Vegan Tzatziki Recipe
Tzatziki Lover!
I love tzatziki sauce. It’s a Mediterranean condiment made of Greek yogurt (the traditional version). I get so excited when this sauce is paired with my Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes. But, of course, what’s better is making my own sauce to have at hand all the time. I’ve made the original version before, which I loved to death. However, curiosity sparked, and I made a vegan version of tzatziki, which was yummy!
Vegan Tzatziki Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings
- 1 organic English cucumber, peeled and 1/4” diced
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 2 cups organic plain and unsweetened dairy-free yogurt (I chose cashew)
- 3 organic garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
- 1 tablespoon organic extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh organic lemon juice from a lemon
- 1 teaspoon organic white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh organic dill, chopped
- Lemon pepper, to taste
Kitchen Equipment
- Measuring bowls, cups, and spoons
- Mixing bowls/cups/spoons for mise en place ingredients
- Cutting board
- Chef knife
- Vegetable peeler
- Glass juicer
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Paper towels
- Airtight container
Cooking Instructions
- Sanitize kitchen (including the sink, faucets, countertops, stovetop/oven, cupboard handles, smart devices, and computer).
- Wash, peel, and dice cucumbers.
- Peel and crush garlic cloves.
- Wash and slice the lemon.
- Extract the juice with a glass juicer.
- Wash and chop the dill.
- Mise en place ingredients.
- Pat down cucumbers to remove excess water.
- Add all ingredients into a mixing bowl.
- Season with lemon pepper.
- Pour into an airtight container.
- Refrigerate overnight.
Seven Ways to Enjoy Tzatziki
- Greek salad or wrap
- Naan bread
- Pita bread
For meat and poultry eaters:
- Bison
- Chicken
- Lamb
- Steak
Happy cooking,
FS x
