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Tzatziki Sauce II

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"This is a Greek yogurt sauce made with cucumbers and fresh mint. It's perfect for gyros, dipping raw vegetables, etc. Combine chopped onion with the mixture if desired. Low-fat or nonfat yogurt may be used."
Tzatziki Sauce II Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 94 times with an average star rating of 4.5
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PREP TIME  6 Hrs
READY IN  6 Hrs
Original recipe yield 3 cups

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 cups plain yogurt
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1 large cucumber - peeled, seeded and shredded

DIRECTIONS

  1. Use a cheese cloth to strain the yogurt over a bowl for 3 to 4 hours, until most of the water has drained.
  2. Press excess liquid out of the shredded cucumber. In a medium bowl, stir together the cucumber and strained yogurt. Mix in the garlic, salt, pepper and mint. Chill the mixture for 1 to 2 hours.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 9, 2007 by Jillian724 
This was excellent. I made some very small changes. First, I used reduced fat yogurt. In a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 2, 2004 by SANDY WITEK 
I have always thought I made a great gyros sauce, but after I made this recipe, I threw mine... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 14, 2004 by KRANEY 
Wonderful and very authentic (I have been to Greece, and frequent Greek restaurants where I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 24, 2004 by JULIATHEENA 
Excellent! I didn't have cheese cloth so strained with a paper coffee filter. Subbed 1/2 tsp... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 23, 2006 by Nicole 
I added half of a fresh squeezed lemon and a pinch of sugar. This is a wonderful recipe. Also... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 14, 2005 by Caroline C 
Very good. I made this to go with Moroccan Lamb Kabobs (also from this site.) I too strained... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 13, 2004 by ASHLEY_S 
I reduced the salt and pepper, and also drained the cucumber separately for 30 minutes. An... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 3, 2006 by Tracey Mitchell 
Good recipe, I thought it tasted a bit sour, but my husband who loves greek food said it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 3, 2005 by HAPPYCOOKER03 
This is pretty good. It tastes much like what I had in Greece - although I can't find Greek... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.55 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 1, 2005 by LOVESTURKEY 
I enjoyed this recipe, although I added some olive oil and lemon to give it a "zing"! I also... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Tzatziki Sauce II

Servings Per Recipe: 24

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 15

  • Total Fat: 0.3g
  • Cholesterol: 1mg
  • Sodium: 63mg
  • Total Carbs: 1.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.1g
  • Protein: 1.2g

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