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mj_toronto8

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I love serving Greek dip platters as appetizers for my party guests. The combinations are endless, and you can buy the dips from the store or make them at home. For me personally, I like to have tzatziki, olive dip and taramasalata. Some other great runner ups are eggplant dip, hummus (I know its not Greek), whipped feta dip, and tirokafteri. These dips taste best with some grilled pita bread or some grilled nugget slices. Enjoy!
 
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Dips and pita is a firm favourite in my home, but I’m vegan so make dairy free tzatziki. I’ve not made eggplant dip but planning to have a go after eating a gorgeous one on a recent holiday on Rhodes.
 
Laura48 said:
Dips and pita is a firm favourite in my home, but I’m vegan so make dairy free tzatziki. I’ve not made eggplant dip but planning to have a go after eating a gorgeous one on a recent holiday on Rhodes.
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Do you mind sharing your vegan tzatziki recipe? I would love to try making it.
 
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mastichas09 said:
Do you mind sharing your vegan tzatziki recipe? I would love to try making it.
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Of course, my pleasure.
I don’t tend to bother with amounts, it’s whatever tastes right, add a bit more of this and that, but my ingredients are:
Oatly oatgurt Greek style
Cucumber, grated and wrung through a clean tea towel or muslin
Chopped fresh mint
Chopped dill if available
Minced garlic
 
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