📖 Instructions

1. First things first: prep your cucumbers. Give 'em a good wash and then grate them. You can use a food processor if you're feeling fancy, but grating by hand is super satisfying. Plus, you get a great arm workout!
2. Next, salt those grated cucumbers! This might seem weird, but hear me out. Salting draws out excess moisture. Let them sit for about 10-15 minutes, and then, using your hands, gently squeeze out as much liquid as possible. This step is crucial for a nice, thick tzatziki!
3. Now, for the good stuff: the flavor! In a large bowl, whisk together your Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and garlic. If you're not using a food processor, finely chop the dill and parsley (or if using dried just add to bowl).
4. Gently stir in those lovely salted cucumbers (after squeezing out excess liquid) into the yogurt mixture. You want to be careful not to overmix; we don't want a chunky mess!
5. Taste and adjust! This is the fun part. Add a pinch of salt, a dash of pepper, or some more lemon juice, until it hits that perfect balance of flavors. Think of it as your own personal culinary masterpiece!
6. Finally, give it a good mix and taste-test. Make any final seasoning adjustments needed. Once everything is to your liking, let it sit for a minimum of 30 minutes (covered) in the refrigerator. The longer you let it sit (up to 24 hours), the more those flavors will marry together, creating a symphony of deliciousness! Serve chilled, and prepare to be amazed by how easy it was to make such a superb tzatziki!