Cucumber Tzatziki

1 medium or 2 small cucumbers, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture

1½ cups plain whole-milk Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

¼ to ½ cup chopped fresh herbs: mint, dill, cilantro, and/or parsley

2 scallions, minced

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus more to taste

½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste.


Add the grated cucumber, yogurt, olive oil, herbs, scallions, garlic, lemon juice, and salt to a medium bowl, and stir to combine. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and add more lemon juice and salt as needed!