Grate the peeled cucumber against the large-hole side of a box grater until you have about 1 cup of grated cucumber. Place it in a strainer over a bowl to drain the excess water. You can assist this process by pressing lightly down on the cucumbers.

In a small bowl, add the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Add the drained cucumber and stir to combine.

Adjust seasonings as desired. Allow to sit for 30 minutes so the flavors will mingle.

Serve with pita bread, whole grain crackers, vegetables, or alongside grilled meat.

Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.