Tzatziki has to be one of the best sauces and so versitile that you could nearly have it at every meal. Plus who doesn’t love a garlicy, fresh side that you can dip your pita bread in, smother your freshly baked vegetables with or served on a nice grazing platter with fresh vegetables, loads of feta cheese and some olives. It is also a great side to have at your next Summer BBQ.
Tzatziki is thought to be paired with many traditonally Greek dishes, however, it can also served throughout the Mediterranean and Middle East, sometimes under a different name or with a slightly different flavour. The Greek version is usually made with cucumber but I honestly enjoy it a little bit more with zucchini. It’s super light and can be enjoyed at anytime of the year.
Give it a try and let me know what you think in the comments below or tag me on instagram with a photo of your creation or your favourite way to enjoy it!
Not sure what goes well with Tzatziki?
Tzatziki can be enjoyed in many ways. If you love this recipe and need some inspiration, here are some great ways to use it:
Zucchini Tzatziki
Course: SauceCuisine: Greek
Servings
6
Prep time
10
minutesCooking time
1
minuteCalories
109
kcalTotal time
11
minutesIngredients
500 g 500 Greek Yoghurt full fat
1 1 medium Zucchini grated
1 1 Lemon squeezed
3 cloves 3 Garlic crushed
2 tbsp 2 Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 pinch 1 Salt & Pepper
Directions
- Place a thin sheet of fabric over the top of a bowl. A great option is to use a chux reusable cloth. Place a rubber band around the top of the bowl to hold the fabric in place.
- Place the yoghurt into the bowl. Put into fridge to strain for minimum of 2 hours.
- Once the yoghurt has been strained, discard the water in the bottom of the bowl and place the yoghurt into the bowl (without the cloth). Place grated zucchini into the cloth and squeeze the excess fluid out of the zucchini.
- Place zucchini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper into the yoghurt. Mix well together.
- Adjust flavours to your personal preference. You may find you need a little bit more lemon or salt and pepper.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- The best way to make sure that your tzatziki is super delicious is to make sure you strain the yoghurt and remove the excess water from the zucchini. I also think this sauce tastes the best the next day as the garlic doesn’t have such a bite and the yoghurt is then full of flavour.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 109kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 72mg
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 5g
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