Zesty Tzatziki Sauce with Cucumber and Dill

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

A refreshing Greek yogurt sauce with grated cucumber, fresh dill, garlic, and lemon juice that pairs perfectly with grilled meats and vegetables. This Greek-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, blends Greek yogurt (full fat), cucumber, grated and drained, garlic clove, minced into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (full fat)
• 1/2 medium cucumber, grated and drained
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Using a fine grater, grate 1/2 medium cucumber and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze firmly to remove excess water and transfer to a medium bowl.
2. Step 2: Add 1 cup full fat Greek yogurt, 1 minced garlic clove, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to the bowl.
3. Step 3: Stir all ingredients together until well combined and smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
4. Step 4: Serve chilled as a dip or accompaniment to grilled meats, pita bread, or vegetables.