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Tzatziki

Tzatziki

Tzatziki is a refreshing Greek sauce made with yogurt, cucumber, and herbs, perfect for dipping or as a condiment.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course sauce
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 cups
Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Towel

Ingredients
  

Cucumber and Dairy

  • 0.5 cup finely grated cucumber
  • 1 cup thick whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 0.25 teaspoon sea salt

Herbs

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Place the cucumber on a towel and gently squeeze out a bit of the excess water.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, dill, and mint, if using. Chill until ready to use.

Notes

Best served chilled and can be paired with pita or as a dip for vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Dip, Healthy Condiment, Mediterranean, tzatziki, Yogurt Sauce
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