GREEK-STYLE CUCUMBER AND YOGURT DIP WITH DILL

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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Dairy     Herb     Vegetable     Appetizer     No-Cook     Cocktail Party     Picnic     Super Bowl     Yogurt     Cucumber     Summer     Poker/Game Night     Sour Cream     Dill     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups plain yogurt
1 English hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, grated
1 tablespoon coarse salt
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
1 garlic clove, minced
6 pita breads, cut horizontally in half, then cut into wedges
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Line sieve with cheesecloth and place over medium bowl. Place yogurt in sieve. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to drain in refrigerator overnight.
  • Mix cucumber and 1 tablespoon salt in small bowl; cover and chill 3 hours.
  • Transfer drained yogurt to another bowl. Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, dill and garlic. Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible from cucumber. Stir cucumber into yogurt. Season with pepper. Cover; chill at least 2 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Place pita wedges on baking sheets. Brush with olive oil. Bake until crisp, about 10 minutes. Cool. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Store pita airtight at room temperature.) Serve cucumber dip with baked pita wedges.

Blessing Ubong
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This dip is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. I always have a few extra cucumbers in my fridge, and this dip is a great way to use them up. It's a delicious and refreshing way to end a meal.


Tipu Sarker
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I'm always looking for new and exciting dips to serve at parties, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hidayat koko
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This dip is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. The cucumbers and dill are packed with nutrients, and the yogurt is a good source of protein. I feel good about serving this dip to my family and friends.


Safdar Nazeer
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I love the simplicity of this dip. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients and it's so flavorful. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a great last-minute appetizer.


Esther Vin
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This dip is a great make-ahead appetizer. It can be made up to a day in advance, so it's perfect for parties or potlucks. I love to serve it with a variety of dippers, such as pita chips, crackers, and vegetables.


Roxana Palafox
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I've made this dip several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the versatility of this dip - it can be served with pita chips, crackers, or vegetables.


dray
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This dip is a great way to cool off on a hot day. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor. I love the addition of dill, which gives it a nice herby flavor.


Danish Saab
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I'm not a huge fan of cucumbers, but I really enjoyed this dip. The yogurt and dill balance out the flavor of the cucumbers, and it makes for a really delicious and refreshing dip.


Daniels Balodis
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This dip is so creamy and flavorful. The cucumbers and dill give it a nice freshness, and the yogurt makes it nice and creamy. I love to serve this dip with pita chips, but it would also be great with crackers or vegetables.


Jayrah Jansen
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I love the tangy flavor of this dip. The yogurt and lemon juice give it a nice brightness, and the dill adds a nice herby flavor. I could eat this dip all day long!


Sherry Mercer
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This dip is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. I always have a few extra cucumbers in my fridge, and this dip is a great way to use them up. It's a delicious and refreshing way to end a meal.


Gershad Andre
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I'm always looking for new and exciting dips to serve at parties, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tabby Lancaster
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This dip is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. The cucumbers and dill are packed with nutrients, and the yogurt is a good source of protein. I feel good about serving this dip to my family and friends.


Divine Bailey
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I love the simplicity of this dip. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients and it's so flavorful. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a great last-minute appetizer.


Rasel Sarder
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This dip is a great make-ahead appetizer. It can be made up to a day in advance, so it's perfect for parties or potlucks. I love to serve it with a variety of dippers, such as pita chips, crackers, and vegetables.


Mk Arain
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I've made this dip several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the versatility of this dip - it can be served with pita chips, crackers, or vegetables.


Anne Kavanagh
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This dip is a great way to cool off on a hot day. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor. I love the addition of dill, which gives it a nice herby flavor.


Joseph Edgington
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I made this dip for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's so refreshing and flavorful, and it's a great way to use up extra cucumbers.


Gladys Barham
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This dip was so easy to make and it was absolutely delicious! I love the combination of cucumber and yogurt, and the dill adds a nice fresh flavor. I served it with pita chips and it was a hit with my guests.