The essential summer spread.
Tzatziki
Chef Georgie Johnson
8, or 4 cups tzatziki
20 minutes
5 minutes
Mediterranean
Sauces
In terms of Greek yogurt, 2% or 5% refers to its fat content. 5% yogurt is considered "full fat", like whole milk. 2% yogurt is less so, but plenty rich and satisfying. Steer clear of 0% Greek yogurt for this recipe, as its lack of fat makes it astringent.
Ingredients
2 cups Greek yogurt (2% or 5%)
1 5-6” Persian cucumber
4-6 sprigs fresh dill
2-3 tbsp white vinegar or fresh lemon juice (see Directions)
Salt, to taste
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Directions
Finely dice the dill and grate the cucumber, setting the latter into a strainer over a bowl. Let strain for 10-15 minutes.
After it strains, mix the dill, cucumber, yogurt, and salt in a large bowl. Add vinegar 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing and tasting as you go. It should pop initially, then go mellow. Add salt if needed.
Serve with flatbread, meatballs, olives, or anything.