Recipe Name Tzatzziki Submitted by embrandon
Recipe Description Traditional greek cucumber & yogurt dip.
Quantity 1 Quantity Unit servings
Prep Time (minutes) 180 Cook Time (minutes) 15 Ready In (minutes) 195
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Ingredients
Amount Measure Ingredient
1
cup (8 fl oz)Fat Free Plain Greek Yogurt
1/4
cucumber (8-1/4")English Cucumber
1
dashsalt
1
clovegarlic minced
1/8
teaspoonfreshly squeezed lemon juice
1
dashblack pepper
Steps
Sequence Step
1Place yogurt in coffee filter and leave in refrigerator to drain liquid for 2 to 3 hours.
2Meanwhile, peel cucumbers and slice paper thin. Place in a colander in the and toss with a generous amount of salt. Let sit for an hour. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels. Cut slices in thin julienne strips.
3Place thickened yogurt in bowl and beat with a whisk until creamy. Mash the garlic with a little salt in a mortar and pestle until you have a smooth puree. Stir into the yogurt.