Vegan Tzatziki

This Vegan Tzatziki is a refreshing and creamy dip that captures the essence of traditional tzatziki while being entirely dairy-free. Perfect for pairing with pita bread, fresh veggies, or as a sauce for your favorite dishes.

Ingredients

• Cucumber - 1 medium, grated
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Unsweetened plant-based yogurt (coconut or almond) - 1 cup
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dill (fresh or dried) - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Grate the cucumber and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened plant-based yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, olive oil, and black pepper.
3. After 10 minutes, squeeze the grated cucumber in a clean cloth or paper towel to remove excess liquid.
4. Add the drained cucumber to the yogurt mixture and stir until well combined.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

• Calories: 80
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in calories and fat, making it a healthy dip choice.
• Rich in antioxidants and hydration from cucumber.

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