chilled yogurt and cucumber soup (cacik)

Recipe by
Mikekey *
Seattle, WA

Similar to Greek tzatziki, but thinned down and presented as a cool soup for a hot day.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 2 Hr 25 Min
method Refrigerate/Freeze

Ingredients For chilled yogurt and cucumber soup (cacik)

  • 2 sm
    cucumbers, peeled
  • salt
  • 3 c
    plain yogurt
  • 2 clove
    garlic, crushed
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh dill, finely chopped (optional)
  • 3 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 c
    ice water
  • ground white pepper, to taste
  • salt, to taste
  • thin slices cucumber, for garnish
  • mint sprigs, for garnish

How To Make chilled yogurt and cucumber soup (cacik)

  • 1
    Remove seeds from cucumbers, if they are large, otherwise leave the small seeds. Shred the cucumber and mix in about a teaspoon of salt. Let stand in colander for 20 minutes to drain.
  • 2
    Transfer to a large bowl and add yogurt, garlic, mint, dill and oil. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • 3
    Just before serving add enough ice water to thin soup to desired consistency. Season with salt and paper to taste.
  • 4
    Serve in small bowls or cups and garnish with cucumber slices and mint sprigs.

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