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Yogurt and cucumber cacik in a white ceramic bowl, drizzled with olive oil and topped with chopped cucumber and halved cherry.
5 from 4 votes

Cacik (Turkish Yogurt Sauce)

By Zerrin & Yusuf
A super refreshing yogurt dip with cucumber and dried mint called cacik. Perfect to serve with meat dishes and vegetarian dishes.
Yields: 4
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PREP 5 minutes
COOK 0 minutes
TOTAL 5 minutes

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INGREDIENTS
  

  • 1 cup strained yogurt (or Greek style)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried mint
  • ¼ cup cold water (or less, depending on the thickness of yogurt)
  • 1 clove garlic mashed
  • ½ cup cucumbers chopped

Optional Topping:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried mint
  • 1 teaspoon sumac
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • In a large bowl whisk together yogurt, salt and dried mint.
  • Pour cold water into it and mix well.
  • Add in mashed garlic, mix well.
  • Add in chopped cucumbers and give it a good stir until everything is combined.
  • Share it into small bowls.

For the optional topping:

  • Drizzle olive oil.
  • Sprinkle dried mint, sumac and red pepper flakes.
  • Serve cold.

NOTES

 
  • You can use strained yogurt for a thicker dip and plain regular yogurt for a thinner dip. You will need a little more water to dilute strained yogurt if you want a soup like consistency. No need for water if you are happy with a thick result. The consistency really depends on your preference.
  • There is no need to peel cucumbers or to remove the seeds inside. They are not bothering at all.
  • If you want to make it vegan, use your favorite plat-based yogurt. Just make sure it is not flavored.
  • You can always taste and adjust the amount of salt or garlic. Make sure you mix it well if you make any additions.
  • Keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. Give it a good stir before serving. you can add more yogurt and/or cucumbers if needed.

NUTRITION

Calories: 67kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 319mgPotassium: 111mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 189IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 0.4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

ADDITIONAL INFO

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Turkish
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