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Authentic tzatziki recipe

Authentic Tzatziki Recipe

Tera Altinay
Tzatziki is a creamy, tangy, and refreshing Greek sauce that perfectly complements a wide range of dishes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dressing
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean

Equipment

  • 1 kitchen towel
  • 1 grater
  • 1 garlic press
  • 1 lemon press

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup thick plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves pressed garlic
  • 1 tbsp chopped dill
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Grate your cucumber on to the middle of your kitchen towel. Then wrap and twist the towel to drain the liquid from the cucumber.
  • In a bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, pressed garlic, chopped dill and the grated cucumber. Add the salt and pepper to taste.
  • Drizzle the olive oil on top and serve with warm pita or fresh vegetables.
Keyword Easy, Greek, Quick