Tzatziki - Garlic, Cucumber, and Yogurt Dip

From The Secret of Good Health - Olive Oil - page 101

    * 1 kg strained yoghurt (1.1lbs)
    * 2 large cucumbers
    * 3 cloves garlic
    * 1/2 teaspoon garlic
    * 4-5 tbsp olive oil
    * 2 tbsp vinegar
    * 1 tbsp finely chopped mint or dill (optional)

Peel and grate cucumbers. Squeeze as hard as possible to remove water completely. Mash garlic with salt in a mortar. In a medium-size bowl, mix yoghurt with cucumber and garlic. Slowly add vinegar and olive oil and combine well. Finally add mint or parsley. Refrigerate until ready to use.