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.
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
- In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, and chopped dill.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 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