Greek Yogurt Dip & Cucumber Sauce ( Tzatziki )
Looking to spice up a dish with a creamy , flavorful dip ? Our Greek yogurt sauce is the perfect recipe whether you want to top off a dish with Mediterranean flavors or make a stand-alone dipping sauce that everyone will love . This delicious dip features our Cabot Greek Yogurt and fresh cucumbers for a healthy topping that works great with grilled kabobs , lamb , falafels or Gyros . Or put the sauce in a bowl , slice up some fresh pita , and watch it fly off the plate . Once the crowd has cleared , be sure to let us know how you enjoyed the dish or to share any tips on how to put an original variation on this cucumber yogurt sauce . Also check out our Greek Yogurt Substitution Guide and all the great benefits you receive by eating Greek Yogurt .
INGREDIENTS
2 medium cloves garlic ¼ teaspoon salt , plus more to taste 1 medium cucumber 1 cup Cabot Lowfat Plain Greek Yogurt or Cabot Plain Greek Yogurt 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon flavorful extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
PEEL garlic and chop coarsely . Sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt and mash into puree with blade of knife held sideways . Scrape into medium bowl .
REMOVE ends from cucumber and peel . Cut in half lengthwise ; scrape out and discard seeds . Coarsely grate cucumber flesh or mince finely with knife .
WORKING over another bowl or sink , squeeze grated or chopped cucumber firmly to extract as much juice as possible ; discard juice and add squeezed flesh to bowl with garlic .
ADD yogurt , lemon juice , olive oil , dill and pepper , stirring together well .
COVER and refrigerate for at least 2 hours for flavors to blend . Add more salt if needed . Serve as dip with pita bread and fresh vegetables or as sauce for grilled lamb , chicken , beef or vegetables .
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