Avocado Tzatziki

A colorful California version of this classic Greek sauce. Use on your favorite pita sandwich, gyro, falafel or as a fresh veggie dip. Also try it as a condiment for spicy Indian food and curries. Make it using yogurt in place of sour cream, or even without the sour cream for a great vegan alternative!

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 78 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
• 1 large avocado, peeled and pitted
• 1 lemons, juiced
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 0.5 cup chopped seeded cucumber

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the avocado, garlic, lemon juice, sour cream and cucumber. Mash with a fork until smooth. If your avocado is not quite ripe enough, you may wish to use a food processor. Season with red pepper flakes, cilantro, mint, salt and pepper, and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.