Description
A refreshing and creamy cucumber yogurt dip made with Greek yogurt, fresh cucumber, garlic, and dill. This versatile dip is perfect as a snack with pita bread or vegetables, or as a flavorful sauce for grilled meats.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 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
- Prepare the cucumber: Peel and grate the cucumber, then use a clean cloth or paper towel to squeeze out the excess moisture to prevent the dip from becoming watery.
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- Add herbs and seasoning: Stir in the chopped fresh dill, then season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Mix thoroughly: Mix all the ingredients together until the dip is well combined and smooth.
- Chill: Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and enhance.
- Serve: Serve the creamy cucumber yogurt dip chilled, accompanied with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a delicious sauce for grilled meats.
Notes
- For a thicker dip, ensure you squeeze out as much water as possible from the grated cucumber.
- You can substitute fresh dill with mint for a different flavor variation.
- This dip keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust garlic quantity based on your preference for pungency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: cucumber yogurt dip, creamy dip, Greek yogurt recipe, healthy dip, Mediterranean appetizer, cucumber dip
