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    Published: Dec 19, 2022 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Vegan Tzatziki

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    This Greek Vegan Tzatziki sauce can be used as a dip or condiment. Made in minutes, it pairs nicely with falafel or vegan gyros.

    Vegan Tzatziki next to dill with vegan gyros in the background.

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    "Oh, my word! I have just died and gone to heaven!!! This is the most divine tzatziki I’ve ever tasted! Thank you for sharing x - Heather"

    This creamy Vegan Tzatziki has the perfect balance of flavors. It comes together quickly and easily and makes a great addition to Vegan Gyros or falafel.

    It is made in about 10 minutes. Serve it with pita bread, veggies, or slathered on toast.

    It makes a great appetizer. It also goes well in a wrap or on a sandwich.

    I worked in a Greek restaurant many years ago. I think this tzatziki recipe tastes just as good, if not better than the one the restaurant served.

    Another fun way recipe is frying cucumbers in a cornmeal batter.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • What Is Tzatziki?
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 📖 Variations / Additions
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Tips
    • 🍽 Serving
    • Other Dips
    • 🎥  Video
    • 📋 Recipe
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is creamy with the perfect balance of flavors.
    • Serve it with vegan gyros, falafel, or veggies.
    • It comes together quickly.

    What Is Tzatziki?

    Tzatziki (zat-ZEE-kee) is the sauce that's served at Greek restaurants with pita bread or gyros. There are other cuisines that have their own version, but my version is similar to the ones I've had in Greek restaurants.

    🧾 Ingredients

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    • English cucumber: I used English cucumber because it isn't bitter like a regular cucumber and you don't have to deseed it. I peeled it, but since it has thin skin you don't have to.
    • Vegan Plain Yogurt: Adds the tangy taste that tzatziki is known for. I used vegan coconut yogurt. You could also use Greek-style vegan yogurt.
    • Vegan sour cream: Adds extra creaminess. You could leave it out and use all vegan yogurt for this recipe. I've made it both ways and like it either way.
    • Lemon juice: Adds a bright tart flavor.
    • Garlic: Adds a pungent flavor.
    • Dill: Adds a bright herby flavor.
    • Olive oil: Adds creaminess.
    • Salt and black pepper: Enhances the other flavors and adds flavor.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    📖 Variations / Additions

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    • Parsley or thyme

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    🔪 Instructions

    Cucumber being grated and squeezed in a towel.

    Step 1: Peel and grate cucumber on a box grater. If you use an English cucumber, you don't need to remove the seeds. If you use a regular cucumber, remove the seeds.

    Step 2: Place the grated cucumber in a cheesecloth or clean towel and strain out the excess liquid.

    Ingredients for Vegan Tzatziki in a bowl before and after mixing.

    Step 3: Put the grated cucumber in a mixing bowl along with vegan yogurt, vegan sour cream, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper.

    Step 4: Stir to combine. Place tzatziki in the fridge for at least an hour so the flavors can meld together.

    💭 Tips

    • To give this dairy-free tzatziki sauce the thick consistency that traditional tzatziki has, I combined vegan coconut yogurt and vegan sour cream. You could also use all vegan yogurt if you prefer. I happened to like the thick creamy consistency that the vegan sour cream adds. You could also use a vegan Greek yogurt.
    • The type of vegan yogurt you use will determine the consistency of the recipe.
    • For better consistency, I recommend grating the cucumbers instead of chopping them.
    • You don't want all the water from the cucumbers, so after grating them you'll want to squeeze out the excess moisture in a cheesecloth or clean towel.

    🍽 Serving

    • Vegan Gyros or Vegan Shawarmas
    • Vegan Falafel
    • With pita bread or veggies
    • In a sandwich
    • On a Vegan Greek Pizza
    Vegan Tzatziki with vegan gyros and lemon wedges.

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    If you tried this Vegan Tzatziki Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    I originally posted this recipe on May 7, 2016. I added new photos, text, and a video when I republished it.

    📋 Recipe

    Vegan Tzatziki
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    Vegan Tzatziki

    This Greek Vegan Tzatziki sauce can be used as a dip or condiment. Made in minutes, it pairs nicely with falafel or vegan gyros.
    Course Dip
    Cuisine Greek inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 116kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup English cucumber peeled and grated
    • ½ cup unsweetened plain coconut yogurt
    • ½ cup vegan sour cream - I used Tofutti
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
    • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • Salt and pepper
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    Instructions

    • Place the peeled and grated cucumber into a cheesecloth or clean towel and strain out the excess liquid. After the cucumber is strained, it will measure ½ cup. Place in a large bowl.
    • Add the rest of the ingredients and put in the fridge for 1 - 2 hours so that the flavors combine.

    Notes

    If you are not using an English cucumber, remove the seeds.
    This tzatziki recipe will last about 5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 147mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 2.5mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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    1. Heather says

      January 19, 2019 at 8:39 am

      Oh, my word! I have just died and gone to heaven!!! This is the most divine tsatziki I’ve ever tasted! Thank you for sharing x5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        January 19, 2019 at 9:06 am

        Thanks so much Heather!

        Reply
    2. Ana says

      March 31, 2018 at 5:55 pm

      This is SOOO good! I made some baked pita chips to eat with it. Delicious! Thanks for sharing! I will be making this again and again.5 stars

      Reply
    3. Elisabet says

      February 10, 2018 at 1:41 pm

      Hi,

      Where do you buy the vegan sour cream?

      Looks great.

      E.

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        February 10, 2018 at 1:44 pm

        I get it at Whole Foods, Sprouts, or my local health food store.

        Reply
    4. Aarika says

      May 11, 2016 at 1:20 pm

      As always, you create such delicious recipes! I would never think to use coconut yogurt for a dip. What a great idea!

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        May 11, 2016 at 4:44 pm

        Thanks Aarika!

        Reply
    5. RecipestoNourish says

      May 10, 2016 at 1:07 pm

      This looks so good! I love Tzatziki! Love all of that fresh dill.

      Reply
    6. Amanda | Maple Alps says

      May 10, 2016 at 7:59 am

      This recipe is right up my alley! I love a good tzatziki and I love having vegan options!!

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        May 10, 2016 at 5:26 pm

        Thanks Amanda!

        Reply
    7. kage2015 says

      May 10, 2016 at 7:52 am

      We love making greek dishes and this is one of our favorites.

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        May 10, 2016 at 5:26 pm

        Mine too!

        Reply
    8. Christine says

      May 10, 2016 at 7:26 am

      I love greek food! When I saw the title I was very interested in reading this. I have never made my own Tzatziki before but I think I will give it a try now that I have seen this recipe.

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      • Willow Moon says

        May 10, 2016 at 5:25 pm

        Since you love Greek food, I bet you will enjoy making your own. Then you can have it whenever you want it!

        Reply

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