Persian by heritage. British by upbringing. Hungry everywhere in between.

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Greek Tzatziki

A garlicky, refreshing appetizer that can please a crowd

My homemade version

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Greek Tzatziki

Ingredients

350-400 g Greek Yoghurt
2 cloves Garlicminced
2 Cucumbers (small)grated
1 tbps Mint or Dill (fresh ideally)chopped fine
1 tsp Olive oil
Salt & Pepper

Method

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Grate the cucumbers into a small bow and then squeeze them (or press between a cloth), to ensure as much liquid is removed

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In a medium size bowl add the Greek Yoghurt, minced garlic, grated cucumbers and mix together

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Add the finely chopped herbs, dill or mint (if you don't have fresh, dried will do)

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Add salt and pepper to taste, mix well

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Finish with a glug of olive oil

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Serve on it's own, with crisps (chips to the Americans!), sliced pitta breads or crudites

Notes

I was lucky enough to enjoy a fun foodie walking tour of Athens with local guide, Julia. On the tour she also taught us a few traditional Greek recipes. This  garlicky, refreshing appetizer is one that I learn in the streets of Athens and haven’t stopped making since! 

 

Sign up to Julia’s food walking tour of Athens here.

Recipe from https://hungryfifi.com/recipes/greek-tzatziki/

Fifi

Fifi

Persian by heritage, British by upbringing. Currently writing The Bahrain Almanac, out end of 2026.

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