Authentic Greek Tzatziki
This is a lovely, cool, refreshing Greek tzatziki dip that I first tasted and fell in love with in the Greek Islands. It is lovely with hot toasted pita bread and veggies or lamb kebabs! The key is strain the liquid from the cucumber very well so the dip stays creamy and not watery and to always use thick, full-fat Greek yogurt. Low-fat versions won't cut it. Enjoy!
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Recipe Summary
Ingredients
6
Original recipe yields 6 servings
Directions
Cook's Notes:
For best results, chill in the refrigerator for a few hours if possible so flavors can blend.
You can also add a tablespoon of chopped fresh mint, especially if you are having lamb, but I prefer to keep it simple and authentic and usually leave the mint out.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving:
197 calories; protein 5.3g; carbohydrates 5.6g; fat 17.4g; cholesterol 18.8mg; sodium 81.2mg.
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