This authentic and refreshing Greek dressing is easier than you'd think and full of flavor. Don't go and spend a bundle at a Mediterranean Restaurant, it won't break the bank to make it at home.
Greek yogurt is all over the place lately. It's thick and creamy and very similar to sour cream. Since most is made with lowfat milk and very good for your immune system, it's a great alternative for breakfast and cooking. You can make it from regular yogurt by draining it over cheese cloth to thicken it.
A few tips when making sauce and dips; 1. onions and garlic will have more flavor if you chop them and let them sit for a few minutes before your toss them in. Letting them oxidize brings out the flavor. This even works with dried onion and garlic. Add some water to rehydrate them before you add them. 2. Cold dips are much better if you let them sit in the fridge for an hour or better yet, overnight. So convenient to make them the night before.
1 peeled and seeded cucumber
2 small cloves garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil (I use grape seed oil because it's cheaper)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
dash salt
dash pepper
heavy dash dill
Chop and combine in your blender. Blend until smooth.
Chill and use for dipping or on top of salads, fish, grilled veggies, sandwiches, red meat, etc.
OR...grab a pita and start nomming NOW!
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