Simple Suppers Made Stunning is all about being clever with ingredients. You don't have to spend a fortune to create a truly special dish. I tend to cook by sight and taste so don't expect exact quantities. Season and flavour to your own taste buds. Enjoy!

Tuesday, 9 October 2012

Feta, Cucumber and Mint Dip

I love this and could eat it everyday. This is a twist on the Greek dish Tsatsiki. The yoghurt you use is important, make sure it's good quality and NOT fat free. Also use an extra virgin olive oil  and a decent Feta. The more care you take with your ingredients, the better it will taste.


500 gms Greek Yoghurt
Two thirds of a Cucumber
2 cloves of Garlic, crushed
100 gms Feta Cheese
Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Good handful Mint leaves, finely chopped.
Handful of Flat leaf Parsley, finely chopped.

Put the yoghurt in a large bowl. Mix 2 tbsps olive oil into the yoghurt. Peel the cucumber and remove the seeds. Cut into small chunks and add to the bowl. Crumble the feta into the bowl . Add the herbs and garlic and combine until everything is evenly mixed. Put in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to let the flavours mingle. Just before serving, finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of parsley

This simple dish can be served as a side dish with a hot Chilli or as a filling in a jacket potato or with hot pitta bread as a dip.


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