Cacik

1. 1

   Peel the cucumber and seed it, if necessary, then coarsely grate or finely chop it.

2. 2

   Place the grated cucumber in a colander and toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt.

3. 3

   Let stand, over a bowl or in sink, for 20 minutes to drain off some of the excess water from the cucumber.

4. 4

   Blot the cucumber dry with paper towels.

5. 5

   Put the yogurt in a bowl.

6. 6

   Stir in cucumber, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons of mint/dill, 1 tablespoon oil and pepper.

7. 7

   Taste for seasoning, adding salt or pepper as necessary.

8. 8

   To serve, drizzle with remaining tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle remaining tablespoon of mint/dill.

9. 9

   Serve as a dip with wedges of fresh pita bread.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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