Classic Tzatziki

A traditional Greek dip and gyro condiment, tzatziki also makes a tasty topping for sandwiches and even hamburgers. Serve with pita wedges or crudités.

Yield: 14 servings (serving size: 2 tablespoons)

Ingredients

• 1  cup  grated seeded peeled cucumber
• 1/8  teaspoon  salt
• 1  cup  plain fat-free yogurt
• 1  tablespoon  chopped fresh mint
• 2  teaspoons  chopped fresh dill
• 2  teaspoons  fresh lemon juice
• 1/4  teaspoon  salt
• 2  garlic cloves, minced

Preparation

Place cucumber on several layers of paper towels; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt. Let stand 30 minutes.

Combine cucumber, yogurt, and remaining ingredients, stirring until well blended. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

9 (0.0% from fat)

Fat:

0.0g (sat 0.0g,mono 0.0g,poly 0.0g)

Protein:

0.8g

Carbohydrate:

1.8g

Fiber:

0.1g

Cholesterol:

0.0mg

Iron:

0.0mg

Sodium:

72mg

Calcium:

24mg