Tzatziki Yogurt, Garlic And Cucumber Salad

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Tzatziki Yogurt, Garlic And Cucumber Salad

Recipe By : Cooking Live Show #CL8872
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cooking Live Import

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 large english cucumber or 2 small cucumber -- peeled, seeded
and
-- finely
diced
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups plain yogurt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 large clov garlic -- finely minced ,
-- (up to 5)
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves -- coarsely chopped
-- or 2 tablespoons
-- dried mint
salt and freshly ground pepper

Place the diced cucumber in a colander and sprinkle with the salt, tossing to m
ix well. Set the colander in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and allow to drain
for 3 to 6 hours. Line a sieve with

cheesecloth and place the plain yogurt on top of the cheesecloth. Place the sie
ve over a bowl and allow to drain for 3 to 6 hours.

Pat the drained cucumber dry and transfer to a large bowl. Add the yogurt and s
tir to combine. Add the olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, garlic and mint, m
ixing gently until thoroughly blended. Season to taste with additional lemon ju
ice, salt and freshly ground pepper.

Yield: about 3 cups




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