Labneh Balls
85kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain whole-milk yogurt
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp za'atar
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh mint
Equipment
- Fine mesh strainer
- Cheesecloth
Method
- Line a fine-mesh strainer with cheesecloth and place it over a medium bowl. Mix yogurt and salt in the strainer, then let it drain in the refrigerator for 24 hours until thick and spreadable.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the strained yogurt and roll into smooth balls with clean hands.
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, za'atar, and red pepper flakes.
- Gently roll each yogurt ball in the seasoned oil mixture to coat evenly. Arrange on a serving plate, drizzle with remaining oil, and sprinkle with fresh mint just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories85kcalCarbohydrates3gProtein3gFat7gSaturated Fat2gCholesterol8mgSodium210mgPotassium120mgSugar2gVitamin A2IUVitamin C1mgCalcium10mgIron0.5mg
Notes
For best results, use whole-milk yogurt. If mixture feels sticky when rolling, lightly dampen hands with water. Flavors deepen when stored in oil for 1-2 days before serving.