Cacık

Instructions

1. 1 Grate the cucumber on the coarse side of a grater, then squeeze out as much excess water as possible using your hands.
2. 2 Whisk the thick yogurt in a bowl until smooth, then stir in the cold water to reach your desired creamy consistency.
3. 3 Add minced garlic, squeezed cucumber, dried mint, salt, and white vinegar, stirring everything together until evenly combined.
4. 4 Drizzle olive oil over the top and garnish with fresh mint leaves, adding a light dusting of dried mint as well.
5. 5 Refrigerate for at least thirty minutes before serving so the flavors meld together and the cacik becomes properly chilled.
6. 6 Serve cold alongside grilled meats, rice dishes, or börek, optionally adding a few ice cubes to keep it refreshingly cold.