Cucumber-Yogurt Dip
"Aside from being a great party dip, tzatziki is also delicious served with roasted or grilled meats, or with the lamb meatballs. Chopping the garlic in the salt is a Greek trick that brings out garlic's punch. Raw garlic, however, becomes acrid rather quickly so to be at its best, tzatziki should be made the day of serving or no more than 24 hours ahead...."
INGREDIENTS
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Kosher or sea salt
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2 medium cloves garlic
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1 1/2 cups plain whole-milk yogurt, preferably Greek
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3/4 cup peeled, seeded, and finely chopped cucumber
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1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
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2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint
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2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
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2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
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Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
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