Refreshing Cold Tarator Soup (Bulgarian Yogurt Cucumber Soup)
Refreshing Cold Tarator Soup is a traditional Bulgarian yogurt and cucumber soup that’s light, healthy, and perfect for hot days. Made with fresh cucumbers, creamy Greek yogurt, and a touch of garlic, it’s easy to prepare and naturally cooling
Ingredients
- 300 g Greek yogurt
- 3 small cucumbers or 2 large cucumbers peeled and grated
- ½ green bell pepper finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves finely grated
- 600 ml cold boiled water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste about 1 tsp
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Ice cubes as needed
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts optional, for garnish
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Peel the cucumbers and grate them coarsely.
- Finely grate the garlic and chop the green bell pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated cucumber, garlic, chopped pepper, Greek yogurt, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Add the cold boiled water and stir until everything is combined.
- Add ice cubes to chill the soup before serving.
- Serve cold, garnished with chopped walnuts and fresh parsley or dill if desired.
Notes
Use cold boiled water to keep the soup fresh and safe.
Adjust salt according to your taste; the soup should be pleasantly salty.
You can substitute walnuts with toasted sunflower seeds or omit nuts altogether for a nut-free version.