Weight Watchers Tzatziki Sauce

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Weight Watchers Tzatziki Sauce is a tasty healthy version of the Greek dip. It’s typically made with nonfat Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and herbs. The taste of the sauce is delicious and refreshing which is good for the hot summer months. You can elevate your meals with some taste and moisture without adding a lot of calories. This condiment is extremely adaptable and can be paired with tasty meals. Accompany this sauce as a dip for low-fat crackers. The Weight Watchers Tzatziki Sauce has extremely minimal calories. The serving size of this sauce is approximately one cup, and it contains only 57 kcal. Additionally, it has very little fat just 5 grams per serving. Let’s prepare the hearty sauce with the items and directions (listed below).

STATS

  • Course: Sauce, Appetizer, Side dish, Dip, Condiment
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Total Time: Ten minutes
  • Preparation Time: Ten minutes
  • Cook Time: Zero minutes are required to prepare this dip.

EQUIPMENT

  • Peeler
  • A sharp knife
  • One bowl
  • Spoon
  • Closed jar

INGREDIENTS

  • Medium-sized cucumber 1
  • Kosher salt half a teaspoon
  • Finely chopped onion 2 tsp
  • Plain Greek yogurt 3/4 cup
  • 3/4 cup of light sour cream
  • Low-fat mayonnaise 2 tbsp
  • Small-sized minced garlic clove 1
  • One tsp of garlic powder
  • Chopped fresh dill 1 to 1/2 tsp

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Remove the cucumber skin with a peeler.
  2. Next, cut the cucumber into small bite sizes with a knife.
  3. Add salt over the cucumber chunks.
  4. Combine well and put aside for six to nine minutes.
  5. After that, finely chop the cucumber, then press down a little to extract the water.
  6. Now, carefully pick the cucumber into a bowl.
  7. Next, shift cucumber with dill, garlic powder, sour cream, mayonnaise, and yogurt to a bowl.
  8. Stir all items with a spoon.
  9. The creamy Weight Watchers Tzatziki Sauce is ready.
  10. Transfer the sauce to the closed jar.
  11. Now, save the jar in the fridge for about ninety minutes.
  12. You can also serve this sauce instantly.

FLAVOR VARIATIONS OF THE SAUCE

Spicy flavor:

  • Incorporate a dash of red chili pepper flakes, hot sauce, or jalapeno.

Garlic lovers:

  • We will add double or triple freshly minced garlic to the sauce for a stronger garlic taste. You can also roast the garlic clove before chopping.

Dill:

  • You can use a large quantity of dill while preparing this sauce.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  • We utilize it as a dip for warm whole-wheat pita chips, and crackers.
  • Pair the creamy sauce with grilled meats like beef, lamb, or chicken.
  • Use the sauce as a topping for salads or as a sauce for grilled meat (lamb/fish).
  • Spread the sauce on veggie burgers, chicken sandwiches, or turkey wraps.
  • Serve it with colorful raw or slightly roasted vegetables like bell peppers, celery stalks, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and broccoli florets.
  • Enjoy the tasty sauce with grilled halloumi cheese.

TIPS

  • Select fresh ingredients for the best flavor and good texture.
  • Use good-quality nonfat Greek yogurt. Avoid regular yogurt, as they will significantly increase the point count.
  • Choose fresh and less seed cucumber such as English cucumber to prepare this sauce.
  • Experiment with the sauce with different herbs. But the main herbs are dill and fresh mint which helps to enhance the sauce flavor.
  • Opt for low-point mayonnaise which helps to maintain the recipe points.
  • Try this recipe with different spices like paprika, cumin, or coriander for a distinct taste.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

  • You can store the tzatziki sauce in a sealed jar and refrigerate it for three to five days.

Freezer:

  • I won’t suggest freezing this sauce as it may become watery after freezing. The texture and consistency will also change.

FAQs

Can I use the sauce as a dressing for salads?

  • Yes, you can use this sauce as a dressing for salads to make it more healthy and delicious.

What is the flavor of the sauce?

  • It has a zesty, garlicky, and refreshing flavor with a touch of herbs.

Does regular yogurt work well in this recipe?

  • Yes, but the sauce may not be thick and creamy. The protein content is higher in Greek yogurt, which contributes to developing a heavier texture.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Serving amount 1 cup
Total quantity Twelve (12) servings
Total Calories 57 kcal
Carbohydrates 2 g
Protein 2 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Total Fat 5 g
Sugar 1 g
Sodium 77 mg

Each serving of this Tzatziki sauce gives only 2 (two) Weight Watchers points.