Description
A simple and reliable cucumber-yogurt sauce that serves as a perfect condiment or dip, ideal for grilled meats or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1 medium cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or mint)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber using the coarse side of a grater.
- Squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the grated cucumber using your hands or a cheesecloth.
- Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh dill in a medium bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir until fully combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Serve cold, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and extra dill if desired.
Notes
Remove as much cucumber liquid as possible to keep the sauce thick. Use fresh lemon juice for brighter flavor. For a crunchier side, serve with crisp vegetables or toasted pita.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-4 tablespoons per person as a condiment
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg