This is yet another tasty treat that I miss from NJ! I missed it so much that I made my own. And darn if it isn't just as good! To make this you will need:
Tzatziki sauce:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (vegan yogurt)
1 regular cucumber, peeled and seeded
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
Salt and pepper
Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Extra virgin olive oil
For the chicken:
2 teaspoons minced garlic
Juice of 1 lemon (2-3 Tablespoons)
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 heaping Tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (yegan yogurt)
1 Tablespoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper
1 1/4 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Vegan Chicken Strips)
To assemble:
Pita bread
Fresh tomatoes, seeded and diced
Red onion, sliced thin
shredded lettuce
1.) Shred the cucumber or chop in food processor. Wrap in a towel a squeeze to remove as much water as possible. Mix together the yogurt, shredded cucumber, garlic, white wine vinegar, salt and pepper to taste, and lemon juice. Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
2.) Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
3.)To prepare the chicken, combine the garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, yogurt, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Whisk together until mixed well. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour.
4.) Cook the chicken as desired, either on the grill or with the broiler. Once the chicken is completely cooked through, transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Cut into strips. Heat pitas. Top with chicken, tzatziki sauce, diced tomatoes, lettuce and sliced onions.
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