Cacik (Turkish Cucumber Yogurt Dip) with Garlic and Mint

A refreshing and creamy Turkish yogurt dip made with grated cucumbers, garlic, mint, and a touch of olive oil. Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or sauce for grilled meats.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

10 minutes

Calories

95 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£0.78/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

2cupsPlain Yogurt(Full-fat or Greek yogurt recommended for best texture.)

£1.50

1mediumCucumber(Peeled or unpeeled, depending on preference. Remove seeds if desired.)

£0.80

1clovesGarlic(Minced or finely grated.)

£0.15

2tablespoonsFresh Mint(Chopped.)

£0.50

1tablespoonOlive Oil(Extra virgin olive oil recommended.)

£0.10

1teaspoonLemon Juice(Optional, for added brightness.)

£0.05

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste.)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Or to taste.)

£0.02

Total Cost

£3.13

£0.78 per serving

Instructions

1.
Grate the cucumber using a box grater. If using regular cucumber, squeeze out excess water with your hands or a clean kitchen towel. This will prevent the cacik from becoming too watery.
2.
In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, and chopped mint.
3.
Add the olive oil, lemon juice (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
4.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
5.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is optional but highly recommended for the best flavor.
6.
Serve chilled as a side dish, appetizer, or sauce.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (170g)

95 kcal / 397 kJ

Carbs

2% of RDA

Fat

7% of RDA

Protein

14% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

1 g

3% of RDA

Sugar

4 g

4% of RDA

Sodium

320 mg

14% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a thicker cacik, use Greek yogurt and squeeze out more water from the grated cucumber.

If you don't have fresh mint, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried mint. However, fresh mint provides a much brighter and more vibrant flavor.

Cacik can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serve with pita bread, vegetables, or grilled meats.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Cooking Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Grater

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Cacik (Turkish Cucumber Yogurt Dip) with Garlic and Mint

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