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Yogurt & Cucumber Soup - Easy Bulgarian Recipe

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Yogurt & Cucumber Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from Bulgaria, Tarator is a refreshing cold soup enjoyed during hot summer months. Traditionally made with yogurt, cucumbers, and herbs, it showcases the region's love for dairy and fresh produce. This dish is often served as a starter or a light meal and has gained popularity in various Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines, with many variations adapting to local tastes.

BulgarianBGappetizer
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup Greek style yogurt
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup cold water
1/2 English cucumber
1 tablespoon dill
handful of walnuts
salt

yogurt

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sunflower seeds provide a nutty flavor at a lower cost.

1

In a bowl, add 1 cup of Greek style yogurt.

2

Use a microplane to finely grate 1 clove of garlic and add it to the bowl.

3

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the mixture.

4

Pour in 1 cup of cold water and mix until combined to achieve a soup-like consistency.

5

Peel and cut 1/2 of an English cucumber into small cubes.

6

Add the cucumber cubes to the bowl.

7

Add 1 tablespoon of dill and a handful of chopped walnuts to the mixture.

8

Stir everything together and season with about 1 teaspoon of salt to taste.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchilling

Equipment Needed

bowlmicroplaneknifespoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

TaratorCucumber Yogurt Soup

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