1cucumbermedium, peeled, sliced in half lengthwise
1tablespoondillfresh, removed from stem
1/2teaspoonblack pepper
1/4teaspoonsea or kosher salt
1/4teaspoonpaprika
1/2teaspooncrushed red pepper flakesmore to less to taste
1tablespoonlemon juicefreshly squeezed
1tablespoonextra virgin olive oil
2garlic clovesminced
1cupGreek yogurtfat-free, plain
kosher or sea saltto taste
Instructions
Remove seeds from the center of each cucumber by scooping out with a spoon. Finely dice, peeled and seeded, cucumber and lay pieces on a paper towel to drain, sprinkle with salt.
After 30 minutes, combine diced cucumbers and the remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl. Refrigerate at least two hours before serving to allow flavors time to marry. Pour Tzatziki into a serving dish and enjoy! Garnish with additional diced cucumber and dill.
Tzatziki tastes great served with meats or as a dip or spread, perfect on baked potatoes.