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Tzatziki

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Creamy tzatziki made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and lemon. A fresh Let’s Veg sauce perfect for dips, wraps, and Mediterranean meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 59
Ingredients Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium cucumber grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess liquid using a clean towel or paper towel.
  2. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.
  3. Stir in dill if using.
  4. Season with salt to taste.
  5. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
  6. Chill for 15-30 minutes if time allows for best flavor.
  7. Serve cold.

Nutrition

Calories: 59kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 19mgPotassium: 146mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 43IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Thicker yogurt makes the best tzatziki
Add mint instead of dill for a variation
Keeps well refrigerated for up to 2 days

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