Tzatziki Sauce (Yogurt and Cucumber Dip)
Description
Drain low-fat yogurt to make this yummy yummy tzatziki sauce (yogurt and cucumber dip) recipe. Top grilled chicken or eat as a dip for veggies and pita chips.
Ingredients
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1 (16 ounce) container low-fat plain yogurt
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1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and grated
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1 clove garlic, minced
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salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1
Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth; place over a medium bowl. Place yogurt in cheesecloth-lined colander; cover colander with plastic wrap. Drain yogurt in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
2
Meanwhile, place grated cucumber on a paper-towel-lined plate; drain 1 to 2 hours.
3
Combine yogurt, cucumber, parsley, mint, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate before serving, at least 2 hours.