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title: "Tzatziki"
tags: ['basic', 'snack', 'spread', 'traditional']
date: 2022-04-16
---

![Tzatziki](/pix/tzatziki.webp)

A traditional greek dip that goes well with crackers, celery and carrots or in a greek gyro. Great for parties and sharing with your family friends. Can be eaten immediately after preparation or after a few hours of being in the fridge for enhanced flavor.

- ⏲️ Prep time: 2 min
- 🍳 Cook time: 6 min
- 🍽️ Servings: 3

## Ingredients

- Greek yogurt, 2 cups
- Cucumber, 3 inches
- Dill
- Garlic, 1 clove/teaspoon
- Olive oil, 1 teaspoon
- Lemon/lime or vinegar
- Salt and pepper

## Directions

1. Finely grate the cucumber and chop the dill
2. Strain the cucumber thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel
3. Mash the garlic and the olive oil in a mortar and pestle
4. Add all three to the Greek yogurt
5. Squeeze in some lemon/lime or vinegar
6. Add a generous pinch of salt and small pinch of pepper
7. Optionally add some extra olive oil
8. Stir and enjoy with your favorite snack