This creamy Tzaziki sauce is originally from Greece and it incorporates calcium rich yogurt with cucumbers and dill for the perfect sauce.

INGREDIENTS

1 large cucumber, seeded and grated
1 ½ cups full-fat yogurt
1 tb lemon juice, fresh
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tb fresh dill

DIRECTIONS

  1. Place grated cucumber in cheese cloth and squeeze until all water is removed.
  2. Add yogurt, lemon juice, dill and garlic to a small bowl and mix completely.
  3. Add grated cucumber and toss gently.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 3 to 4 hours before serving.
  5. Overnight refrigeration is ideal.
  6. Serve with Melba toast or whole wheat cocktail bread, toasted.

***Adding a bit of water can thin the mixture for use as a sauce over grilled chicken or fish.******

Nutritional Benefits: Calcium

Category: Sauce, Appetizer, Hors D’Oeuvres

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