Ramadan Recipes: Tzatziki

Tzatziki is a dip or sauce made of salted yogurt mixed with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, herbs such as mint, and a squeeze of lemon juice. It is found in the cuisines of Southeast Europe and the Middle East.
Ingredients
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- 10 Minutes
- 5 Serving
- 79 Calories
- 2 cups plain yogurt
- 2 cucumbers
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh or dried mint
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Tzatziki
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Method & Directions
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- 0 Minutes
- Prepare the cucumbers
تم نسخ الرابطChop the cucumbers into small pieces or grate them if you want to, then drain them to remove excess liquid.
- Mix the sauce
تم نسخ الرابطIn a large bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, mint, salt, black pepper, and olive oil, then add the drained cucumber and toss well.
- Serve
تم نسخ الرابطYou can serve the dip immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Drizzle a little olive oil on top and serve it with pita or chips.