Pistachio Free Coconut Yogurt Cucumber Tzatziki
Cool, creamy, and packed with fresh herb flavor, this dairy-free tzatziki is the kind of dip that disappears fast at any table. The base is thick plain coconut yogurt ā no gums, no additives ā which gives it that lush, spoonable texture traditional tzatziki is known for without any dairy involved. The real trick here is taking the time to salt and thoroughly squeeze the grated cucumber, which pulls out excess moisture and keeps the dip from turning watery. Grated garlic, fresh dill, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and a drizzle of good olive oil round everything out into something that tastes bright, tangy, and genuinely satisfying. Store-bought versions of this style of dip can be a minefield of unexpected additives or shared-facility warnings, so making it yourself with a clean, simple ingredient list is a real win. Serve it with sliced cucumber or a spread of raw vegetables and it works as an easy appetizer, a snack, or a fresh accompaniment to a bigger spread.
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4 servings
- 1 medium english cucumber (about 10 oz)
- Ā½ tsp fine sea salt, divided
- 1 cup plain coconut yogurt, thick (unsweetened, no gums or additives)
- 1 small clove garlic, finely grated
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh dill sprigs, for serving (optional)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for serving (optional)
- sliced cucumber or raw vegetables, for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Grate the cucumber on the large holes of a box grater into a fine-mesh strainer set over a small bowl. Toss with 1/4 tsp of the salt and let stand for 20ā30 minutes, until the cucumber has released most of its liquid.
- 2
Gather the salted cucumber in your hands or in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly until very little liquid remains ā the cucumber should feel almost dry to the touch.
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