Herbed Cucumber Yogurt (Tzatziki)

A cool, creamy cucumber-yogurt dip brightened with garden dill and mint. Perfect with pita, grilled meats, or fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel.
  2. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, and mint.
  3. Stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
  4. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop. Stir before serving.