Greek Skyr Tzatziki (Printable)

Light, tangy skyr tzatziki with grated cucumber, dill, garlic and lemon — ideal for pita, crudités, or grilled fish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 1/2 cups plain Icelandic skyr (unsweetened)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and grated
03 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced

→ Fresh Herbs

04 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped (optional)

→ Pantry

06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

# How-To Steps:

01 - Grate the peeled and seeded cucumber. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and firmly squeeze to remove as much moisture as possible; discard the liquid.
02 - In a mixing bowl, add the skyr, drained grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill and mint if using. Gently fold to begin integrating the ingredients.
03 - Add the olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt and black pepper. Stir briskly until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy and the oil is evenly incorporated.
04 - Taste and adjust salt, pepper or lemon juice to preference, balancing acidity and seasoning for brightness.
05 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marry and the texture to firm slightly.
06 - Before serving, give the mixture a final stir, transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle a little extra olive oil over the top and garnish with a sprig of dill or mint.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The creamy skyr gives it a richness that feels indulgent yet fresh, like a Greek secret for guilt-free snacking.
  • It became my favorite quick dish because you can whip it up with whatever’s in the garden or fridge—no stress, no fuss.
02 -
  • I once forgot to drain the cucumber fully, and the dip turned soupy within the hour—never again.
  • Letting it rest in the fridge, even for a short time, really transforms the sharp edge of raw garlic and blends everything beautifully.
03 -
  • If using Greek yogurt instead of skyr, opt for full-fat for the creamiest results.
  • Grate the cucumber on the large holes of the grater to keep just enough texture in every bite.
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