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Tzatziki

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Tzatziki
Tzatziki
It is a creamy and refreshing sauce typical of Greek cuisine, made with yogurt, cucumber, and garlic. It is ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or sauce for meat dishes and pita. Its fresh and aromatic taste makes it perfect for summer. Easy and quick to prepare, it delights with just a few genuine ingredients
Yield: 8 servings
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Preparation time: 15 min
Waiting time: 1 h
Difficulty:
Cost:
Tools: Bowl
Weight per serving: 100 g
Energy: 110 Kcal
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Fats: 10 g
Proteins: 4 g
Rugby: 10 min
Allergens: Milk
Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-free
Pairing: Albana di Romagna
Occasion: Seaside lunch

Ingredients

Portions for 8 servings
8
500 g
200 g
2 cloves
2 spoons
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Dill (optional)
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Directions

It takes 5 steps in 1 h 15 min
1 Tzatziki
Grate the cucumber with a coarse grater
2 Tzatziki
Squeeze the grated cucumber well in a cloth or by hand to remove as much water as possible
3 Tzatziki
Place in a large bowl the Greek yogurt, the squeezed cucumber, the finely chopped garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, chopped dill, and chives
4 Tzatziki
Mix well until you get a smooth cream
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Cover and let rest in the fridge for at least 1 hour, preferably 2, to blend the flavors

Cost

Tzatziki is an affordable and accessible preparation. The main ingredients are easy to find and inexpensive. With a cost of about five euros, you can obtain a generous amount of sauce, enough to accompany a meal for several people

Health

From a nutritional point of view, tzatziki is a healthy and light food. Greek yogurt provides protein and beneficial probiotics for the gut, while cucumber offers water, fiber, and minerals with very few calories. The garlic and extra virgin olive oil add antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, making this sauce not only tasty but also beneficial if consumed in moderation
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