Homemade Labneh

Name: Homemade Labneh
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 2 d 5 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 32 ounces plain whole milk yogurt; ⅛ teaspoon salt; Za’atar; extra virgin olive oil

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Prep Time
5 mins
Straining Time
2 d
Total Time
2 d 5 mins
Servings
8 servings
Calories
69 kcal
Course
Appetizer, Condiments
Cuisine
Mediterranean, Lebanese, Arabian

Homemade Labneh

Xia Schmidt

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This homemade labneh is the perfect addition to a mezze board. It's a tangy Mediterranean yogurt cheese made with only two simple ingredients!

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Ingredients

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32 ounces plain whole milk yogurt
⅛ teaspoon salt
Za’atar for serving
extra virgin olive oil for serving

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Instructions

Line a fine strainer with a thick cheesecloth and set over a bowl.
Place the yogurt into the cheesecloth carefully and sprinkle it with salt. Stir to incorporate. Tie the cheesecloth on the top to prevent any air from entering into the yogurt.
Set aside the yogurt in the cheesecloth-lined strainer on the counter or in the refrigerator for 24-72 hours, depending on your desired thickness.
Remove the strained labneh from cheesecloth, and transfer it to a serving dish or bowl. Use the back of a spoon to make a swirly pattern on top of the labneh.

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Notes

The nutrition label does not include the extra olive oil for serving.
Storage: You can store homemade labneh in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However feel free to use Greek yogurt instead of whole milk yogurt if you'd prefer.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 69kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 88mg (4%) Potassium 176mg (5%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 112IU (2%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 137mg (14%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 69 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	69kcal	3%
Carbohydrates	5g	2%
Protein	4g	8%
Fat	4g	6%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.1g	1%
Monounsaturated Fat	1g	5%
Cholesterol	15mg	5%
Sodium	88mg	4%
Potassium	176mg	4%
Sugar	5g	10%
Vitamin A	112IU	2%
Vitamin C	1mg	1%
Calcium	137mg	14%
Iron	0.1mg	1%