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Cacik (Turkish Yoghurt & Cucumber)
Cacik is one of the simplest Turkish meze dishes to put together. No cooking, just assembly. It's a creamy, refreshing and healthy side dish that pairs with just about anything. An essential for any Mediterranean-style dinner party spread.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 60 kcal
Course:
Appetizer , Condiments
Cuisine:
Turkish
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yoghurt plain
- 1 cucumber about 300g(deseeded then grated)
- 1 bunch Dill about 50g (finely chopped)
- 1 garlic clove minced
- salt & pepper
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- pinch sumac for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the cucumber in half and then using a spoon, scoop out the seeds and discard.
- Coarsely grate the cucumber and then wrap in a clean tea towel. Squeeze out the excess water (keep the liquid and use, added to water for a refreshing drink with lemon. or add a little to a gin and tonic!)
- Place the cucumber in a bowl and mix in the yoghurt, dill, garlic, salt & pepper, extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice.
- Decant to a bowl and then drizzle over a little extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with a little black pepper and sumac.
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Notes
- Versatile Pairing: Cacik complements a wide range of dishes, including grilled meat, seafood, and rice-based dishes like Chicken Pilaf.
- Perfect Meze Companion: When preparing vegetable meze recipes, cacik serves as an excellent accompaniment. Simply provide ample bread or raw vegetables for dipping and scooping.
- Fridge Storage: Keep cacik covered in the fridge, where it remains fresh for 2-3 days. Avoid freezing, as it tends to become watery upon defrosting. Freshness is key!
Nutrition Information
Calories
60kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Cholesterol
2mg
(1%)
Sodium
22mg
(1%)
Potassium
134mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
701IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
69mg
(7%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 60kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 22mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 701IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.