Tzatziki (armenian Cucumber Salad)

Tzatziki is a refreshing Armenian cucumber salad that is perfect for summer gatherings or as a side dish for grilled meats. This creamy and tangy salad is made with yogurt, cucumbers, and herbs, and it's a great way to enjoy the abundance of fresh cucumbers during the summer months.

Tzatziki (armenian Cucumber Salad)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Greek yogurt
  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumbers, minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped mint, olive oil, and lemon juice.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and mix well to combine.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
  4. Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  5. Serve the tzatziki chilled, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprig of fresh mint.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Protein
5g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Grater Measuring spoons Cutting board Knife

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Tzatziki is best served as a dip with pita bread or as a topping for grilled meats such as kebabs or gyros.

Tips & tricks

For a thicker tzatziki, you can strain the grated cucumber in a fine-mesh sieve to remove excess moisture before adding it to the yogurt mixture.

Cost

$8