Kabak Tarator

Name: Kabak Tarator
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 4 medium zucchini, grated; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup strained Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 1/2 tsp fine salt

A refreshing chilled meze of sauteed zucchini folded into garlic strained yogurt and dill, topped with walnuts.

25 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

TurkishAppetizerStovetopVegetarianMediterraneanLow CarbHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-FreeLow-Sodium

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Ingredients

4 medium zucchini, grated
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup strained Greek yogurt
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1/2 tsp fine salt

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2

Add 4 medium grated zucchini and saute for 6 to 8 minutes until liquid evaporates and zucchini softens.
3

Remove skillet from heat and allow the zucchini to cool completely.
4

In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup strained Greek yogurt, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp fine salt.
5

Fold cooled zucchini, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill into the yogurt mixture until evenly combined.

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Questions

What can I use instead of Greek yogurt in Kabak Tarator?

The entry for Kabak Tarator calls for 1 cup strained Greek yogurt. In its place: Sour cream, measure for measure, or regular yogurt strained for an hour.

Can I make Kabak Tarator dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Kabak Tarator is 1 cup strained Greek yogurt. Swap the yogurt for an unsweetened coconut or soy yogurt. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Kabak Tarator contain tree nuts?

Yes: 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Kabak Tarator?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 8 g of carbohydrate in about 180 calories, with 6 g protein and 14 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 320 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Kabak Tarator keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Kabak Tarator within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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