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Try our tzatziki recipe, then check out our Greek salad, spanakopita and more Greek-inspired recipes.

How to store tzatziki: Keeps for up to three days, covered, in the fridge.

How to serve tzatziki: Serve with toasted pittas or crisps as a dip, spoon over grilled meat or fish, or put on a platter and top with veg fritters, kofte or savoury pastries.

Can it be made in advance? Make up to three days ahead. Stir well before serving.

  • ½ cucumber
    trimmed
  • 350g full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 small garlic cloves
    finely crushed
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped dill
    fronds
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped mint
    leaves
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Nutrition: per serving

  • kcal85
  • fat6.2g
  • saturates3.9g
  • carbs3.4g
  • sugars2.9g
  • fibre0.3g
  • protein3.8g
  • salt0.1g

Method

  • step 1

    Coarsely grate the cucumber onto a clean tea towel, then squeeze out as much water as you can.

  • step 2

    Combine the grated cucumber, yogurt, garlic, herbs and lemon juice. Season to taste before serving.

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