Celery And Walnut Or Hazelnut Tzatziki Recipes

AUTHENTIC TZATZIKI - GREEK GARLIC YOGURT DIP

Steps:

• Crush the garlic with a little bit of salt and pepper.
• Peel the cucumber and grate. Squeeze well to get rid of water.
• Whip the yogurt in a bowl and then add the garlic paste, mixing well and then add the cucumber and mix again.
• Start adding small amounts of olive oil alternating with the vinegar while mixing.
• Add about 2 teaspoons fresh dill and mix well.
• Let it sit at least an hour in the refrigerator before serving.

WILD RICE SALAD WITH CELERY AND WALNUTS

Steps:

• Bring the water or stock to a boil in a large saucepan, add salt to taste and the wild rice. Lower the heat, cover and simmer for 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and splayed. Drain and toss in a large bowl with the remaining salad ingredients.
• Mix together the lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk in the walnut oil, olive oil, and buttermilk or yogurt. Toss with the wild rice mixture. Taste and adjust seasonings, and serve.

CELERY AND WALNUT (OR HAZELNUT) TZATZIKI

Steps:

• Place celery in a colander and salt generously. Toss in colander and let sit in the sink for 15 to 30 minutes. Press celery against colander to extract water and transfer to a bowl.
• Purée garlic in a mortar and pestle. Combine with yogurt, nuts and nut oil and stir into celery. Combine well. Add ground black pepper, taste and adjust salt. Transfer to a serving bowl or to individual plates. Garnish with chopped fresh dill if desired, and serve.