Today we’re making Cacık – a delicious, cold yogurt cucumber soup straight from Turkish cuisine. It’s the perfect dish for hot days: hydrating, light, and packed with flavor.
Whether you enjoy it as a chilled soup or a dip, Cacık is a must-have summer classic. Let’s make it together!
🍽️ Ingredients:
2 medium cucumbers, peeled and finely chopped
2 cups plain yogurt
2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
1 small clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup cold water (add gradually)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt to taste
Optional: fresh ground black pepper
Garnish: drizzle of olive oil, dried mint or sumac
👩🍳 Instructions:
In a bowl, combine chopped cucumbers with plain yogurt. Stir until smooth.
Add dill, garlic, and salt. Mix well.
Slowly pour in cold water while stirring to reach your desired soupy consistency.
Add olive oil and pepper (optional), and mix everything thoroughly.
Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
🥣 Serve cold with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of dried mint or sumac for a tangy, refreshing touch.
✨ This cool and creamy dish is the perfect summer appetizer or side dish for grilled meats or Mediterranean mains.
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