Cottage Cheese Tzatziki
During summer I constantly have a batch of this high-protein Greek yogurt and cottage cheese tzatziki on hand. The Greek sauce is perfect as a fresh dip with fresh vegetables, a condiment with grilled meats, or as a versatile sauce for salads, bowls, and sandwiches. And thanks to the Greek yogurt and cottage cheese combination, it easily adds extra protein to your dishes!
Growing up in rural Germany, our small village was – or better still is – known for the Greek restaurant called Irodion. It was walking distance from our house and we naturally celebrated big milestones and birthdays there. Every time I make a batch of tzatziki it brings back memories of long dinners with loved ones. Maybe that’s why I make a batch almost every week during summer?
I substitute some of the yogurt with cottage cheese to get extra protein in and it may be just one of the favorite ways to enjoy this fresh cheese.
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Cottage Cheese Tzatziki
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup cucumber peeled, grated, and drained
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tsp fresh parsley finely sliced, or fresh mint
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, grated cucumber (note 1), minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup cucumber, 1 garlic clove, 1 tsp fresh parsley, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- Stir the ingredients together until well combined. Season further to taste.
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Notes
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Ingredients and substitutions
- Greek yogurt: Use store-bought or homemade Greek yogurt for a thick and creamy texture. You can also opt for regular yogurt or even cottage cheese to make cottage cheese tzatziki.
- Cottage cheese: I use full-fat cottage cheese but you can also opt for a lighter version.
- Cucumber: Grate the peeled cucumber finely for a smooth consistency. I use English cucumber.
- Garlic: Fresh minced garlic adds a savory flavor to the sauce. Substitute with 1/4 tsp of garlic powder if needed.
- Lemon: Lemon juice provides a freshness. You can add some zest as well.
- Herbs: Fresh parsley or mint leaves add another layer of freshness and a herbaceous aroma.
Versatile, high-protein dip in 5 minutes
1. Add all ingredients to a small bowl.
2. Stir to combine.
5 ways to use tzatziki
I love to serve the refreshing Greek yogurt sauce in a variety of ways:
- On sandwiches, pulled lamb burgers, or wraps such as my meatball wraps.
- As a condiment for falafel, gyros, or pan-fried meats such as my beef fritters or kofta kebabs.
- As a dip for vegetables like carrots, celery, or cucumber sticks.
- Alongside savory snacks such as my bacon and cheese turnovers or cheese rolls.
- With hearty lamb dishes including my Greek lamb wellingtons, pulled lamb, or ground lamb dinner pie.
Easy recipe goes nice with lamb kebab white cabbage in a pita bread
Thanks Phil!
My go-to summer dip. It goes with everything!