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Classic Tzatziki

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Classic Tzatziki
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Worthy of a Special Occasion

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
Joanne Weir, Cooking Light, SEPTEMBER 2005

Member Ratings and Reviews

5 stars
Heidelind
Next time I'd use greek yogurt. The taste was good but the texture very thin, very, very thin.10/18/09

5 stars
Joanna
So, so delicious. Super with pita chips, or serve with kabobs. Great with grilled veggies or classic crudites. Not your usual dip, and a welcome change.12/16/08