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Authentic Turkish Cacik: A Refreshing Yogurt and Cucumber Dip/Salad

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Ingredients

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1 1/4 cups plain yogurt
1 seedless european cucumber seedless or 1 large regular cucumber
1 teaspoon salt to taste
1 - 2 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons of fresh mint or 1 tbs dried or 3 tablespoons dill, finely chopped or 1 tbs dried
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
fresh ground pepper, to taste

Nutritional information

120.7
Calories
84 g
Calories From Fat
9.4 g
Total Fat
2.6 g
Saturated Fat
9.9 mg
Cholesterol
619.6 mg
Sodium
6.9 g
Carbs
0.7 g
Dietary Fiber
4.8 g
Sugars
3.3 g
Protein
110 g
Serving Size

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Authentic Turkish Cacik: A Refreshing Yogurt and Cucumber Dip/Salad

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    I really liked this. Followed the hint of another reviewer and didn't drain it so it was runnier. It worked great in the dish I put it over. Made for ZWT6 by a Looney Spooner.

    • 45 min
    • Serves 4
    • Easy

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    Cacik, This is posted for ZWT3. This is a recipe from Steven Raichlen. This is part dip and part salad served on hors d’oeuvre platters in Turkey. This is also known as tzatziki sauce in Greece., I really liked this. Followed the hint of another reviewer and didn’t drain it so it was runnier. It worked great in the dish I put it over. Made for ZWT6 by a Looney Spooner., How yummy! I have enjoyed cucumber sauces when dining out in the past, and I can’t believe it has taken me this long to try making one myself! This is very easy to put together; despite the time for the cucumber to drain it is very quick as well. I will say I thought the salt was a bit strong, and I actually added a bit more cucumber to try and balance that out. Worked like a charm! Also, you might want to add the mint or dill a bit at a time I chose dill as it is definitely powerful in the quantity listed. Thanks for posting! Made for Mischief Makers, ZWT 6.


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    Steps

    1
    Done

    Peel the Cucumber and Seed It, If Necessary, Then Coarsely Grate or Finely Chop It.

    2
    Done

    Place the Grated Cucumber in a Colander and Toss With 1/2 Teaspoon Salt.

    3
    Done

    Let Stand, Over a Bowl or in Sink, For 20 Minutes to Drain Off Some of the Excess Water from the Cucumber.

    4
    Done

    Blot the Cucumber Dry With Paper Towels.

    5
    Done

    Put the Yogurt in a Bowl.

    6
    Done

    Stir in Cucumber, Garlic, 1/2 Teaspoon Salt, 2 Tablespoons of Mint/Dill, 1 Tablespoon Oil and Pepper.

    7
    Done

    Taste For Seasoning, Adding Salt or Pepper as Necessary.

    8
    Done

    to Serve, Drizzle With Remaining Tablespoon Olive Oil and Sprinkle Remaining Tablespoon of Mint/Dill.

    9
    Done

    Serve as a Dip With Wedges of Fresh Pita Bread.

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