Tzatziki Sauce -Yogurt and Cucumber Dip

Tzatziki sauce—yogurt and cucumber dip starts with drained yogurt and grated cucumbers that are mixed with minced garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 20 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
• 1 (16 ounce) container low-fat plain yogurt
• 1 cucumber - peeled, seeded, and grated

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth; place over a bowl. Place yogurt in cheesecloth-lined colander; cover with plastic wrap. Allow yogurt to drain 8 hours to overnight.

Step 2

Place grated cucumber in a fine-mesh strainer; allow to drain 1 to 2 hours.

Step 3

Combine yogurt, cucumber, dill, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; refrigerate for flavors to meld, at least 2 hours.