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Fresh, Vegetarian Cacık Recipe w/ Ricardo Moyano

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Cold Yogurt Soup

Cultural Context

Cold Yogurt Soup, or Cacık, is a traditional Turkish dish often enjoyed in the summer months. It reflects the region's love for yogurt and fresh herbs, serving as a refreshing side or appetizer. Cacık is commonly served alongside grilled meats and is a staple in Turkish cuisine, celebrated for its cooling properties. Variations exist across the Mediterranean, with each culture adding its unique twist to this delightful dish.

TurkishTRappetizer
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cucumbers
2 cups yogurt
2 cloves garlic
salt
mint
olive oil

yogurt

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is often more affordable.

fresh dill

🥗Healthier: dried dill

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley is a common and cheaper herb.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: none

Garlic powder offers convenience.

1

Wash the cucumbers and peel them partially, leaving some skin for vitamins.

2

Cut the cucumbers into small pieces.

3

Add the yogurt to the bowl with the cucumbers.

4

Peel and crush the garlic, adding it to the mixture.

5

Season with salt to taste.

6

Add chopped mint to the mixture.

7

Drizzle olive oil on top for flavor and presentation.

8

Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

9

Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for one hour before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchilling

Equipment Needed

bowlknifespoonrefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

CacıkAyran Soup

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