Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Tzatziki Sauce is a cucumber yogurt sauce is the perfect compliment to chicken, lamb, and even beef. This tangy, dip is heightened with the addition of lemon juice and fresh dill.

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Course: Condiments

Cuisine: Greek

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings: servings

Author: Jennifer Stewart

Equipment

Ingredients

1/2 large cucumber peeled, grated
2 cups plain full-fat Greek yogurt
2 large garlic cloves finely minced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Chop the peeled cucumber very small or you can grate it on a box grater or in a food processor.
Strain the cucumber thought a mesh sieve or squeeze in a kitchen towel to remove excess water.
In a medium sized bowl, add the cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, and dill.
Stir to combine.
Fold in the yogurt until evenly mixed.
Mix in the minced garlic, olive oil, salt, vinegar, and lemon juice.
Chill for 10 minutes to thicken or keep chilled until ready to enjoy.

Notes

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