Description
This homemade Tzatziki Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, simple, and nourishing staple that can be enjoyed as a side dish, a dip, or even a light lunch. It features crisp cucumber paired with creamy, tangy Greek yogurt, fragrant dill, and a hint of garlic, making it a healthy and versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- English Cucumber: 1 large
- Plain Greek Yogurt (full-fat recommended): 1 ½ cups
- Fresh Dill: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Fresh Mint (optional): 1 tablespoon, chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Red Wine Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon (or to taste)
- Black Pepper: ¼ teaspoon (or to taste)
Instructions
1. 1. Wash and peel the cucumber. Grate it using the large holes of a box grater.
2. 2. Place the grated cucumber in a fine-mesh sieve or colander. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and let it sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out excess water.
3. 3. Firmly press down on the cucumber with the back of a spoon or squeeze it in a clean kitchen towel to remove as much liquid as possible. This step is crucial for a non-watery Tzatziki Cucumber Salad.
4. 4. In a medium bowl, combine the drained cucumber, Greek yogurt, chopped dill, chopped mint (if using), minced garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
5. 5. Stir all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
6. 6. Taste the Tzatziki Cucumber Salad and adjust seasoning as needed. You might want more salt, pepper, or a touch more vinegar.
7. 7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Tzatziki Cucumber Salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a more cohesive Tzatziki Cucumber Salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Tzatziki, Cucumber Salad, Greek, healthy, refreshing, easy, side dish, dip, vegetarian, no-cook