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Recipe

Tzatziki (Greek yogurt dip)

Total time:
10 minutes
Yield:
2 cups

This delightful dip can be whipped up in minutes! Its refreshing and tangy flavours make it perfect for pairing with warm pita, fresh or grilled vegetables, or using as a delectable spread for your wraps.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (250 mL) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh or freeze-dried dill
  • 1 or 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • ¼ tsp (1 mL) salt
  • ¾ cup (180 mL) grated cucumber (about half of a medium cucumber)

Preparation

  1. In a large mixing bowl, blend the Greek yogurt with the lemon juice, olive oil, dill, minced garlic, and salt. Stir to combine.
  2. Using a box grater, grate the cucumber.
  3. Place the grated cucumber in a paper towel or a clean hand towel and squeeze out the excess water over the sink.
  4. Add the pressed grated cucumber to the bowl, then stir until everything is evenly blended.
  5. Serve immediately, or place in the fridge until ready to serve.
  6. Scoop into a bowl, and serve with your favourite veggies or pita chips. Enjoy!

Note

It is very important to squeeze out the excess water from the cucumbers. If not, the tzatziki will have a watery consistency.

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