How to make Authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce Easy and Fast

Greek yogurt

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: regular yogurt

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories without losing creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats while being more affordable.

fresh dill

🥗Healthier: fresh parsley

💰Cheaper: dried dill

Fresh parsley provides flavor while being easier to find.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a tangy flavor with health benefits.

Chop the English cucumber into small pieces.

Peel the cucumber before chopping.

Place the chopped cucumber into a cheesecloth.

Squeeze out any excess liquid from the cucumber using the cheesecloth.

Scoop the squeezed cucumber into a bowl with the Greek yogurt.

Add a tablespoon of garlic to the yogurt and cucumber mixture.

Add a good amount of salt to taste.

Incorporate chopped dill into the mixture.

Drizzle a little olive oil into the mixture.

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

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