Cucumber-And-Yogurt Dipping Sauce

• 1 (16-ounce) container plain yogurt
• 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
• 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup minced sweet onion
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh or 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Garnish: fresh dill sprigs

1. Line a mesh strainer with a paper coffee filter or paper towel. Spoon yogurt into filter, and place strainer over a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, and chill 4 hours.
2. Spoon yogurt into a bowl, discarding strained liquid.
3. Stir in diced cucumber and next 7 ingredients. Cover and chill yogurt mixture until ready to serve. Garnish, if desired. Serve with pita chips and fresh vegetables.
4. Note: The sauce may also be served as a spread for tomato or roast beef sandwiches.

yogurt, cucumber, garlic, sweet onion, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, pepper, dill sprigs

Taken from www.myrecipes.com/recipe/cucumber-and-yogurt-dipping-sauce (may not work)