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Cottage Cheese Tzatziki

Published: Mar 1, 2022 · Modified: Apr 13, 2023 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 10 Comments

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This cottage cheese tzatziki is a twist on the type made with yoghurt, and is flavourful from garlic and fresh herbs. An easy recipe that is perfect as an appetizer or as party food and takes just ten minutes to come together!

overhead view of cottage cheese tzatziki on a wooden board surrounded by herbs, crudites and breads.

If you love dips and spreads as much as my family does, then you may also like to see my beetroot hummus and whipped ricotta dip with herbs and honey. Both so easy to make and yet so flavourful!

This cottage cheese tzatziki is fresh and bright, with the creamy cheese pairing so well with the fresh herbs. A fun twist on the traditional recipe made with yogurt! So good for summer BBQs or picnics, or with other plates for holiday celebrations.

Do check out my cottage cheese and honey recipe for a sweet appetizer or snack!

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  • ⭐ Why this recipe is so good
  • 🥒 Ingredients
  • 📖 Variations to the recipe
  • 🔪 Step by step instructions
  • 📋 Frequently asked questions
  • 🍽 How to serve
  • 🥣 More tasty appetizers
  • 📖 Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

⭐ Why this recipe is so good

  • Taste of summer (but enjoy year-round!) - the fresh herbs really make this feel like a dish from vacations in the warmer months.
  • Yoghurt-free - this is a tzatziki made without yoghurt, and cottage cheese instead, making it perfect for those who aren't able to enjoy the traditional recipe.
  • Easy to make - just a little 'hands on' time grating the cucumber, and then all you need to do is stir all the ingredients together!

🥒 Ingredients

individually labelled cottage cheese, olive oil, garlic, salt, dill, mint and cucumber.

Make sure to see the recipe card below for the full ingredients list and their quantities!

Just seven ingredients to make this easy appetizer. You will need:

  • Cottage cheese - I suggest using one with as few additives as possible.
  • Cucumber - you don't need to peel, but removing the seeds is best.
  • Mint and dill - use fresh herbs rather than dried.
  • Garlic - use fresh if possible rather than garlic powder. Mince the garlic so the flavour evenly distributes in the dip.
  • Olive oil - I suggest using extra virgin olive oil for better flavour.
  • Salt - to season. If you like black pepper you can also add a sprinkle.

📖 Variations to the recipe

I use mint and dill in this tzatziki but you can use just mint if you prefer. My low histamine readers may wish to consider just mint if they can't tolerate dill due to its higher salicylate content (see the SIGHI list for more information).

For those who are good with lemon juice, you may wish to add a small squeeze.

🔪 Step by step instructions

Step 1

Halve the cucumber lengthways and use a small spoon to scoop out the seeds.

de-seeded cucumber on a chopping board.

Step 2

Grate the cucumber (no need to peel it), and dice the mint and dill (if using). Mince the garlic.

grated cucumber and diced mint and dill on a wooden chopping board.

Steps 3 & 4

Add the grated cucumber to a clean tea towel and wring out over a sink to remove excess liquid.

Add all the ingredients to a bowl and stir well to combine so the cucumber, herbs and garlic are evenly distributed in the dip. Spoon into your serving bowl.

grated cucumber in a blue checked cloth.

📋 Frequently asked questions

Do I have to wring out the cucumber when making tzatziki?

Yes, don't skip this step! The tzatziki will be overly 'wet' if the cucumber isn't wrung out to remove excess liquid.

Can I blend the tzatziki?

You can blend it to a smooth consistency, but personally I think the cottage cheese is better left as it is.

Can I include more herbs and garlic?

Yes, adjust the amount of dill, mint and garlic to taste preference.

🍽 How to serve

Tzatziki can be served with fresh crudites such as carrot sticks, celery and bell peppers. It's also lovely with breads or crackers if those are suitable for you. My seed crackers are easy to make and full of healthy ingredients!

cottage cheese tzatziki in a cream bowl on a wooden chopping board.

