TZATAZIKI SAUCE

Serving Size  : 0     Preparation Time :0:10

Categories    : Condiments                      Vegetables

 

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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  1                cup  plain Greek yogurt

  1              clove  garlic -- finely chopped

     1/2         whole  lemon -- juiced

  2          teaspoons  mint leaves -- finely chopped

     1/4           cup  cucumber -- seeded and minced

                        salt -- to taste

 

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and blend well.

 

Refrigerate 1-2 hours, or longer, to allow flavors to meld.

 

Description:

  "A yogurt based cucumber sauce that is good on gyros and various other sandwiches and salads."

Yield:

  "1 cup"

Start to Finish Time:

  "1:10"

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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 15 Calories; trace Fat (4.7% calories from fat); 1g Protein; 5g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 3mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit.

 

Serving Ideas : Use as a sandwich spread or thin out slightly with milk and use as a salad dressing.