Tzatzíki This fresh and flavorful sauce is the perfect accompaniment for broiled meats, chicken, and ground meat dishes. This will add zip to any meal
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INGREDIENTS:
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2 cups plain yogurt, drained
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2 standard cucumbers or 1 English cucumber
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4 cloves garlic, pressed
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon wine vinegar or lemon juice
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1 teaspoon dill weed
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Salt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
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Optional: Place a piece of cheesecloth in a colander and pour in the yogurt. Allow the yogurt to drain for at least 2 hours.
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Peel cucumbers (do not peel English cucumber); remove seeds with a spoon; grate the cucumbers.
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Strain and squeeze dry cucumbers tightly using a cloth.
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Mix all the ingredients.
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Refrigerate for at least 1/2 hour.
Serve
with warmed pita bread pieces, gyros, and raw vegetables.
