Cacık is a refreshing salad made with yogurt and cucumber, very popular in Turkey . Similar to Greek tzatziki, cacık is distinguished by its lighter texture and its preparation often diluted with water for an even more refreshing effect. With crunchy cucumbers, creamy yogurt, garlic and herbs, cacık is perfect as a starter or side for spicy-rich dishes. This recipe is very simple to prepare but also naturally gluten-free.

Cacik, Turkish cucumber salad

Türkiye

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Preparation time 5 mins Total time 5 mins

Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4

Author: Gluten Escape

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 medium cucumber

• 250 g of natural yogurt (preferably Greek yogurt or homemade yogurt)

• 1 clove of garlic

• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional for more spice)

• ¹ ⁄ ₂ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• A few leaves of fresh mint or coriander (finely chopped)

• ¹ ⁄ ₂ tsp lemon juice (optional)

• Pepper

Preparation

1. Prepare the cucumber: Wash and peel the cucumber. Grate it finely or cut it into small cubes depending on the desired texture.
2. Prepare the yogurt: In a bowl, lightly whisk the yogurt until smooth and creamy.

3. Season: Add the pepper, mint, garlic, olive oil, lemon and salt to the yogurt, and mix well.

4. Mix the ingredients: Add the grated or diced cucumber to the yogurt mixture.

5. Serve: Cacik is served fresh, decorated with mint leaves.

Keywords: Turkish cucumber salad, Turkish cacik, yogurt, gluten-free starter,

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