Tzatziki Recipe
Traditional homemade yogurt sauce with cucumber, dill & garlic
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
Prepare the Cucumber
Grate the cucumber using a box grater or a food processor. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out excess moisture.
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, and olive oil. Stir until well combined.
Season
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well.
Chill
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve
Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread or as a sauce for grilled meats and vegetables.
