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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Vegan Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

    Published: March 9, 2020 / Updated: December 30, 2020 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Vegan Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

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    vegan tzatziki sauce, dip, dressing, and condiment

    Vegan Tzatziki Sauce is flavorful and versatile. Use it with grilled meats, as a salad dressing, as a dip, and as a gyro or sandwich condiment!

    vegan tzatziki veggie dip

    I love sauces that are super versatile. Tzatziki sauce can be used as a dip, a dressing, a condiment, and more.

    When I make the Greek chicken souvlaki skewers, I like to serve them with a side of tzatziki sauce. But since I'm dairy-free, I make a vegan tzatziki sauce. The consistency is slightly different, but the taste is the same!

    What is in dairy-free tzatziki?

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    Grate cucumber, mince garlic, gather remaining ingredients

    The basic ingredients for traditional Greek tzatziki remain the same in this recipe.

    • Yogurt (dairy-free)
    • cucumbers
    • garlic
    • dill
    • oregano

    The difference is in the type of yogurt you use. Traditional tzatziki recipes call for Greek yogurt. Even though much of the lactose is strained out og Greek yogurt, it still contains some dairy proteins and a bit of lactose. Therefore, we'll use a dairy-free yogurt alternative for this recipe.

    In doing so, you should note that the texture may be different than traditional tzatziki. Most dairy-free alternatives do not have the chunky texture of traditional Greek yogurt. The specific dairy-free yogurt you choose affects the overall texture and flavor of this tzatziki. So choose one that you love!

    Thickening Options for Dairy-Free Tzatziki

    close up of vegan tzatziki sauce

    To make the dairy-free yogurt thicker, you can try mixing in a thickener.

    You can use:

    • tapioca flour
    • agar agar
    • arrowroot starch

    For this recipe, I use arrowroot starch. It just happens to be what I always have on hand as a thickening agent for dairy-free recipes.

    I didn't include the thickening agent in this recipe, because depending on the specific dairy-free yogurt you use, it most likely will not need it. The taste is fantastic without it. But just know that the texture is a little thinner than traditional tzatziki made with traditional Greek yogurt.

    How do you make vegan tzatziki / dairy-free tzatziki?

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    You can make this vegan dairy free tzatziki in just a few minutes!

    Start by grating the cucumber. I leave the skin on, but you can peel the cucumber if you wish.

    Then in a large bowl with the dairy-free yogurt, add the minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, and grated cucumber.

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      Grate cucumber, mince garlic, gather remaining ingredients
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      Add garlic to dairy-free yogurt alternative
    • Greek herbs mixing into vegan tzatziki
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      mix in grated cucumber
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      stir all ingredients together until well combined

    Stir all of the ingredients until they are well combined. I garnish the sauce/dip/dressing with some finely diced cucumber as well, just for added texture. But that's entirely optional.

    What do you eat tzatziki with?

    wide shot of vegan tzatziki with vegetables

    Greek tzatziki sauce can be served with so many different types of food. Here are a few ideas what to eat with tzatziki.

    • Serve alongside Greek Chicken Souvlaki
    • Use as a dressing for Greek salad or cucumber salad
    • Enjoy with a gyro
    • Serve as a dip for vegetables
    • Dip into fries and enjoy!

    Is vegan tzatziki healthy?

    Most homemade tzatziki sauce is healthier for you than typical full-fat, full-dairy sauces, dressings, and dips. For the healthiest options, choose dairy-free yogurt alternatives that have no or low sugar.

    How long will tzatziki last?

    Homemade vegan tzatziki will last for up to 3-4 days in an airtight container the refrigerator.

    Can I freeze vegan tzatziki?

    I do NOT recommend attempting to freeze tzatziki. Creamy sauces and dips, especially those that contain dairy or dairy alternatives, do not freeze well. Freezing tends to cause separation, and you end up with odd consistency once these foods are thawed out.

    More Vegan Recipes

    • instant Pot mushroom risotto Instant Pot Vegan Mushroom Risotto
    • one bowl of Instant Pot Lentil Soup Instant Pot Lentil Stew (Vegan)
    • Skillet Gnocchi with Mushrooms One-Pan Skillet Mushroom Gnocchi
    • Dairy-Free Fettuccine Alfredo Dairy-Free, Vegan Alfredo Sauce With Fettuccine
    • homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Healthy Peanut Butter Cups (Paleo, Vegan, Dairy-free options)
    • Easy Vegan Chocolate Mousse
    greek vegan tzatziki sauce

    Vegan Tzatziki Sauce

    5 from 1 vote
    Prep Time: 15 mins
    Cook Time: 10 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    dairy free tzatziki sauce is great to go with grilled meats or veggies, salads, in gyros, and more!
    Servings: 4 people
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    Ingredients

    Tzatziki

    • 2 medium cucumbers, grated
    • 1 - ½ cup Greek yogurt
    • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • ½ tsp salt

    Instructions

    • Add all ingredients to a large bowl and mix together until well blended. Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.

    Notes

    I keep the skin on the cucumbers when I grate them, and just leave off the cut ends. You can peel your cucumbers if you wish.
    I also finely dice about ½ of an extra cucumber and garnish the top of the tzatziki if I am serving is as a dip. This is entirely optional.
    If you prefer a thicker sauce: mix in a thickening agent such as tapioca starch, arrowroot powder, or guar guar to the yogurt before mixing in the remaining ingredients. Make sure you mix it in very well and get rid of all the clumps. mixing to your preferred consistency, before adding the remaining ingredients. 
    Another thickening option: add in more grated cucumber to make it chunkier.
    Vegan tzatziki will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days, if stored in an airtight container.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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