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Extreme macro close-up of creamy yogurt texture in an Authentic Greek Tzatziki Recipe bowl with green dill flecks.

Authentic Greek Tzatziki Recipe: Creamy, Tangy, and Perfectly Thick

This Authentic Greek Tzatziki Recipe delivers a thick, creamy, and garlicky dip featuring a glossy olive oil swirl and fresh dill. Perfect for gyros, pita, or Mediterranean bowls with professional results.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dip, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tzatziki Ingredients
  • 2 cups Full-fat Greek yogurt 480g, strained if possible
  • 1 large English cucumber 300g, grated and squeezed dry
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic finely minced
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 30ml, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice 15ml, or red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Fresh dill 4g, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Sea salt to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Box Grater For grating cucumber
  • 1 Fine-mesh Sieve For draining moisture
  • 1 Cheesecloth or Kitchen Towel To squeeze cucumber dry

Method
 

How to make Authentic Tzatziki
  1. Grate the English cucumber and place in a sieve with salt. Let sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze firmly in a kitchen towel until dry.
  2. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth and glossy.
  3. Fold in the dried cucumber and chopped dill. Serve in a rustic bowl with a swirl of olive oil and charred pita bread.

Notes

Make sure to use full-fat yogurt for the most authentic texture.
Always squeeze the cucumber twice to prevent a watery sauce.