Tzatziki

Directions

1. 1
   Line a colander with a double layer of cheesecloth.
2. 2
   Place the colander over a bowl deep enough to catch draining juices without the juices touching the bottom of the colander.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   Using a box grater, grate the cucumber through the medium holes into a mixing bowl.
5. 5
   Add a pinch of salt and toss to combine.
6. 6
   Transfer the cucumber to the colander and allow the juices to drain for 1 hour.
7. 7
   Pull the cheesecloth up and twist the ends together to squeeze any remaining juice from the cucumber.
8. 8
   Transfer the well-drained cucumber to a clean nonreactive container with a lid.
9. 9
   Add the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, mint, and dill.
10. 10
    Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss to combine.
11. 11
    Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight before serving.
12. 12
    Serve chilled with warm pita bread triangles.