Turkish garlic sauce by cheffin with Shazia

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats with a mild flavor.

fresh dill

🥗Healthier: dried dill

💰Cheaper: parsley

Dried dill is more accessible and retains flavor.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: vinegar

💰Cheaper: lime juice

Vinegar provides acidity at a lower cost.

Combine yogurt and minced garlic in a bowl.

Add salt and mix well until combined.

Drizzle in olive oil and stir to incorporate.

Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and mix thoroughly.

Finely chop fresh dill and fold it into the mixture.

Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture before adding.

Season with black pepper to taste and mix again.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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