Jul 14 2026

Tzeki Sauce Recipe

Time30m
Serves10

Pint | Quart (Serves 8-10)

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cucumber

    Start by grating the cucumber. Place it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Mince the Garlic

    Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely. You can use a garlic press for convenience.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Base Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.

  2. 4

    Add Seasoning

    Add the dried dill, salt, and black pepper to the yogurt mixture. Stir again until the seasoning is evenly distributed.

Chilling

  1. 5

    Refrigerate the Sauce

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the sauce to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

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