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

Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine yogurt, minced garlic, parsley, and dill in a bowl. Stir until herbs are evenly distributed.
Step 2
Transfer dip to a shallow serving bowl and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.
Step 3
Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the top in a thin stream, then scatter za'atar across the surface.
Step 4
Drizzle remaining 2 tbsp olive oil in a light swirl, pressing the za'atar into the dip slightly.
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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