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Source: http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/683633/fresh-greek-tzatziki

Ingredients

  • 350g Greek yogurt (or plain full-fat yogurt)
  • 2 large cucumbers
  • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 garlic cloves, crushed
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • a handful of fresh mint leaves (optional)

Method

  1. For creamy Tzatziki with perfect consistency we need to avoid any excess water. The best result is achieved by peeling and de-seeding the cucumber. Then either grate of finely slice (with a vegetable peeler) and hang the cucumber in a cloth or a tea towel to squeeze out all excess liquid.
  2. Combine the yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice and garlic. Add a dash of olive oil and some salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  3. Sprinkle with the paprika powder.
  4. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours for the flavours to fully develop.
  5. (Optional: just before serving roughly chop a bunch of fresh mint leaves and sprinkle on top.)