Cyril Lignac's Tzatziki Recipe: Fresh, Creamy, and Effortlessly Delicious for Summer Aperitifs

Summer calls for refreshing bites that tantalize the palate. French chef Cyril Lignac, a household name and star of M6's 'Tous en cuisine,' shared this standout Tzatziki recipe in June 2020—a Greek-Turkish meze that's the ultimate aperitif star.

Tzatziki Recipe: Cyril Lignac's Flavor-Boosting Twist

This creamy, fresh sauce combines Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and aromatic herbs, elevated by Lignac's addition of wine vinegar for balanced, vibrant flavors. Pair it with crisp raw vegetables or warm pita bread to kick off summer in style.

How to Make Cyril Lignac's Tzatziki

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 10cl olive oil
• 600g Greek yogurt
• 3 tbsp. wine vinegar
• Coarse salt

Preparation

• In a bowl, mix all the ingredients together.
• Keep cool until serving.

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