Tzatziki Sauce

by sue-l

Prep time: 0:20 Overall time: 1:20

Servings: 3 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 English cucumber
2 tsp. garlic paste
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 cups thick Greek style yogurt
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tbsp. minced fresh mint or dill weed
2 tablespoons olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS

Grate cucumber and sprinkle with a little salt. Let cucumber sit in a sieve for about 30 minutes, then squeeze dry. Mix with remaining ingredients and chill before serving.

CHEF COMMENTS

Make sure you use the thick Greek yogurt in this. If you have another type, give it time to drain through cheesecloth in a sieve to thicken up.

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