Tzatziki Recipe
Traditional homemade yogurt sauce with cucumber, dill & garlic
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
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.
- 2
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.
- 3
Season
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well.
- 4
Chill
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 5
Serve
Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread or as a sauce for grilled meats and vegetables.