🥣 More tasty appetizers

More fun dips and little bites to enjoy here on the site, including my popular cream cheese herb stuffed mini peppers and my whipped ricotta and honey dip. Some recent recipes:

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  • blueberry ricotta toast on a wooden board next to fresh blueberries.
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📖 Recipe

cottage cheese tzatziki in a cream bowl on a wooden board next to pita and crudites.

Cottage Cheese Tzatziki

Claire
A fun and flavourful appetizer or party food idea, this cottage cheese tzatziki is simple to make and perfect with breads or crudites.
4.96 from 24 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Party food, Side Dish
Cuisine American, British
Servings 6 servings
Calories 37 kcal

Equipment

  • Box grater

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • ½ medium cucumber halved, de-seeded
  • 2 tablespoon mint diced
  • 1 tablespoon dill diced
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ garlic clove minced
  • pinch salt

Instructions
 

  • Halve the cucumber and use a small spoon to scoop out the seeds. Grate the cucumber on a box grater.
  • Place the grated cucumber in a clean tea towel, and wring out over the sink to remove excess liquid.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir well. Spoon into your serving bowl.

Notes

  • You don't have to scoop out the seeds of the cucumber, but I suggest it to remove excess liquid.
  • For a smooth tzatziki you can blend the cottage cheese first. I think a bit lumpy is better though!
  • You can use just mint if you aren't a fan of dill.
  • Please note that nutritional information is offered as a courtesy. It is auto-generated and should be understood to be an estimate.
 
Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) food compatibility list for histamine
All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list, with the exception of:
  • garlic, which scores 1.
  • dill, which scores 1. There is a note: 'Small amounts usually not a problem. High salicylate content'.
  • cottage cheese is not on the SIGHI list, but is on another web page on their site where it states that it is well tolerated. See here (under dairy).

Nutrition

Calories: 37kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 154mgPotassium: 66mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 103IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.2mg
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Comments

  1. Ani DiSanto says

    March 07, 2025 at 10:55 pm

    5 stars
    AMAZING!!! So delicious
    Totally recommend
    I did add a lemon

    Reply
    • Claire says

      March 08, 2025 at 7:32 am

      Lovely to hear that you enjoyed it Ani!

      Reply
  2. Liz says

    July 23, 2023 at 1:43 pm

    5 stars
    Love this recipe - just what I need for a snack on a warm day!
    Not sure how long this keeps for in the fridge but I'm hoping to divide it up for work snacks at the start of the week too.

    Reply
    • Claire says

      July 23, 2023 at 1:57 pm

      So glad you like it Liz! As you say, lovely for summer with some vegetable sticks I think! It should keep for a day or two in a sealed container in the fridge. If you're a low histamine reader, then it tends to be best not to keep leftovers.

      Reply
  3. Jules says

    June 09, 2023 at 10:25 am

    5 stars
    Love this recipe!

    Reply
    • Claire says

      June 09, 2023 at 11:28 am

      So glad you like it Jules!

      Reply
      • Jules says

        September 26, 2023 at 11:22 pm

        5 stars
        I actually sent the link for this recipe to my best friend and she keeps sending me photos every time her and her family have it! Most recently on a camper van trip around Germany for a month.

        Reply
        • Claire says

          September 27, 2023 at 7:08 am

          Aww that's so lovely to hear! So glad you all enjoy it and it works for camper van life too!

          Reply
  4. KKD says

    March 12, 2022 at 7:19 pm

    5 stars
    I just made this & gotta say Wow! Already it tastes wonderful & I'm sure even better if I let it sit in the fridge for a bit to let the flavors "marry". Thanks!

    Reply
    • Claire says

      March 12, 2022 at 7:42 pm

      So glad you like it! If it works for you, then definitely agree that a bit of time in the fridge would make it even more flavourful!

      Reply

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Hi, I’m Claire. After a diagnosis of MCAS I began to follow a low histamine diet, which has helped me manage my symptoms. Here I hope to show that a restrictive diet can still be full of flavourful meals, and help you enjoy being creative in the kitchen.

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