Labneh with Olive Oil and Zaatar

Ingredients

• 2 cups labneh
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon zaatar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon mint
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Place labneh in a mixing bowl.
2. 2Finely chop the fresh mint leaves.
3. 3Mince the garlic clove.
4. 4Add olive oil, zaatar, lemon juice, chopped mint, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the labneh. Mix until well combined.
5. 5Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
6. 6Before serving, give the labneh mixture a good stir.
7. 7Transfer the labneh to a serving plate. Using the back of a spoon, create a well in the center.
8. 8Drizzle additional olive oil over the labneh and sprinkle with more zaatar.
9. 9Garnish with extra mint leaves.
10. 10Serve with warm pita bread or fresh vegetables for dipping.