The Easiest Dairy-Free Tzatziki Recipe
This simple, dairy-free tzatziki recipe offers a refreshing and creamy dip made with coconut yogurt, fresh cucumber, garlic, and dill. Perfect as a vegan-friendly alternative to traditional tzatziki, it’s easy to prepare and suitable for a variety of diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Vegetables and Herbs
- ½ large cucumber
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Dairy-Free Base & Seasonings
- 2 cups coconut yogurt
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste (omit for AIP)
- Juice of half a lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumber: Wash the cucumber thoroughly, leaving the skin on. Grate it finely using a grater or food processor, then pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Add the Garlic: Grate or finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the grated cucumber.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the coconut yogurt, salt, pepper, fresh dill, lemon juice, and most of the olive oil to the cucumber and garlic mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Serve: Drizzle the remaining olive oil on top for garnish and serve the tzatziki alongside fresh vegetables or pita chips as a delicious dairy-free dip.
Notes
- All nutritional information are estimations and will vary.
- Omit black pepper to make this recipe compliant with the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP).
- Patting the cucumber dry is essential to avoid a watery dip.
- For a thicker consistency, strain coconut yogurt before mixing.
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