Guests are coming, time is short, but you want a table full of flavor… These easy yogurt meze recipes are exactly what you need! All are ready in under 10 minutes, made with natural ingredients, and inspired by the most loved flavors at Ceviz Ev Yapımı stores. No packaged sauces, no ready mixes – just fresh vegetables, yogurt, olive oil, and a touch of walnuts for incredible taste.
1. Yogurt Roasted Eggplant (8 Minutes)
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 3 roasted eggplants (pre-roasted or canned)
- 300 g strained yogurt
- 1–2 garlic cloves (crushed)
- Salt, olive oil, dried mint
Instructions:
Peel and finely chop the eggplants. Mix yogurt, garlic, and salt. Add chopped eggplant, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle mint. Chill in the fridge for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Ceviz Ev Yapımı twist: We sprinkle lightly crushed walnuts on top for extra crunch and flavor.
2. Carrot Tarator (7 Minutes)
Ingredients:
- 4 medium carrots (grated)
- 400 g strained yogurt
- 1 garlic clove
- Olive oil, salt, dill
Instructions:
Grate carrots, lightly salt them, and squeeze out excess water. Mix yogurt and garlic, then add carrots. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle dill. Let it rest 5 minutes before serving.
Tip: Finer grating makes the flavor more intense.
3. Zucchini Borani (10 Minutes)
Ingredients:
- 3 zucchinis (grated)
- 300 g strained yogurt
- 50 g crushed walnuts
- Olive oil, salt, dill
Instructions:
Grate zucchini, salt it, and squeeze out water. Sauté lightly in olive oil for 3–4 minutes. Let cool, then mix with yogurt, walnuts, and dill. Serve immediately.
Ceviz Ev Yapımı twist: Walnuts add both flavor and healthy fats.
4. Haydari (5 Minutes)
Ingredients:
- 500 g strained yogurt
- 2 tbsp dried mint (or fresh)
- Olive oil, salt
Instructions:
Place yogurt in a bowl, add mint and salt, mix well. Drizzle generously with olive oil. Optional: sprinkle some crushed walnuts on top.
Ceviz Ev Yapımı twist: We use fresh mint when available – the aroma is much stronger.
5. Sweet Atom (Yogurt & Sun-Dried Tomato) – 6 Minutes
Ingredients:
- 150 g sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 300 g strained yogurt
- 50 g crushed walnuts
- Roasted red pepper (optional)
- Olive oil, salt
Instructions:
Mix chopped sun-dried tomatoes and roasted pepper into yogurt. Add walnuts and olive oil. Sprinkle more walnuts on top and serve.
Tip: Soak sun-dried tomatoes in water beforehand for softer texture.
Why These Recipes Are Ceviz Ev Yapımı Style?
These yogurt-based mezes are prepared fresh every day in our stores using natural yogurt, seasonal vegetables, and freshly cracked walnuts. No packaged sauces or artificial mixes – everything is handmade, sincere, and full of heart.
Try them at home with the recipes above, or visit our stores to taste them fresh!
For more easy recipes and meze ideas, visit our Homemade Recipes category.