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Tzatziki Sauce II

Name: Tzatziki Sauce II
Prep time: 360 min
Total time: 360 min
Ingredients: 2 cups plain yogurt; 2 cloves crushed garlic; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper; 0.25 cup chopped fresh mint leaves; 1 large cucumber - peeled, seeded and shredded

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This is a Greek yogurt sauce made with cucumbers and fresh mint. It's perfect for gyros, dipping raw vegetables, etc. Combine chopped onion with the mixture if desired. Low-fat or nonfat yogurt may be used.

Recipe by 0316BJD

Updated on July 14, 2022

16

Prep Time:

6 hrs

Total Time:

6 hrs

Servings:

24

Yield:

3 cups

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Ingredients

2 cups plain yogurt
2 cloves crushed garlic
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1 large cucumber - peeled, seeded and shredded

Directions

Use a cheese cloth to strain the yogurt over a bowl for 3 to 4 hours, until most of the water has drained.
Press excess liquid out of the shredded cucumber. In a medium bowl, stir together the cucumber and strained yogurt. Mix in the garlic, salt, pepper and mint. Chill the mixture for 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

15	Calories
0g	Fat
2g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 15
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	1%
Cholesterol 1mg	0%
Sodium 63mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 1g
Vitamin C 1mg	4%
Calcium 40mg	3%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 67mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.