Skinny Tzatziki Sauce
Creamy refreshing Tzatziki Sauce is a Mediterranean favorite sauce. This skinny version slims down the calories keeping all the traditional flavor with wholesome simple ingredients. Great as a dip with fresh vegetables, with grilled meats or on salads.
Servings: 6 ¼-cup servings (total yield: 1 ½ cups)
Calories: 24kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt we love Chobani brand
- ¾ cup grated English cucumber will yield ½ cup after straining*
- 3 medium garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Line a clean mixing bowl with a clean thin kitchen towel. Place the grated cucumber in the towel and squeeze out excess moisture. After straining there should be ½ cup grated cucumber.
- Combine the non-fat plain Greek yogurt, strained cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice and salt. Stir well to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
Ingredient notes
Tzatziki can use fresh dill, fresh mint or a mixture. Feel fee to experiment with the fresh herbs to find your favorite flavor.
How to store
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 24kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 109mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg