Kittencal's Tzatziki (Greek Cucumber and Yogurt Salad)
- Reviews 20
Ready In: 2 hrs
Yields: 5 cups
Ingredients
- 3 cups Greek yogurt (yiaourti sakoulas)
- 2 lbs cucumbers (about 3 medium, peeled and chopped finely)
- 3 teaspoons minced fresh garlic (if you like a strong garlic taste add in more!)
- 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
- 1⁄4 cup chopped of fresh mint
- fresh ground black pepper (to taste)
Directions
- Put the finely chopped cucumbers in a sieve and press out as much excess liquid as possible.
- In a large bowl mix the minced garlic with the salt into a paste.
- Add in the Greek yogurt (or strained yogurt) with garlic/salt paste, add to the drained cucumbers, mint, olive oil, more salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and chill for a minimum of 2 hours before serving (you won't be able to keep you spoon out of the bowl lol!).
Did you Make This?
Tell us how it came out or how you tweaked it, add your photos, or get help.
Show Off