Tzatziki sauce is a Greek cucumber sauce served with meat or used as a dip. Tzatziki is primarily made of strained yogurt, in this case, Chobani Greek Non-Fat Yogurt. It’s gluten-free! They sent me some coupons for a few free yogurts so that I can create a tailgating recipe for them. Though this sauce is Greek, you can use it with other cultural foods such as saucy Indian dishes, as a dip with naan (Indian flatbread), on enchiladas, and as a dip with veggies as a snack. For authentic Greek dishes use as a sauce for gyros, or as a dressing for cucumber salad or other Greek salads. Gyros are perfect for tailgating.
There are several different variations of tzatziki sauce. Some people add mint, which is wonderful with lamb. I used dill since it best suited my gluten free gyro recipe. Make it your own and add whatever you enjoy.
Note: I am a Chobani convert. I used to buy non-fat and 100 packs of Yoplait for snacks and desserts. However, when I found out that Chobani doesn’t add starch as a thickener, I was so happy. I hate that chalky texture that Yoplait has. Chobani gets their yogurt thick by allowing it to thicken naturally. Plus, it’s non-GMO.
.You will find additional Chobani recipes on the Chobani website.
A cucumber dill sauce perfect for grilled meat, gyros, salads, and so much more. Use mint instead of dill for lamb. How will you use it?
Ingredients:
- 5.3 oz. plain gluten-free Greek yogurt (I used Chobani non-fat)
- 1/3 cup diced seeded cucumber
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh dill (or mint)
- 2 teaspoons white distilled vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions:
- In a food processor or blender, combine all ingredients and pulse until smooth.
- Transfer to a bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least two hours. (The longer it sits, the more flavor it develops.) Serve on gyros, Indian food, saucy meat dishes, casseroles, use as a salad dressing, or a dip. Store in refrigerator for up to the expiration date on the yogurt.
- When serving as a dip with gluten free naan, as I did, drizzle a little olive oil on top of the dip for a richer flavor.
Disclaimer: This recipe is sponsored by Chobani. However, the reviews and opinons regarding their products are my own.
Could you recommend a dairy free substitute ?
Melanie,
Personally, I’ve never tried any dairy free Greek yogurt. I did find this article though – https://www.eatthis.com/dairy-free-yogurt/.
If you’re up for making some yourself, perhaps you’ll enjoy this recipe: https://glutenfreerecipebox.com/dairy-free-yogurt-substitute-recipe/.
Carla
I asked around about dairy free Greek yogurt and quite a few people recommend either kite Hill plain yogurt or new on the market, Silk plain Greek yogurt.
I hope this helps.
Carla