Middle Eastern Style Yogurt

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Middle Eastern Style Yogurt
10 min.
6
328kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your breakfast or brunch table with a touch of Middle Eastern flair, this Middle Eastern Style Yogurt recipe is a must-try! Bursting with flavors and textures, this dish demonstrates how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. Perfectly creamy whole-milk yogurt, meticulously drained to achieve a luscious texture, is enhanced by a fragrant blend of dried mint and thyme. The drizzle of golden extra-virgin olive oil and the satisfying crunch of toasted sesame seeds only add to this dish’s allure.

In just 10 minutes, you can prepare this delightful yogurt that serves as an excellent accompaniment to toasted pita or crispy crackers, making it a fantastic choice for a light morning meal or a vibrant brunch spread. At just 328 calories per serving, this vegetarian dish offers a delicious balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates!

Not only does this Middle Eastern Style Yogurt bring a flavorful experience, but it also packs a nutritional punch, making it an ideal pick for those seeking healthy yet enticing meals. Whether you're serving it for your family or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress and transport everyone’s taste buds to a sun-drenched morning in the heart of the Mediterranean.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon mint dried crumbled
  • 0.8 teaspoon thyme dried crumbled
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • servings wholewheat pita breads toasted
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 tablespoons sesame seed 
  • cups yogurt plain

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Line a sieve with a double layer of paper towels and set over a bowl.
  2. Whisk yogurt with salt and spoon into sieve.
  3. Let drain, covered and chilled, at least 12 hours and up to 2
  4. Meanwhile, toast sesame seeds in a dry small heavy skillet, shaking skillet occasionally, until golden, about 2 minutes.
  5. Whisk together oil, mint, and thyme in a bowl, then add toasted sesame seeds and chill, covered, up to 24 hours.
  6. Bring sesame mixture to room temperature, then drizzle it over lebneh (thickened yogurt).

Nutrition Facts

Calories328kcal
Protein13.59%
Fat38.37%
Carbs48.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.17
Glycemic Load
30.59
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.3521738467009%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:327.56kcal
16.38%
Fat:13.99g
21.52%
Saturated Fat:4.63g
28.91%
Carbohydrates:39.4g
13.13%
Net Carbohydrates:37.86g
13.77%
Sugar:7.62g
8.47%
Cholesterol:21.23mg
7.08%
Sodium:666.69mg
28.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.15g
22.29%
Calcium:269.15mg
26.91%
Phosphorus:222.55mg
22.25%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.26%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.23%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.24%
Zinc:1.6mg
10.66%
Magnesium:41.96mg
10.49%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.07%
Copper:0.19mg
9.65%
Potassium:332.48mg
9.5%
Vitamin B5:0.86mg
8.6%
Iron:1.43mg
7.92%
Vitamin E:1.12mg
7.47%
Vitamin B3:1.42mg
7.12%
Folate:27.6µg
6.9%
Vitamin K:6.68µg
6.37%
Fiber:1.54g
6.16%
Selenium:4.29µg
6.13%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.5%
Vitamin A:175.45IU
3.51%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.09%
Vitamin C:0.88mg
1.07%
Source:Epicurious