Labneh with Za’atar
This Middle Eastern-inspired spread is made with yogurt and mixed spices. It’s delicious served on crackers, with vegetable crudités or simply coated with za’atar, as we’ve done here.
Instructions
-
1
In a bowl, combine the yogurt and lemon juice. Season lightly with salt.
-
2
Place a sieve lined with a coffee filter over a bowl. Pour the yogurt mixture into the sieve. Cover with plastic wrap. Let strain for 8 to 12 hours or overnight in the refrigerator. Discard any liquid. The labneh will keep for 1 week in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
-
3
Place the za’atar in a bowl.
-
4
Using a 1-tbsp (15 ml) ice cream scoop, shape the labneh mixture into balls and roll one at a time in the spices. Place on a plate. Drizzle with olive oil.
This Middle Eastern-inspired spread is made with yogurt and mixed spices. It’s delicious served on crackers, with vegetable crudités or simply coated with za’atar, as we’ve done here.