Description
A refreshing and creamy cucumber yogurt dip perfect for summer parties and as a cooling appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, peeled and grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and grate the cucumber, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean cloth or paper towel.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- Stir in the chopped dill and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix all ingredients until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve as a dip with pita bread, vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled meats.
Notes
- For a thicker dip, use full-fat Greek yogurt.
- Adjust garlic and dill to taste for a more personalized flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg