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Tzatziki

Greek · Mediterranean Top Pick NO_COOK
8/10

Thick yogurt sauce with grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and dill, served as a dip or condiment.

Vegetarian Small Plate & Appetizer Home Cook Friendly V Vegetarian N Nut-Free E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

Salting and squeezing the cucumber removes water that would thin the yogurt. Resting in the fridge lets the garlic mellow and the flavors meld.

Key Ingredients

Greek yogurt cucumber garlic olive oil dill lemon juice salt

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