Labneh Spread
Recipe by Jenn Fillenworth, MS, RDN of Jenny With the Good Eats
- Prep time 5 minutes
- Servings 6
Ingredients
- 12 ounces yogurt, whole milk Greek
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- sea salt, for garnish
- Fresh herbs, for garnish
This traditional Middle Eastern spread is delicious and fresh tasting. Serve with grilled pita and assorted vegetables for an appetizer.
Instructions
- Mix together Greek yogurt, salt, and lemon juice.
- Transfer mixture to a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth.
- Wrap the mixture in the cheesecloth and let strain in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours over a bowl. The longer it strains, the thicker it will become.
- Once thickened, remove from cheese cloth and top the spread with olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, and fresh herbs.
- Serve with grilled pita and assorted seasonal vegetables.
Nutritional Information
- Serving size: 2 tablespoons dip
- Calories: 80
- Carbohydrate: 4g (1%)
- Protein: 2g (4%)
- Total Fat: 7g (11%)
- Saturated Fat: 2g (10%)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: <5mg (0%)
- Sodium: 20mg (1%)
- Dietary Fiber: 0g (0%)
- Calcium: 4%
*These values are approximate. Per serving, based on a 2,000 Calorie diet.
