tzatziki

[ tsah-tsee-kee ]

noun

1. a condiment or dip consisting of yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and usually mint.

tzatziki

/ tsætˈsɪkɪ /

noun

1. a Greek dip made from yogurt, chopped cucumber, and mint

Word History and Origins

Origin of tzatziki¹

1960–65; < Modern Greek tzatzíki from Turkish cacık, of uncertain origin

Word History and Origins

Origin of tzatziki¹

C20: from Modern Greek

Example Sentences

Serve tzatziki with soft warmed pita bread, crisp pita chips, or vegetable crudités for dipping.

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