by Adobestock/cook_inspire
2-1/2 Cups
SERVINGS
This homemade tzatziki sauce is traditionally paired with Mediterranean pita sandwiches filled with gyro meat or falafel. It’s also delicious as a dip for toasted bread or raw vegetables. Try it on grilled lamb burgers, too.
Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp fresh mint
- 2 tsp fresh dill
- Juice from half a lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Place the cucumber in a strainer set over a bowl to catch dripping water. Sprinkle salt over the cucumber and let drain for half an hour.
- Finely chop the garlic and herbs or crush them in a mortar and pestle.
- Stir the herb mixture, cucumbers, and lemon juice into the yogurt.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve chilled.
