Pita with Labneh

Pita with Labneh is a traditional Lebanese breakfast dish that combines creamy, tangy labneh with warm, soft pita bread. This delightful meal is often garnished with fresh herbs and olive oil, making it a perfect start to the day.

Ingredients

• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Labneh - 200 grams
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh mint leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Za'atar spice - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cucumber - 1 small, sliced (optional)
• Tomato - 1 small, diced (optional)

Steps

1. Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes on each side until soft and slightly toasted.
2. While the pita is warming, in a serving bowl, mix the labneh with salt, black pepper, and za'atar spice to taste.
3. Once the pita is warm, cut it in half to create pockets or serve it whole.
4. Spread a generous amount of the seasoned labneh into each pita pocket or serve it on the side.
5. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the labneh and sprinkle the chopped mint and parsley on top.
6. Serve with cucumber slices and diced tomatoes on the side for a fresh accompaniment.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 240 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Labneh is a good source of protein and calcium, promoting bone health.
• The addition of fresh herbs like mint and parsley enhances digestion and provides antioxidants.

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