Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 g) Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by grating the cucumber and squeezing out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh dill.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then mix until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve chilled with pita bread, vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled meats.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper.
- This dip pairs well with grilled meats and can also be used as a salad dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
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