Easy Low Fat Cacik Garlic Yogurt Dip
Transform your snack game with this *Easy Low Fat Cacik Garlic Yogurt Dip*, a refreshing and guilt-free take on the traditional Turkish classic! Made with silky low-fat Greek yogurt, crisp cucumber, and aromatic fresh herbs like dill and mint, this creamy dip comes alive with the bold kick of freshly minced garlic and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice. Perfectly seasoned with just a touch of olive oil and black pepper, this versatile recipe is ready in just 10 minutes and ideal for dipping veggies, pairing with pita bread, or serving alongside grilled dishes. Low in fat yet high in flavor, this cooling yogurt dip is a must-try for fans of light, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried mint (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater. Squeeze the grated cucumber gently to remove excess water and set it aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic. For a smoother flavor, you can mash the garlic into a paste using a pinch of salt and the side of a knife.
In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, and chopped fresh mint leaves.
Add the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the yogurt mixture. Stir well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Taste the dip and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or black pepper to preference.
Transfer the Cacik to a serving bowl. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil on top and sprinkle with dried mint as a garnish.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for a more developed flavor. Enjoy with pita bread, vegetables, or as a side to grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.9 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1358 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 51.8 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 634 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1074 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
