Tzatziki with paprika

1 serving

10 minutes

Paprika tzatziki is a refined dish of Mediterranean cuisine filled with freshness and aroma. This traditional Greek sauce, usually served with meat, vegetables, or simply bread, gains zest from the addition of paprika. The history of tzatziki dates back to ancient Greece where it was used as a refreshing sauce to accompany dishes in hot weather. The combination of grated cucumber, garlic, yogurt, and olive oil creates a delicate creamy texture while paprika adds a subtle spicy note. Tzatziki is perfect as a dip for fresh vegetables or as a sauce for grilled dishes. Its refreshing taste makes every meal lighter and more balanced, while added dill and olives give it a special character. Enjoy this Mediterranean masterpiece!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 613.9
• Proteins: 25.3g
• Fats: 37.7g
• Carbohydrates: 43.6g

Ingredients

• Garlic: 4 clove
• Yogurt: 500 g
• Cucumbers: 1 pc
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Vinegar: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Paprika: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Peel one large cucumber and grate it on a coarse grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 1 piece

2. Salt, squeeze in hands, wring out the juice, and place in a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste

3. Grate the garlic and, without squeezing, add it to the cucumber.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 4 cloves

4. Add yogurt, a spoon of oil, a little vinegar, pepper, and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Yogurt: 500 g
   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Vinegar:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste

5. Add paprika.

   Required ingredients:

   • Paprika:  to taste

6. Mix everything thoroughly.

7. You can add finely chopped dill and olives.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste