{"id":"recipe_df25d4ce4e","slug":"tzatziki","title":"Tzatziki","description":"A cool, creamy, and refreshing traditional Greek dip made with thick yogurt, crisp cucumbers, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfect as a snack with pita or a sauce for grilled meats.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g Greek yogurt","name":"Greek Yogurt","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"thick","notes":"full-fat preferred","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 large cucumber","name":"Cucumber","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"grated","notes":"approx 300g","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"3 garlic cloves, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":3,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"extra virgin","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tbsp lemon juice","name":"Lemon Juice","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"can substitute with red wine vinegar","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped","name":"Dill","quantity":8,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"chopped","notes":"fresh only","group":"herbs","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/2 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":3,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Grate the cucumber using a coarse grater.","group":"Preparation","title":"Grate the cucumber","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or fine-mesh sieve and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.","group":"Preparation","title":"Place the grated cucumber","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, squeezed cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, chopped dill, and salt.","group":"Mixing","title":"Combine the Greek yogurt, squeezed cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Mix well until fully incorporated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.","group":"Finalizing","title":"Mix well until fully incorporated","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Finalizing"}],"notes":"For the best results, use full-fat Greek yogurt and ensure the cucumber is squeezed as dry as possible to prevent the dip from becoming watery.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["appetizer","sauce"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["grater","kitchen towel or sieve","mixing bowl"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","low_carb","mediterranean"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"cup","note":"Approximately 500-600ml"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance; the garlic flavor will intensify over time."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Stir before serving as some liquid may naturally separate.","reheatingNotes":""}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_df25d4ce4e%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=2b2304f1-7552-4a7e-98d8-3155df316fdf","imageAlt":"Tzatziki — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["tzatziki","greek","dip","healthy","refreshing","low carb","vegetarian","yogurt"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Tzatziki","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T01:50:23.011Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T01:50:23.011Z","related":[{"id":"ac_l_ezme_d064be0373","slug":"acili-ezme","title":"Acılı Ezme","description":"A classic Turkish spicy vegetable salad and condiment featuring finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, and onions, balanced with the tang of pomegranate molasses and aromatic herbs.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fac_l_ezme_d064be0373%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac6fc624-4435-4cfa-9991-d45441036707","imageAlt":"Acılı Ezme — recipe cover","tags":["spicy","dip","vegetable","healthy","turkish","mezze"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2f05621352","slug":"bouyiourdi-greek-baked-feta","title":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta)","description":"A traditional Greek meze featuring salty feta cheese baked until melted with juicy tomatoes, spicy peppers, and fragrant extra virgin olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2f05621352%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fd6db74e-cfd9-46b5-aa96-6e0e76c26c9a","imageAlt":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta) — recipe cover","tags":["feta","baked cheese","greek meze","spicy","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_66184712aa","slug":"creamy-homemade-hummus","title":"Creamy Homemade Hummus","description":"A silky, rich, and authentic Mediterranean chickpea dip blended with nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. 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