Description
This Mediterranean Yogurt Cucumber Dip is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for a snack or appetizer. Creamy Greek yogurt combined with fresh cucumber, garlic, dill, and tangy feta cheese create a delightful dip that is enhanced with the addition of falafel crumbles, red onion, beets, and tomatoes.
Ingredients
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Base of the Cucumber Dip:
- 1 cup plain greek yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, diced
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
Additions:
- 2-3 tbsp feta cheese
- 1 cucumber, quartered
- 2-3 falafels, crumbled
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 2 baby beets (canned) diced or 2 tbsp diced canned beets
- 1 tomato, diced with juices drained
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Optional garnish:
- Za'atar seasoning
Instructions
- Base of the Cucumber Dip: In a large bowl, combine garlic, greek yogurt, lemon juice, and 1 tbsp of fresh dill. Slowly fold in the feta and half of the diced cucumber.
- Additions: Just before serving, add the falafel crumbles, remaining cucumber, red onion, beets, tomato, and remaining dill. Top with more feta cheese as desired and drizzle with olive oil.
Notes
- Falafel can be purchased in the international foods aisle and prepared according to package instructions or baked at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Consider topping with za’atar seasoning for extra flavor.
- Do not forget the olive oil; it is essential for the dish’s flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
