Looking for a quick and versatile appetizer? I’ve got you covered with this easy recipe featuring labneh, a creamy Mediterranean cheese made from Greek yogurt.

It’s perfect for enjoying fresh seasonal vegetables, and I love how it can be customized with sweet or savory toppings.

I like to top mine with seasoned pistachios and parsley, but you can also mix in honey, herbs, or spices for a delicious twist.

It’s a great addition to any party meal, too.

A labneh veggie board, created from a Skip to My Lou recipe. — This Labneh veggie board is the perfect appetizer!

Labneh Veggie Board Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to create this tasty appetizer.

1 c. whole milk Greek yogurt
2 t. sea salt
½ c. pistachios, chopped
1 t. ground cardamom
1 T. high-quality extra virgin olive oil
1 T. fresh parsley, finely chopped
Assortment of sliced fresh vegetables and pita wedges, to serve

Creating A Labneh Veggie Board Step-by-Step

Step 1: Start by lining a mini-strainer with some cheesecloth, you’ll need that later. Place the Greek yogurt in a bowl.

Greek yogurt in a white bowl. — Place the Greek yogurt in a bowl.

Step 2: Combine the Greek yogurt and salt in a medium bowl and stir with a fork to combine fully.

Salt about to be added to the Greek yoghurt. — Time to combine the yogurt and salt.

Greek yogurt in a bowl with salt on top. — Throw the salt on top of the yogurt.

A fork being used to combine the Greek yogurt and salt. — Use a fork to combine the Greek yogurt and salt fully.

Step 3: Transfer the salted yogurt to the strainer and cover with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator to strain for 2-3 days.

Greek yogurt in a strainer, after which it is placed in a fridge for 2-3 days to drain all the liquid. — Place the yogurt in a strainer, and put it in the fridge for 2-3 days to drain all the liquid.

Step 4: When ready to serve, place the chopped pistachios in a small bowl and top with the cardamom. Stir to combine and set aside. When ready to serve, remove the labneh from the refrigerator and transfer to a small serving dish. Spread into an even layer and drizzle with the olive oil.

Labneh placed in a small dish and spread evenly. — Place the labneh in a small dish and spread evenly.

Step 5: Drizzle the olive oil over the labneh.

Labineh drizzled with olive oil. — Drizzle with olive oil.

Step 6: Add the chopped pistachios and sprinkle with the fresh parsley. Serve immediately with an assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables and some pita wedges on the side. Enjoy!

A labneh topped with chopped pistachios and parsley. — Sprinkle the labneh with the chopped pistachios and chopped parsley. Serve with either chopped vegetables or fruit.

Enjoy your super tasty labneh!

Labneh Veggie Board

Need a super easy appetizer that can be modified to work with either sweet or savory sides? Give this one a try. It is the perfect way to enjoy fresh seasonal vegetables straight from the garden without overpowering their flavor.

Labneh is a simple homemade Mediterranean cheese made with Greek yogurt. (Regular yogurt can be used, as well, but the thicker texture of Greek yogurt works better for this application). This recipe features plain labneh topped with some crunchy seasoned pistachios and fresh parsley. Consider stirring in a drizzle of honey or some fresh herbs, spices, lemon zest, and/or roasted garlic for a delicious alternative.

Prep Time 15

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Equipment

Cheesecloth
Strainer

Ingredients

▢ 1 c. Whole milk Greek yogurt
▢ 2 t. Sea salt
▢ 1/2 c. Pistachios, chopped
▢ 1 t. Ground cardamom
▢ 1 T. High-quality extra virgin olive oil
▢ 1 T. Fresh parsley, finely chopped
▢ Assortment of sliced fresh vegetables and pita wedges, to serve

Instructions

Line a mini-strainer with some clean cheesecloth. Combine the Greek yogurt and salt in a medium bowl and stir to combine. Transfer the salted yogurt to the strainer and cover with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator to strain for 2-3 days.
When ready to serve, place the chopped pistachios in a small bowl and top with the cardamom. Stir to combine and set aside.
Remove the labneh from the refrigerator and transfer to a small serving dish. Spread into an even layer and drizzle with the olive oil.
Add the chopped pistachios and sprinkle with the fresh parsley. Serve immediately with an assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables and some pita wedges on the side. Enjoy!

Servings:

Course: Appetizer

Author: Cindy Hopper

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Labneh Veggie Board Ingredients

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