Cuisine
Greek
Course
Sauces
Total time
45 min
Servings
2 cups
Calories
35 kcal
Cool, garlicky cucumber-yogurt sauce that belongs on everything from grilled meats to warm pita. The key is squeezing the cucumber dry so the sauce stays thick.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for serving
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the cucumber
Grate the cucumber and squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean towel or cheesecloth. - Combine
Stir together yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and dill. - Season and chill
Season with salt and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
