Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki}

Today we have the Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki} that I used with the Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs. This is the same sauce that you would use with gyros. Oh what I wouldn’t do for a good gyro! Iowa is not exactly known for it’s foreign cuisine. We had a Greek restaurant here in town called “The Greek Place”, but it closed last year…..

How to make Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki}:

I just grated it with my box grater…..

and drained it in a strainer to remove all of the moisture…..

Place yogurt, garlic, cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil and chopped dill in a bowl. Mix to combine and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Sprinkle with additional dill to garnish and serve with pita bread

It was so simple to make. Because I used “real” Greek yogurt, it is also virtually lactose free…..so I can eat it! Here it is on pita bread with the Lamb and Vegetable Kabobs and a side of Tomato Pilaf…..

My new favorite way to use Tzatziki…Chicken Shawarma!

Enjoy!!

Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki}

Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {Tzatziki} an easy, creamy dip made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, and fresh dill!

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Course: Appetizer, Condiment

Cuisine: Greek

Keyword: greek, yogurt, recipe, dill, dip, condiment, cucumber

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 104kcal

Author: Lisa Johnson

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cucumber grated and drained
• 1 1/4 cups Greek yogurt I used Fage
• 2 large cloves fresh garlic pressed
• 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 Tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• pita bread to serve

Instructions

• Peel and then grate the cucumber. Squeeze to remove as much liquid as possible. I placed it in a strainer to allow even more liquid to drain.
• Place yogurt, garlic, cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and chopped dill in a bowl. Mix to combine and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
• Sprinkle with additional dill for garnish and serve with pita bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 314mg | Potassium: 110mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 4.7% | Calcium: 7.1%