CHILLED YOGURT AND CUCUMBER SOUP (CACIK)
Similar to Greek tzatziki, but thinned down and presented as a cool soup for a hot day.
Provided by Mikekey *
Categories Other Soups
Time 2h25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 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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Abdisa Moges
m13@yahoo.comI'm going to make this soup for my next party.
Lerato Mhlongo
l.m@gmail.comThis soup looks delicious!
Stephanie Perez
stephanie16@gmail.comI can't wait to try this soup!
Zandile James
j_z@yahoo.comThis is my new favorite soup!
Sabir Muhd
sabirmuhd30@gmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe!
Tj Matthews
tj.m@gmail.comThis soup is a healthy and delicious way to cool off on a hot summer day.
Sojib King
k-s@hotmail.comI love the addition of fresh herbs to this soup.
Rebecca Fabul
rebecca-f25@hotmail.frThis soup is a great way to use up leftover yogurt.
Farooq Shah
sfarooq@yahoo.comI'll definitely be making this soup again.
zouna 8
zouna-8@hotmail.frThis soup is a keeper!
Erin Dy
d-erin@hotmail.com5 stars!
Noralam Hff
h-noralam@gmail.comThis soup is delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend it!
Md sadek Sheikh
msheikh@hotmail.comI've made this soup several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Dill FX
fx@yahoo.comThis soup is so versatile. You can serve it as a cold appetizer, a light lunch, or even a refreshing dinner.
Casey Akins
a_casey18@yahoo.comI love the simplicity of this soup. It's made with just a few ingredients, but the flavors are amazing.
Mubeen JUTT
j_m@yahoo.comThis is the perfect soup for a hot summer day. It's light, refreshing, and flavorful.
Habiba Mohammed
habiba_m@hotmail.co.ukI made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.
Ntombizodwa Gama
ntombizodwag@hotmail.comThis soup is so refreshing and delicious! I love the creamy texture of the yogurt and the cool, crisp cucumber.