Tzatziki

ms_bold's Note:

I adopted this recipe. It is referenced in another adoptee, Pork Tenderloin Pita Sandwiches. I found it to be the perfect complement to the seasoned pork loin.

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 3 cups

• 2 medium cucumbers , peeled, sliced in half, seeded and finely chopped
• ½ white onion , diced
• 1 tomato , seeded and diced (optional)
• 2 cups plain yogurt (drained overnight in a coffee filter)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon dill
• salt and pepper
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 garlic clove , minced

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight container.

Reviews

[riffraff]

I left out the tomato because I think it makes the product too watery after a while. Love this on pitas.

[Dave C]

Great recipe. Only thing i changed was. I grated the Cucumbers and left overnight in cheescloth..

[** Poppy **]

Being Greek I know my TZATZIKI! :) This is one of the most authentic recipes I have tried! The only thing I did different was to add more garlic :))Thanks for the recipe Mean Chef!