Fresh Tzatziki Cucumber Dill Sauce/Salad
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  • Number of Servings: 12
Ingredients
1 cup Fat Free Plain or Non-Fat Greek Yogurt 6 cups Pickling Cucumber or Persian Cucumber, sliced thin1/2 cup Red Onion, sliced very thin2 cloves minced Garlic1/8 cup fresh Dill weedJuice of 1/4 lemonSalt and Pepper
Directions
Drain excess liquid from yogurt using either cheesecloth or coffee filter placed into colander. Place in refrigarator for minimun of 30 mintues, longer draining time will yield thicker sauce. If you use Greek Yogurt you do not need to drain it!

While yogurt is draining, slice cucumbers and onions into thinnest slices you can.

After yogurt has drained place in mixing bowl. Add dill, garlic, lemon juice, salt/pepper and mix well.

Pour yogurt mixture over cucumber/onion mixture. Chill for 1-4 hours before serving.
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 21.0
  • Total Fat: 0.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.4 mg
  • Sodium: 211.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 3.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 1.5 g

Member Reviews
  • OUTOFIDEAS
     I shred everything in the food processor for a smooth creamy sauce...use on chicken, lamb, salmon, and as dressing for sandwiches and salads...I love this stuff. - 2/24/09
  • NJHOLTZ
     This was really good. I chopped up the cucumber and onion instead of slicing. It seemed to work better for me, but the taste was excellent. Only thing I'd do different next time......is make more ! - 8/29/07
  • CD750530
     I know I will love this; I've made variations in the past but will try this next. You can buy Greek yogurt cheese (I get it at Trader Joe's), which is much thicker than regular yogurt. I usually use a Kirby (also know as "English" or "Hot House" cucumber; they have tiny seeds and less water. - 2/24/09
  • NANCY-
     This is great on salmon or to replace mayo on a turkey sandwich.
    In a pinch I use garlic and onion powder and dice an english cucumber. - 2/24/09
  • SUGARPUNK52
     I left out the onion but it was still GREAT!@ - 5/20/09
  • MOONLITCHELLE
     This is a main go-to recipe for me now! I absolutely LOVED it. It's wonderful on fish, baked potatoes, as a dip.. a million things! Thank you SO much! Absolutely a favorite! - 3/18/09
  • ROSE1953
     I use 2 seeded cukes, diced really fine and then left sitting on paper towel to absorb some of the liquid. I also dice the onion really fine and crush the garlic. I always have to make a double or triple recipe - 2/28/09
  • ANGEL4NOW
     Made this just to try. Thought it would be great on sandwiches. It is. Can't wait for summer when the cucumbers are fresh. - 2/24/09
  • CARRIEBEAR67
     I love this stuff and can't get enough! it is also good as a veggie dip! - 2/24/09
  • SOPHIEBBW
     If you are experiencing a bitterness, sometimes the seeds of the cucmber are the culprit. I always remove them with a spoon then slice. Happy eating! - 2/24/09
  • BESTMEPOSSIBLE
     I made this for our Easter brunch. It got a bit watery because of the water in the cucumber. Next time I would make the sauce ahead, adding the onions so the flavors blend. I would cut the cucumber ahead and let it drain overnight in a bowl - then combine. I think it would stay thicker. YUMMY! - 4/4/10
  • LUCYSTARR2006
     I ate this with chicken breast. It was absolutely delicious. I used Greek yogurt good protein source. - 9/10/09
  • KFCOOKE
     Fantastic! Made it as read. I like the idea of blending it until it's smooth; will try that next time. - 5/14/09
  • PUMPITUPP
     this stuff is sooo good with salmon or pita bread!! - 2/27/09
  • MOMMYSALAMI
     This is really great with grilled chicken on a pita! - 2/26/09
  • AMELITA2
     to this sauce, you need the gyro according to Greeks which is this: if you don't have lamb, use pastrami , arab bread. Fold the arab bread put some pastrami, and the tzatziki sauce add some cramble feta cheese and voila. - 2/24/09
  • NITAINMN
     Sounds like the traditional Greek Tzatziki. Thank you for the recipe. It would be fantastic on tofu too! I would definitely cut on the sodium though. - 2/24/09
  • 8MOREB4
     there are so many uses for this tangy concoction and you can put many different herbs in it to make it a for whole different recipe. - 2/24/09
  • SPOTMOORE
     Wonderful and healthy dip for vegetables. - 2/24/09
  • LAURABELIEVES
     I tried it. Realy thought I would like it, but somehow it tasted bitter. Sorry. - 1/17/09

    Reply from MISSJCISRUNNING (1/17/09)
    Sorry you found it bitter...did you peel the cucumbers??? I usually don't but some people like it better with the cucumbers peeled!!! Hope you give it another try!!!

  • CRZYLLAMA71
     Shreded is the easiest to drain off excess water from the cucumbers. Quite enjoyable - 7/25/08
  • ALEPEQUIJADA
     Great! - 11/18/20
  • KITTYHAWK1949
     so very good - 9/26/20
  • NELLJONES
     I have been making something like this for many years, very refreshing! - 6/24/20
  • CHERYLHURT
     My husband likes this! - 5/31/20



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