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Protein-rich fermented dairy dip with cucumber and herbs
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Strained yogurt cacik mix (150 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 72 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.5 g of carbs, 8.4 g of protein, 5.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
108
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
6.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
8.4g
· 17% DV
Fat
5.1g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 25% · Protein 32% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.1 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.15 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 390 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 15 g | 11 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 22 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 43 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 180 kcal |
Calculated from 72 calories per 100 g.
To make strained yogurt cacik mix, stir crushed garlic and salt into strained yogurt, then fold in chopped or grated cucumber and dried mint. Add cold water a little at a time until it reaches the thickness you want, and chill before serving.
Strained yogurt cacik mix is a Turkish cucumber-and-yogurt dish, while tzatziki is its Greek counterpart. Both commonly include garlic and herbs, but cacik is often loosened with water and served as a dip or side; recipes vary in both countries.
Serve strained yogurt cacik mix cold alongside grilled meats, kebabs, rice dishes, or vegetables. Its cool cucumber and yogurt pair especially well with spicy or richly seasoned food, and it also works as a dip with flatbread.
To keep strained yogurt cacik mix thick, squeeze excess liquid from grated cucumber before adding it, and avoid adding much water. Salting cucumber early draws out more moisture, so mix the ingredients close to serving time for the firmest texture.
Yes, you can make strained yogurt cacik mix a few hours ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. For a thicker texture, prepare the yogurt base first and stir in the cucumber shortly before serving, since cucumber releases water as it sits.
Keep strained yogurt cacik mix covered in the refrigerator and eat it within about a day for the best texture and freshness. The cucumber may release water while stored; stir it before serving, and discard it if it has been left out for hours.
Freezing strained yogurt cacik mix is not recommended. Once thawed, the yogurt can separate and turn grainy, while the cucumber becomes soft and watery. Make a fresh batch instead, or refrigerate leftovers and use them promptly.
You do not have to peel cucumber for strained yogurt cacik mix; wash it well and leave the skin on if it is tender. Peel thick or bitter-skinned cucumbers. Grating gives a smoother mixture, while small cubes keep more crunch.
Strained yogurt cacik mix often contains garlic, but garlic is optional. Leave it out or use less for a milder flavor, especially when serving the mix at breakfast or alongside food with delicate flavors.
Yes, strained yogurt cacik mix can coat chicken or vegetables as a quick marinade, but remove excess yogurt before grilling so it does not scorch. If the mixture has already been served at the table, do not reuse it as a marinade.
Vitamins
B12
0.63µg · 26% DV
B2
0.27mg · 21% DV
Biotin
3.15µg · 11% DV
B5
0.51mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
177mg · 25% DV
Calcium
225mg · 23% DV
Sodium
390mg · 17% DV
Iodine
17µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
278mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Strained yogurt cacik mix is a Turkish-style dip made with thick, strained yogurt and cucumber, commonly seasoned with herbs such as mint or dill and sometimes garlic. Straining gives it a richer, spoonable texture than the looser versions of cacık often served as a drink or soup alongside meals.
In Turkey it is a familiar, cooling companion to grilled meats, rice dishes and summer meals; elsewhere, serve it as a dip with flatbread or vegetables, or alongside a Mediterranean-inspired spread. It offers protein from fermented dairy, while cucumber and herbs keep the flavour fresh. Stir in a little cold water if you prefer a lighter consistency.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.