Labneh Balls - Salty and Sweet

Ingredients

10 servings

Labneh

salt

sugar

Spices (one or more) for Flavors - Salty balls

sumac

Mint Flakes

parsley flakes

Thyme Flakes

chili flakes

aleppo pepper

smoked paprika

everything bagel seasoning

za'atar

Harissa Spice

dukkah

Dried Lime Powder

nigella seeds

garlic flakes

Spices (one or more) for Flavors - Sweet balls

Pistachios

Toasted and Crushed or Cut

Almonds

Toasted and Crushed or Cut

Walnut

toasted and cut into pieces

Apricot

Dried, Cut into pieces

Figs

Dry, Cut into pieces

Raspberry

Dried, Cut into pieces

Strawberry

Dried, Cut into pieces

Blueberry

Dried, Cut into pieces

Pomegranate Seeds

or powder

rose petals

sesame seeds

toasted

lemon zest

Ginger

Dry, Flakes or powder

Instructions

Prepare Labneh balls - Salty

Step 2

With well-oiled hands, take labneh balls and roll into small balls

Prepare Labneh balls - Sweet

Step 4

With well-oiled hands, take labneh balls and roll into small balls

Coat balls with Flavor

Step 6

Roll each ball in a different spice mixture.

Preserve for use

Step 8

Fill olive oil in the container till all balls are fully dipped into oil

Serve & Use

Step 9

Classic Mezze: Spread on a plate, drizzle generously with good olive oil. Serve with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables (cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes).

Step 10

Add them to salads as side. Dollop onto grain bowls or salads for creaminess

Step 11

Versatile, savory snack perfect for dipping, topping, or stuffing into wraps.

Step 12

Substitute for cream cheese or mascarpone

Step 13

Thin it with lemon juice and water for a creating a tangy dressing.