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Cacık (Turkish Yogurt & Cucumber Dip)

4 servings · 15 min total

A cooling, garlicky yogurt dip loaded with grated cucumber, fresh dill and mint, finished with a swirl of olive oil for a refreshing start to any Turkish meal.

Ingredients

500 g Greek yogurt
2 cucumber, grated
2 garlic, crushed
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp water

Contains: Milk

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Method

1.
Drain the cucumber — Grate the cucumbers on the coarse side of a box grater, then place in a sieve and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Let them drain for 10 minutes, pressing gently to release the excess liquid.
2.
Whisk the yogurt base — In a bowl, whisk the yogurt with the crushed garlic, olive oil and water until smooth and slightly loosened.
3.
Fold in the herbs — Fold the drained cucumber, dill and mint into the yogurt mixture. Season with black pepper and additional salt to taste.
4.
Chill and serve — Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes so the flavors come together. Serve cold, drizzled with a little extra olive oil, alongside flatbread or as a side to grilled meats.