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Close up of a bowl of tzatziki garnished with with gremolata and served with crudite.

Pistachio Butter Tzatziki Sauce

Meg van der Kruik
This creamy and nutty twist on classic tzatziki combines rich pistachio butter with cool Greek yogurt, refreshing cucumber, and bright herbs for a unique and flavorful dip or sauce. Perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, spreading on sandwiches, or serving as a dip with warm pita and fresh veggies. The balance of tangy lemon, aromatic oregano, and fresh mint makes this a standout condiment for any Mediterranean-inspired meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill time: 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 8 servings
Calories 148 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

For the pistachio butter tzatziki:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup pistachio butter
  • 2 English cucumbers seeded, grated, strained
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • ½ cup mint finely chopped
  • 2 TBSP dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic microplaned or pressed
  • 1 TBSP olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Optional, to garnish:

Instructions
 

To prepare the pistachio butter tzatziki sauce:

  • Grate the cucumbers with a box grater using the largest holes and place them in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible to prevent the sauce from becoming too watery.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and pistachio butter until smooth and fully combined.
  • Stir in the grated cucumber, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped mint, dried oregano, and garlic. Mix well to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
  • Drizzle in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the lemon juice or salt as needed for balance.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish if desired, when ready to serve.

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Notes

To store:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving, as some separation may occur. Freezing is not recommended due to the yogurt's texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 7gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 13mgPotassium: 314mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 224IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 125mgIron: 1mg
Keyword mediterranean, sauce, tzatziki, tzatziki sauce, yogurt
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