Baked Cheese Manakish

Baked Cheese Manakish is a delightful Lebanese flatbread topped with a savory blend of cheeses and aromatic herbs. This high-protein dish is perfect for a satisfying snack or light meal.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Warm water - 120 ml
• Active dry yeast - 5 grams
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Salt - 5 grams
• Zaatar - 10 grams
• Feta cheese - 75 grams, crumbled
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Greek yogurt - 50 grams
• Black olives - 30 grams, sliced

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal pieces. Roll each piece into a flat round shape (about 20 cm in diameter).
6. Spread Greek yogurt evenly over the surface of each dough round, leaving a small border around the edges.
7. Sprinkle crumbled feta and shredded mozzarella cheese on top, then add zaatar and sliced black olives.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.12 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from cheese and yogurt to support muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and cheese, which can aid in heart health.

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