Tzatziki (albanian Yogurt And Cucumber Dip)

Tzatziki is a traditional Arbëreshë cuisine dip made with yogurt, cucumber, and garlic. It is a refreshing and flavorful addition to any meal or as a dip for pita bread or vegetables.

Tzatziki (albanian Yogurt And Cucumber Dip)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, and chopped dill.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
50 per serving
Protein
3g
Fat
4g
Carbohydrates
2g

Supplies

Bowl Grater Knife Cutting board

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve tzatziki with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a topping for grilled meats.

Tips & tricks

For a thicker tzatziki, you can strain the yogurt using cheesecloth to remove excess liquid from the yogurt before mixing with the other ingredients.

Cost

$5