Labneh
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Végétarien Sans gluten Levantine

Labneh

A thick, tangy Levantine yogurt cheese finished with olive oil, mint, and a gentle dusting of za'atar. Serve it as a cool, creamy centerpiece for warm flatbread, vegetables, or grilled foods.

15 min 4 portions Medium
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Comment préparer

1
Line a fine-mesh sieve with two layers of clean cheesecloth and set it over a deep bowl. Stir the yogurt with the salt until evenly combined, then spoon it into the lined sieve.
2
Fold the cheesecloth over the yogurt, cover the bowl, and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, or until the yogurt is thick enough to hold a soft peak. Discard the collected whey or reserve it for another use.
Thick yogurt straining into labneh over a bowl Image générée par IA
3
Transfer the strained yogurt to a serving bowl and stir in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and the chopped mint. Mix just until smooth; do not overwork the yogurt.
4
Use the back of a spoon to spread the labneh into a shallow, wide layer, then make a small well in the center. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with za'atar.
Labneh spread with olive oil, mint, and za'atar Image générée par IA
5
Serve chilled or let the bowl stand at room temperature for 15 minutes for a softer, more yielding texture. Serve with warm pita and fresh vegetables.

Pourquoi cette recette fonctionne

Straining removes whey from yogurt, concentrating its tang and turning it into a smooth, spreadable cheese. Olive oil adds richness, while mint and za'atar provide a fresh, savory finish.

Conservation et réchauffage

Comment la conserver

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Keep the olive oil topping on the surface to help prevent drying, and use a clean spoon each time.

Comment la réchauffer

Do not reheat. Serve chilled or let it stand at room temperature for 15 minutes to soften slightly.

Nutrition / portion

246kcal
8,86 gprotéines
12,08 gglucides
18,64 glipides
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Publiée le 20 août 2026 · mise à jour le 21 août 2026