This Tzatziki Dressing features some of the hallmarks of Greek cooking - Greek yoghurt, olive oil and lemon juice. Just superb for your green salads or sauce for meats.

Tzatziki Origins

The word Tzatziki originates from the Persian zhazh, that means herb mixture.

It goes back to the Ottoman Empire stemming from tarator that was the name of a dish made of ground walnuts and vinegar.

The word itself comes from the Turkish word cacık which in turn is thought to have originated from the Armenian word cacıg.

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You Will Need

How to Make It

Place all the ingredients in a small food processor and pulse until combined.

Tzatziki dressing ingredients in blender.

Stir with a spatula to make sure all the ingredients are well incorporated.

Taste your dressing and adjust seasonings and flavours according to your taste.

Use This Dressing on…

Mixed Leaf Salads
Cucumber Salads
Drizzle on iceberg wedges
Dipping Crudités
Dipping pita bread
Sauce for your barbecued lamb cutlets, souvlaki or kebabs
An accompaniment to lamb on the spit
Also good with grilled or battered fish

Tips and Questions

How Much Tzatziki Dressing Does It Make?

This recipe makes a total of one cup of dressing enough for one large salad that serves six, the nutritional information is also calculated this way.

Can I Customise the Thickness of Tzatziki Dressing?

Absolutely! If you prefer a thicker dressing, use a thicker yogurt or strain regular yogurt to remove excess liquid. For a thinner consistency, add a small amount of water or lemon juice until you achieve your desired thickness.

How Long Can I Store It For?

This dressing keeps in the covered in the fridge for approximately 3-4 days.

Make Your Own Tzatziki

While any good quality store-bought tzatziki works well in this recipe you can try making your own tzatziki with our recipe.

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