a few salami matchsticks.
  7. Reprinted with permission from How to Roast a Lamb: New Greek Classic Cooking by Michael Psilakis, © October 2009 Little Brown

Nutrition Facts

Calories393kcal
Protein31.25%
Fat36.61%
Carbs32.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
62.5
Glycemic Load
3.63
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.959130764008%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.73mg
Hesperetin
2.17mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
10.22mg
Kaempferol
3.37mg
Myricetin
0.41mg
Quercetin
13.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:393.46kcal
19.67%
Fat:15.51g
23.87%
Saturated Fat:2.3g
14.37%
Carbohydrates:30.65g
10.22%
Net Carbohydrates:27.44g
9.98%
Sugar:15.19g
16.88%
Cholesterol:12.5mg
4.17%
Sodium:312.65mg
13.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.79g
59.59%
Vitamin B2:0.85mg
50.02%
Vitamin C:38.66mg
46.86%
Manganese:0.91mg
45.36%
Phosphorus:450.76mg
45.08%
Selenium:28.58µg
40.83%
Calcium:404.84mg
40.48%
Vitamin A:1985.48IU
39.71%
Vitamin K:33.68µg
32.08%
Vitamin B6:0.63mg
31.44%
Vitamin B12:1.75µg
29.17%
Potassium:991.76mg
28.34%
Folate:83.7µg
20.92%
Magnesium:76.36mg
19.09%
Iron:3.13mg
17.38%
Vitamin B5:1.56mg
15.63%
Zinc:2.23mg
14.89%
Vitamin E:2.14mg
14.27%
Fiber:3.2g
12.81%
Copper:0.24mg
11.87%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.52%
Vitamin B3:1.26mg
6.31%
Source:Epicurious