{"id":"tarator_443ca1b5a4","slug":"tarator","title":"Tarator","description":"A refreshing Mediterranean yogurt-based sauce or cold soup featuring crisp cucumbers, crunchy walnuts, and aromatic dill. Perfect as a dip, a side, or a cooling appetizer.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g Greek yogurt","name":"Greek Yogurt","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"Greek","notes":"full fat or 2% for best flavor","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 large cucumber, finely diced or grated","name":"Cucumber","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely diced or grated","notes":"English or Persian cucumbers are best","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 garlic cloves, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"50g walnuts, crushed","name":"Walnuts","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"crushed","notes":"roasted for extra flavor","group":"toppings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped","name":"Dill","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"chopped","notes":"fresh is highly recommended over dried","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"oz","form":"extra virgin","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Wash the cucumber. You can peel it or leave the skin on for extra texture. Grate the cucumber using a coarse grater or dice it into very small cubes.","group":"Preparation","title":"Wash the cucumber","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large mixing bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt until smooth. If the yogurt is too thick for your preference, you can stir in a tablespoon of cold water.","group":"Mixing","title":"Whisk the Greek yogurt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the prepared cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, and salt to the yogurt. Stir well to combine all the flavors.","group":"Mixing","title":"Add the prepared cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Stir in the crushed walnuts and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Mix gently.","group":"Finishing","title":"Stir in the crushed walnuts","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to become thoroughly chilled.","group":"Finishing","title":"Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For a thinner consistency similar to a cold soup, whisk in a small amount of cold water or ice cubes. For a thicker dip, use strained Greek yogurt.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Bulgarian","Turkish","Greek"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["mixing bowl","whisk","grater","knife"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","low_carb","high_protein","egg_free","soy_free"],"allergens":["milk","tree_nuts"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":"Approximately 150ml per serving"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance. The garlic flavor will intensify over time."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Stir before serving as the cucumber may release some water.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold. Do not heat."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Ftarator_443ca1b5a4%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=86d8ff6d-6200-4b3d-b9d4-94b6fc16c79b","imageAlt":"Tarator — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["yogurt","cucumber","dip","mediterranean","healthy","cold sauce","vegetarian","keto"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Tarator","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T02:34:26.630Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T02:34:26.630Z","related":[{"id":"ac_l_ezme_d064be0373","slug":"acili-ezme","title":"Acılı Ezme","description":"A classic Turkish spicy vegetable salad and condiment featuring finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, and onions, balanced with the tang of pomegranate molasses and aromatic herbs.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fac_l_ezme_d064be0373%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac6fc624-4435-4cfa-9991-d45441036707","imageAlt":"Acılı Ezme — recipe cover","tags":["spicy","dip","vegetable","healthy","turkish","mezze"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2f05621352","slug":"bouyiourdi-greek-baked-feta","title":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta)","description":"A traditional Greek meze featuring salty feta cheese baked until melted with juicy tomatoes, spicy peppers, and fragrant extra virgin olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2f05621352%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fd6db74e-cfd9-46b5-aa96-6e0e76c26c9a","imageAlt":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta) — recipe cover","tags":["feta","baked cheese","greek meze","spicy","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_66184712aa","slug":"creamy-homemade-hummus","title":"Creamy Homemade Hummus","description":"A silky, rich, and authentic Mediterranean chickpea dip blended with nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. 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