Cacik

Yogurt, cucumber & mint dip. Preparation time: 10 minutes + chilling. Serves: 4. `Cacik' in Turkey, or `Tzatziki' in Greece, is one of the best known appetisers in either cuisine. Extremely refreshing and fragrant because of the aroma of the mint, it's served with kebabs; fried slices of courgettes and aubergines; roast chicken, lamb or with meze. Deliciously thick, creamy yogurt, made from sheep's milk accounts for the wonderful texture and flavour of the dish.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon wine vinegar
1 clove of garlic, crushed
175 g (6 oz) natural yogurt
5 cm (2-inch) piece of cucumber, diced finely or grated coarsely
3-4 fresh mint leaves, chopped finely, or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint
salt
Preparation
Lightly beat the oil, vinegar and garlic with a fork in a bowl; add the yogurt and beat until smooth and well amalgamated. Add the cucumber, salt and the chopped mint and mix well. Serve chilled.