Tzatziki with Veggies

Tzatziki with Veggies is a refreshing and healthy American appetizer perfect for sharing. This creamy yogurt dip, infused with fresh herbs and garlic, pairs beautifully with an array of colorful vegetables.

Ingredients

• Greek yogurt - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 100 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Carrot - 1 medium, cut into sticks
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, cut into sticks
• Celery - 1 stalk, cut into sticks
• Radishes - 100 grams, halved

Steps

1. Grate the cucumber, place it in a clean kitchen towel, and squeeze out excess moisture.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
4. Prepare the vegetables by cutting the carrot, bell pepper, celery, and radishes into sticks.
5. Serve the tzatziki dip in a small bowl surrounded by the cut vegetables.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in probiotics from Greek yogurt, promoting gut health.
• Low in calories and high in fiber from fresh vegetables, aiding in weight management.

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