A creamy dip with a hint of garlic and dill and a refreshing addition of shredded cucumber makes Tzatziki one of my favourite dips. A bowlful of tzatziki with some torn up pita bread and a few veggies = a creamy, delicious, Summer lunch! ✔ Drizzle it on barbecued chicken, pork or lamb ✔ Wrap it up in a flatbread/pitta/tortilla with veggies and/or meat ✔ Add a big spoonful to a chicken nourish bowl or a fish taco bowl ✔ Serve with a big pack of crisps or crackers I’ve gone with all of these serving suggestions, but my favourite way to serve it is with Crispy Pork Gyros (a much-loved recipe to enjoy with a cold beer when the sun is shining).
What do we need for Tzatziki?
Dill - you can use fresh or dried dill in this dip plus garlic, salt and sugar to add flavourGreek yoghurt - you can use low or 0% fat, but I always use full fat - it tastes so much better!Cucumber - you’ll need half a large cucumber or one small one
How to make it
Full recipe with detailed steps in the recipe card at the end of this post.
Swap out dill for finely chopped mint (or add in mint as well as the dill!)Add in tahini for a slightly nutty flavourAdd dried spices such as cumin, paprika, chilli flakes or ground coriander. Go easy with the spices. You can always add more, but you can’t it away once it’s in there.
It’s such a great dip to have on standby in the fridge.
Ingredient swaps
Greek Lamb Souvlaki Kebabs Crispy Pork Gyros Chicken Souvlaki Greek Potato Hash Greek Lamb with Lemon Roast Potatoes Crispy Lamb Salad
Can I make Tzatziki ahead?
Yes, the flavour actually develops further if you make it a few hours ahead of time. If you are making it ahead, cover and refrigerate. It should last for 2-3 days. You’ll need to give it a stir before serving, as the remaining liquid from the cucumber will start to rise to the top of the tzatziki after a couple of hours.
Can I freeze it?
I don’t recommend freezing it. Cucumber does not stand up well to freezing and may well break down and turn squishy upon defrosting. This will make the tzatziki more watery and it may split.
Watch how to make it:
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