How to Make Tzatziki, Greek Yogurt Dip Recipe by Diane Kochilas

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.

Grate the cucumber and place it in a cheesecloth-lined colander.

Let the cucumber sit for about a half hour to drain excess water.

Wring out the cucumber to remove as much liquid as possible.

Chop up a couple of cornichons and add them to the Greek yogurt.

Add the drained cucumber to the yogurt and break it apart for easier mixing.

Add 3 cloves of chopped garlic, a tiny bit of salt, a little black pepper, and chopped dill to the mixture.

Add extra virgin Greek olive oil for a velvety texture and red wine vinegar for extra tang.

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

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