Tzatziki Yogurt, Garlic And Cucumber Salad
Serves: 5
Kirstin Bosco
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
48
Spice
54
Sweetness
46
Sourness
38
mins
Prep time (avg)
4.9
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1
Salt2 cups
Plain Yogurt2 tbsps
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil2 tbsps
Lemon Juice (fresh)5 large
Garlic (cloves, finely minced)Directions:
1
Place the diced cucumber in a colander and sprinkle with the salt, tossing to mix well
2
Set the colander in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and allow to drain for 3 to 6 hours
3
Line a sieve with cheesecloth and place the plain yogurt on top of the cheesecloth
4
Place the sieve over a bowl and allow to drain for 3 to 6 hours
5
Pat the drained cucumber dry and transfer to a large bowl
6
Add the yogurt and stir to combine
7
Add the olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, garlic and mint, mixing gently until thoroughly blended
8
Season to taste with additional lemon juice, salt and freshly ground pepper