Cucumber Dill Tzatziki
This incredibly versatile cucumber dill tzatziki is a workhorse in our kitchen. It’s super creamy, herby and ridiculously good. And you can have this fuss-free homemade version ready in minutes!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ English cucumber finely diced
- 2 large garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill plus more for garnish
- Kosher or fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Extra-virgin olive oil for topping
- Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, stir together yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice and dill. Season with salt and pepper according to preference.
- Transfer to serving bowl, top with olive oil, more fresh dill and red pepper flakes. Serve chilled.
Notes
Make ahead: Tzatziki may be made a day in advance and stored in a well-sealed container in the refrigerator. Reserve toppings until ready to serve.
Storage: Left over tzatziki can be stored in a well-sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Stir before serving.