CAVA Tzatziki Copycat Recipe
Make CAVA's famous tzatziki at home with Greek yogurt, fresh dill, garlic, and cucumber. Rich, creamy, and ready in minutes.
Servings 8
Calories 17kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup grated Persian cucumber
- 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Place the grated cucumber on a clean kitchen towel and thoroughly squeeze out the excess water. This step is crucial for keeping the dip thick rather than watery.
- In a bowl, combine the cucumber, Greek yogurt, dill, and garlic. Mix well. Add salt to taste and mix again.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Recipe Tips
Squeezing the cucumber is the single most important step in this recipe. If even a small amount of liquid remains, the tzatziki will become thin and watery within an hour. Take your time with this step and press firmly in batches if needed. For a stronger garlic flavor, grate the garlic directly into the bowl using a microplane instead of mincing. This releases more of the natural oils and creates a more intense, evenly distributed garlic presence throughout the dip. Full-fat yogurt is not optional in this version. Low-fat or nonfat yogurt will produce a noticeably thinner, more acidic result that does not replicate the rich, creamy texture that makes CAVA's version stand out.
Nutrition
Calories: 17kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.05mg
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