Tzatziki is a yogurt-based dip originally from Greece. Greek yogurt gives this fresh preparation a thick texture, and it can be used in a variety of ways: as a dip with bread, whole-wheat pita or raw veggies, as a spread for sandwiches or on crackers, as a sauce in burgers or on meat brochettes, etc. Also, since it’s so easy to make and it requires only a few ingredients, it’s the perfect solution for an impromptu visit.

Yields approximately 2 cups

Preparation time: 20 minutes + refrigeration (2 hours total)

Ingredients

  • 1 English cucumber, peeled, seeded, grated
  • 1 tsp. (5 ml) salt
  • 1 cup (250 ml) Oikos plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 2 tsp. (10 ml) lemon juice
  • 2 tsp. (10 ml) olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. (15 ml) chopped fresh mint
  • To taste salt and pepper

Preparation

  1. Place the grated cucumber in a strainer over a bowl or on a plate, to collect the liquid. Sprinkle with salt and refrigerate for about an hour.
  2. Rinse the cucumber under cold water to remove any excess salt. Press the cucumber into the bottom of the strainer with a spoon to remove as much water as possible.
  3. In a medium-size bowl, mix the Oikos Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, mint and the grated cucumber. Mix with a spoon. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
  4. Let sit in the fridge for an hour so that the flavours come together. Serve with toasted whole-wheat pita wedges or raw veggies.

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