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Best Tzatziki

Best Tzatziki

The Best Tzatziki recipe focuses on fresh ingredients for a creamy, flavorful dip.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course dip
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • box grater

Ingredients
  

Cucumber

  • 2 cups grated cucumber from about 1 medium 10-ounce cucumber, no need to peel or seed

Dairy

  • 1.5 cups plain Greek yogurt

Oils and Fats

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Herbs

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint and/or dill

Citrus

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Aromatics

  • 1 medium clove garlic, pressed or minced

Seasoning

  • 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Working with one big handful at a time, lightly squeeze the grated cucumber between your palms over the sink to remove excess moisture.
  • Transfer the squeezed cucumber to a serving bowl, and repeat with the remaining cucumber.

Mixing

  • Add the yogurt, olive oil, herbs, lemon juice, garlic, and salt to the bowl, and stir to blend.
  • Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Taste and add additional chopped fresh herbs, lemon juice, and/or salt, if necessary.

Serving

  • Serve tzatziki immediately or chill for later. Leftover tzatziki keeps well, chilled, for about 4 days.

Notes

This tzatziki is perfect for dipping or as a sauce for grilled meats.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg
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