Tzatziki

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Tzatziki

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Appetizers Greek
Sauces Mc

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 cups Strained yogurt
2 medium Cucumbers
4 large Garlic cloves (or more)
4 tablespoons Olive oil
A little vinegar
Salt

Grate the (peeled) cucumber or chop finely. Salt it, and squeeze out and
discard the liquid. Add to it the peeled (minced or grated) minced garlic,
the vinegar, yogurt and stir the mixture. Finally, add the oil. If you
want, sprinkle with paprika and garnish with olives.

Variation: You can add more garlic, if you want a spicier tzatziki, or you
may add to the mixture almonds or hazelnuts which have been blanched and
skinned.

One serving (130 grams), 75 calories
Source: Elliniki Mageiriki by Sofia Souli (loosely) translated by: Karen
Mintzias

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