This Turkish Kuru Cacık Salad Is a Flavor Bomb of Yogurt, Cucumber, Dill & Garlic

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while still providing richness.

I peeled and grated 3 cucumbers.

Using my hands, I squeezed out all the excess water from the grated cucumbers until they became almost dry.

In a bowl, I mixed the strained yogurt, chopped dill, grated garlic, dried mint, salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice.

I added the squeezed cucumbers and mixed everything until creamy and well combined.

For garnish, I drizzled 2 tablespoons of olive oil and topped the salad with red chili flakes, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds.

Served cold — absolutely refreshing!

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