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Classic tzatziki recipe

A simple traditional recipe based on 500 g of Greek yogurt. Use the calculator when you want to make a different amount.

Finished tzatziki in a bowl with cucumber and olive oil

Quick facts

Preparation
10 minutes
Chilling
at least 1 hour

Ingredients for 500 g of yogurt

  • 500 g Greek yogurt, strained
  • 1/2 level tbsp garlic, well-pulped
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber, well-strained
  • 2 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp white or pink wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp quality sea salt

Preparation

  1. Strain the yogurt

    Strain the Greek yogurt.

  2. Prepare the cucumber

    Grate the cucumber, and squeeze out as much liquid as possible, use a cheesecloth if possible.

  3. Prepare the garlic

    Crush or finely mince the garlic into a smooth pulp.

  4. Combine

    Combine the strained yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and salt in a bowl. Mix well.

  5. Chill

    Adjust seasoning to taste, but the recipe never fails. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

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