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a bento box with tzatziki dressing, boiled egg and veggie sticks

Tzatziki Dressing

Gluten-Free
Nut-Free
Vegetarian

Tzatziki is often served with gyros, but it can also be a nice creamy accompaniment to many meals.

By Maddie Augustin | Experience Life
a bento box with tzatziki dressing, boiled egg and veggie sticks
  • Makes2 servings
  • Prep Time10 minutes
  • Cook Time0 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbs. lemon juice
  • 1 tbs. chopped dill
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 one small cucumber (to yield about 1/4 cup grated)

Directions

STEP 1
Place garlic, lemon juice, dill, yogurt, and olive oil in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
STEP 2
Grate cucumber on a box grater and use your hands to squeeze out the excess liquid. Pat dry and add to the yogurt mixture. Stir to combine. Store in the refrigerator for up to four days, stirring before serving.

Photography by: Andrea D’Agosto; Prop Styling: Alicia Buszczak; Food Styling: Paul Jackman

Maddie Augustin
By Maddie Augustin

Maddie Augustin is a recipe developer who is passionate about creating recipes worth repeating. With degrees in food engineering and nutrition, she blends science with creativity to make dishes that are nourishing, approachable, and delicious — celebrating seasonal ingredients and the joy that comes from sharing good, healthy food. Find more of Maddie’s recipes at maddieaugustin.com.

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