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Tzatziki (Greek Cucumber Yogurt Dip)

Recipe by FutureCanoe

A refreshing Greek tzatziki made by salting cucumbers to draw out excess water, then mixing them with garlic, Greek yogurt, fresh mint, parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil. Perfect as an appetizer, dip, or sauce for grilled meats.

EasyGreekServes 4

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Source Video
52m
Prep
1m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 3m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$3.57
Total cost
$0.89
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Salting cucumbers to draw out water
  • Squeezing excess moisture from cucumbers
  • Adjusting seasoning before final mix

Safety Warnings

  • Use a stable cutting board to prevent the knife from slipping.
  • Wash hands after handling raw garlic to avoid eye irritation.

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