Greek Tzatziki with Fresh Pita Bread

Name: Greek Tzatziki with Fresh Pita Bread
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 350 g English cucumber; 500 g Full-fat Greek yogurt; 3 cloves Garlic; 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp White wine vinegar; 2 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped; 1 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper; 4 pieces Pita bread

Difficulty

easy

Time

25m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Low

Tzatziki is an iconic Greek dip made from refreshing cucumber, creamy Greek yogurt, garlic, and herbs. It's the perfect accompaniment to any Mediterranean meal, or simply irresistible on its own with fresh pita bread. Prepare this simple yet delicious recipe and bring the flavors of Greece to your table!

ingredients

4 Servings

350 g English cucumber500 g Full-fat Greek yogurt3 cloves Garlic2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil1 tbsp White wine vinegar2 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped1 tsp Salt0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper4 pieces Pita bread

Steps

Prepare Cucumber

Wash the cucumber, grate it coarsely, then sprinkle with a teaspoon of salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then thoroughly squeeze out any excess water. This is crucial to prevent the tzatziki from becoming watery.

Garlic and Dill

Peel the garlic and crush it or grate it very finely. Chop the fresh dill.

Combine Ingredients

In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt with the squeezed cucumber, crushed garlic, olive oil, white wine vinegar, and chopped dill. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Chill and Serve

Place the tzatziki in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and to chill thoroughly. Just before serving, warm the pita breads in a pan, oven, or toaster for 2-3 minutes until lightly toasted and soft. Serve the cold tzatziki with the warm pita bread.

Extra Tips

► For the best flavor, let the tzatziki chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

► If you don't have fresh dill, you can use dried, but halve the amount.

► Experiment with the amount of garlic to your taste; add more if you prefer a stronger flavor.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 150g
Calories	95 kcal	143 kcal
Protein	6g	9g
Fat	6g	9g
Carbohydrate	4g	6g
Fiber	1g	1.5g
Sugar	3g	4.5g