homemade tzatziki sauce recipe/How healthy is tzatziki sauce
Recipe for Tzatziki Sauce:
Ingredients:
1. 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2. 1/2 English cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
3. 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
4. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
5. 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
6. 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
7. Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out the excess liquid using a cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and chopped dill.
3. Add the Greek yogurt to the bowl and stir well to combine.
4. Season the tzatziki sauce with salt and pepper to taste, and adjust the seasoning as needed.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the tzatziki sauce for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve the tzatziki sauce chilled, with pita bread, veggies, or as a condiment for grilled meats.
Enjoy your delicious homemade tzatziki sauce