Tzatziki (Greek Yogurt and Cucumber Sauce) Recipe

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Tzatziki (Greek Yogurt and Cucumber Sauce)
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Directions:

  1. Peel cucumbers, then cut in half lengthwise and take a small spoon and scrape out seeds.
  2. Discard seeds. (If you use the small seedless or European cucumbers with few seeds, you can skip this step.) Slice cucumbers, then put in a colander, sprinkle on 1
  3. T salt, and let stand for 30 minutes to draw out water. Drain well and wipe dry with paper towel.
  4. In food processor add cucumbers, garlic, lemon juice, dill, and a few grinds of black pepper. Process until well blended. Slowly stir this mixture
  5. Into the yogurt to level of cucumber taste desired. Taste before adding any extra salt.
  6. Place in refrigerator for at least two hours before serving so flavors can blend. (This resting
  7. Time is very important.)
  8. This will keep for a few days or more in the refrigerator, but you will need to drain off any water and stir each time you use it.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 481.8 Kcal (2017 kJ)
Calories from fat 0.32 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.04g 0%
Cholesterol 35.49mg 12%
Sodium 1855.95mg 77%
Potassium 1610.8mg 34%
Total Carbs 40.66g 14%
Sugars 26.72g 107%
Dietary Fiber 4.09g 16%
Protein 75.2g 150%
Vitamin C 31.3mg 52%
Iron 0.1mg 1%
Calcium 846.4mg 85%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 41.36 Kcal (173 kJ)
Calories from fat 0.03 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 3.05mg 12%
Sodium 159.34mg 77%
Potassium 138.29mg 34%
Total Carbs 3.49g 14%
Sugars 2.29g 107%
Dietary Fiber 0.35g 16%
Protein 6.46g 150%
Vitamin C 2.7mg 52%
Calcium 72.7mg 85%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.8
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • fat free,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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