Dairy-Free Tzatziki Sauce
This fresh and creamy Dairy-Free Tzatziki Sauce is bursting with cucumber, garlic, and fresh herbs. It's so simple to make and pairs perfectly with loads of dishes or as a quick vegan dip.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 83kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 240 g ( 1cup) Dairy Free Greek Yoghurt I used Oatly Greek style yoghurt
- ½ medium cucumber seeds removed & coarsely grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the cucumber in half lengthways and scrape out the seeds with a teaspoon. Coarsely grate the cucumber, place it in a clean tea towel and squeeze out any excess water over the sink.
- Crush the garlic with a garlic press and finely chop the dill and mint leaves.
- Put the yoghurt in a mixing bowl, and add the grated cucumber, garlic, chopped herbs, lemon juice and olive oil. Stir well.
- Season to taste and if you have time, let it chill for 30 minutes in the fridge before serving to give time for the flavours to deepen.
Notes
See the recipe post for more detailed guidance and instructions.
How Can I Make This Dish Allergy Friendly?
The dish is dairy-free, as written, but in the UK, Oatly contains a minuscule amount of gluten, so it can’t be classed as gluten-free. In the US, it is gluten-free. ( Always double-check the packaging, as ingredients can change!)
Make It Gluten-Free: If you need the recipe to be gluten-free, choose a soya or coconut based yoghurt instead.
Make It Soy Free: Use a coconut based plain yoghurt (not coconut flavour), but bear in mind that you will probably be able to taste a bit of the coconut so the taste will be different to using a soya/oat-based yoghurt.
Tips & Tricks
Taste The Yoghurt First: Dairy-free yoghurts can vary in flavour, so make sure to taste the one you’re using beforehand to see if it suits you. I have used Oatly Greek-style yoghurt for this recipe.
Cucumber: Don't skip the step of scraping the seeds out & wringing out any excess water in a tea towel. It’s essential if you don’t want a watery dip. Getting rid of as much water as possible keeps the tzatziki thick and creamy.
Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh dill and mint are key to giving your tzatziki the best flavour. Dried herbs just won’t have the same impact, so stick to fresh for the best results.
Adjust The Garlic – You can tweak the amount of garlic depending on how strong you like it. If you're a garlic fan, feel free to add more, but if you prefer it milder, use a bit less.
Nutrition
Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 115IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 0.2mg
