Tzatziki

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Tzatziki

Such a fresh and flavorful condiment that pairs amazingly well with so many dishes, or it makes a delicious dip with fresh vegetables or pita. A healthier option than a mayo heavy ranch too.Makes nearly 2 cups.

70 kcal /serving 10 min Serves 6 Easy Greek Vegetarian Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240ml) whole Greek yogurt, (preferably Fage (important see notes*))
  • 10 oz. English cucumber**, (peeled if desired, seeded)
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill***
  • 1 garlic clove, (finely minced (1 tsp))
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Sea salt (or table salt, to taste and optionally black pepper)

Preparation

Not specified

Cooking

  1. Peel cucumber if desired (it adds a faint texture and a will lightly tint the dip, but this is optional to peel).
  2. Slice cucumber in half throught the length and use a spoon to remove seeds.
  3. Chop cucumber into chunks, then add to a food processor.**** Pulse until cucumber is almost finely chopped.
  4. Remove blade from food processor, then press cucumber against the sides of the processor bowl to remove some of the excess liquid, reserve liquid (proceed to step 1 in notes if you aren't using a very thick Greek yogurt).
  5. Add yogurt, cucumber, dill, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice to a medium mixing bowl.
  6. Season with salt, and pepper if using, to taste.
  7. Stir mixture until well blended.
  8. If you find it's a little thick for your liking you can pour in some of the reserved cucumber juice from the food processor.
  9. If serving over warm food (like salmon, chicken, steak, gyro or cooked veggies) let rest at room temperature about 30 minutes.
  10. Store in refrigerator.

Plating & Serving

Not specified

Suggested Sides

Nutrition per Serving

70 Calories
3.9g Protein 3% DV
3.6g Carbs 1% DV
4.9g Fat 6% DV
0.3g Fiber 1% DV
2.4g Sugars
234mg Sodium 16% DV
6mg Cholesterol 2% DV
Diet Type Low Carb
Health Labels Sugar Conscious Low Potassium Kidney Friendly Keto Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Mediterranean Dash Gluten Free Wheat Free Egg Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Fish Free Shellfish Free Pork Free Red Meat Free Crustacean Free Celery Free Mustard Free Sesame Free Lupine Free Mollusk Free Alcohol Free No Sugar Added Sulphite Free Kosher

* Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Recipe Details
Category sauce
Meal Type Appetizer
Tags quick, fresh, creamy