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Herby Haydari Dip with Za'atar Crust

Thick, garlicky Turkish yogurt dip packed with fresh herbs and a golden za'atar oil topping. Serve with warm pita, cucumber, and olives for a shareable mezze starter.

Total time
10 min
Servings
6
Calories
145
Protein
8g
Herby Haydari Dip with Za'atar Crust
freshcasualturkishvegetariangluten-freevegetariancreamysmooth

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Combine yogurt, minced garlic, parsley, and dill in a bowl. Stir until herbs are evenly distributed.

  2. Step 2

    Transfer dip to a shallow serving bowl and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.

  3. Step 3

    Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the top in a thin stream, then scatter za'atar across the surface.

  4. Step 4

    Drizzle remaining 2 tbsp olive oil in a light swirl, pressing the za'atar into the dip slightly.

  5. Step 5

    Serve immediately with warm pita bread, sliced cucumber, green olives, and extra za'atar on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • mixing bowl
  • wooden spoon or whisk
  • shallow serving bowl
  • spoon for smoothing

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