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 Recipe: Tzatziki - Cucumber Dip/Sauce
A quick, simple, and very refreshing dip or sandwich topping.
| Yield |
2 cups |
| Time |
20 minutes |
| Tools |
- knife
- spoon
- bowl
- wooden spoon
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| Ingredients |
- 1 large cucumber
- ½ t salt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 t fresh mint, diced
- 2 t fresh dill, diced
- 1¾ c plain yogurt
- 2 t lemon juice
- 1 T olive oil
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| Directions |
Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and scrape out the seeds with a spoon. Dice the cucumber, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes, then drain. Add the garlic, mint, dill, and yogurt. Mix well, then stir in the remaining ingredients.
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| Notes |
This sauce/dip is traditionally served with gyros, but can be served alongside other dips with a selection of vegetables, breads, and/or crackers. It's also very nice when served alongside very spicy dishes - a way to refresh your palate before you go back for more. |
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