Labneh with Za'atar

Name: Labneh with Za'atar
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups plain whole milk yogurt; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons za'atar spice blend; 3 tablespoons olive oil

Creamy, tangy strained yogurt drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled generously with aromatic za'atar spice blend.

Levantine⏱ 10 min⚠ Contains 1 allergen(s)

✨ High in fat✨ Good source of calcium

Ingredients

Plain whole milk yogurt2 cups
Salt1/4 teaspoon
Za'atar spice blend2 tablespoons
Olive oil3 tablespoons

Nutrition (per serving, makes 4)

Calories185 kcal

Protein5 g

Carbs7.1 g

Fat15.5 g

Fiber0.7 g

Sugar5.8 g

Sodium250 mg

Vitamin C0 mg

Iron0.5 mg

Calcium170 mg

Potassium206 mg

Estimated values.

Steps

1Line a colander with cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel and set it over a bowl.
2Mix the yogurt with salt, then pour the salted yogurt into the lined colander.
3Gather the corners of the cheesecloth and tie them, or cover with plastic wrap, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to drain the whey.
4Discard the drained liquid and transfer the thickened labneh to a serving dish.
5Create a shallow well in the center of the labneh, drizzle generously with olive oil, and sprinkle abundantly with za'atar.
6Serve with pita bread or fresh vegetables for dipping.