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Whole30 Tzatziki Sauce (Paleo, Keto)

Last Updated on February 17, 2020 by Jean Choi

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This 5-minute Whole30 tzatziki sauce is fantastic as a dip for veggies or drizzled over meat dishes! It’s low carb and dairy free, but tastes so tangy and authentic.

whole30 tzatziki sauce served with veggies

My husband and I are both huge tzatziki sauce fans, so much so that when we dine at our favorite local Greek restaurant, we get extras of it on the side. The amount that comes with our main dish is never enough.

I can’t help myself from eating loads of it, even though I don’t always feel great eating dairy. This is why I was so excited when I was able to recreate it at home with this delicious and refreshing dairy free tzatziki sauce!

Whole30 Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

This Whole30 and paleo tzatziki sauce is just so easy and delicious. It only takes about 5 minutes to put together with just 7 total ingredients (if you don’t count salt and pepper)! It turns out so tangy and creamy, and it’s hard to believe that it’s completely dairy free. Not only that, it’s a low carb and keto tzatiki sauce with squeaky clean ingredients!

combined ingredients for dairy free tzatziki sauce
close up of paleo tzatziki sauce

Ingredients in This Dairy Free Tzatziki Sauce

The ingredient list for this Whole30 tzatziki sauce and nice and short, and the whole sauce comes together in no time.

  • Cucumber: Measure the cucumber after shredding. It should be about 1/2 of a large English cucumber. You’ll want to squeeze out the moisture as much as possibly so the sauce doesn’t get watery.
  • Mayonnaise: Adds richness and thickness! Make sure to use a Whole30-compliant version like this one.
  • Coconut milk: Use full-fat coconut milk for that creamy texture.
  • Dill: Fresh is recommended, but if you are using dry, use half the amount.
  • Lemon juice: A MUST for creating that tangy flavor without using yogurt in this dairy free tzatziki sauce.
  • Garlic cloves: The subtle spiciness of raw garlic is just fantastic!
  • Onion powder: I’m a huge fan and I like a to add double the amount than I listed on this recipe, but you can adjust to your preference.

As you can see, these are easy and simple ingredients you may already have in you kitchen. To make this Whole30 tzatziki sauce, all you have to do is mix everything together!

I do like to let the the sauce chill for about an hour, because the flavors get better as it sits and the texture gets thicker. But it’ll still be fantastic if you want to use it right away!

spooning up keto tzatziki sauce

What to Eat With Whole30 Tzatziki Sauce

If you are wondering what to eat with tzatziki sauce when pita bread isn’t part of your diet, you can still enjoy it with so many other yummy things!

  • with meat dishes, like grilled chicken, beef, or lamb
  • drizzled over roasted vegetables
  • as a dip for raw veggies
  • over baked or mashed potatoes
  • on burgers
  • as a dressing on salads
  • as a dip for chips

The possibilities are endless with this delicious and refreshing Whole30 and keto tzatziki sauce! You can keep it in the fridge for up to a week and serve with all your favorite dishes and snacks. Hope you enjoy!

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Whole30 Tzatziki Sauce (Paleo, Keto)

This 5-minute Whole30 tzatziki sauce is fantastic as a dip for veggies or drizzled over meat dishes! It's low carb and dairy free, but tastes so tangy and authentic.
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Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: dairy free tzatziki sauce, Keto tzatziki sauce, paleo tzatziki sauce, What to eat with tzatziki sauce, whole30 condiments, whole30 dips
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 178kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup shredded cucumber tightly packed
  • 1/2 cup paleo mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  • After measuring out the shredded cucumber, wrap it in a paper towel or a cheesecloth and squeeze out the liquid.
  • Vigorously shake a can or carton of coconut milk before opening it to measure out 1/2 cup for the recipe.
  • Combine cucumber, coconut milk, and the rest of the ingredients, and mix together.
  • Taste to adjust seasoning, if necessary.
  • Serve immediately, or chill to thicken and firm up a bit.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Whole30 Tzatziki Sauce (Paleo, Keto)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving – about 1/4 cup)
Calories 178 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 8mg3%
Sodium 171mg7%
Potassium 83mg2%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 38IU1%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 8mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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By Jean Choi | February 17, 2020

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  1. Mandi Kaye says

    November 9, 2020 at 12:05 pm

    5 stars
    This is DELICIOUS! I was a bit worried when I tasted it freshly mixed, but after sitting in the fridge overnight, the flavors have melded together beautifully, and this rivals any tzatziki I’ve had!

    • Jean Choi says

      November 9, 2020 at 1:24 pm

      Thank you so much!! Yes, it gets better the longer it sits. 🙂

  2. Mandy says

    January 14, 2021 at 3:32 pm

    5 stars
    This sauce will definitely be on repeat! I made this to go with Paleo Greek Meatballs and I’m so glad I did. I prepared the tzatziki sauce the day before I needed it and I’m so glad I made it in advance – the next day it was perfect – the flavors are super good.

    • Jean Choi says

      January 14, 2021 at 4:14 pm

      Woo! Yes, one of those recipes that get better the longer they sit. Thanks for the review!

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I’m a food lover and recipe developer living in Southern California. I love to share simple and approachable gluten-free recipes that are healthy but never sacrifice on flavor. I hope I can help you feel confident in the kitchen and inspire you to try out some new-to-you dishes!

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