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Cacik

Cacik is a traditional Turkish yogurt dish combining creamy yogurt with cucumbers and herbs, perfect for summer days or as a dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium cucumber grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Grater or food processor
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Grate the cucumber using a box grater or food processor.
  2. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, add the Greek yogurt.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic to the yogurt.
  5. Add the drained cucumber and chopped mint to the yogurt mixture.
  6. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Drizzle olive oil over the top of your Cacik.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Cacik is versatile and can be used as a dip, spread, or side dish.