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Yogurt Cheese With Pita And Olives Recipe

Indulge in this vibrant and flavorful recipe! Homemade yogurt cheese, tangy and creamy, is paired with warm pita bread, juicy olives, and perfectly roasted tomatoes for a Mediterranean-inspired delight. Easy to make, yet impressive to serve, this recipe is perfect for a light lunch, appetizer, or a unique addition to your next dinner party.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 964 mins
Calories 428.1 kcal
Protein 34g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Yogurt Cheese With Pita And Olives

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How to Make Yogurt Cheese With Pita And Olives

  1. Line a fine-mesh strainer with 4 layers of cheesecloth, leaving 4 inches overhanging the sides. Place the strainer over a large bowl.
  2. Spoon 2 cups of plain Greek yogurt into the cheesecloth-lined strainer.
  3. Gather the cheesecloth and tie it securely. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to drain excess whey.
  4. While the yogurt drains, prepare the spice blend: In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon summer savory, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin.
  5. Preheat your broiler.
  6. Once the yogurt has drained, gently open the cheesecloth. Using a rubber spatula, transfer the thickened yogurt to a serving bowl.
  7. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the yogurt.
  8. Sprinkle the sesame seed mixture evenly over the yogurt.
  9. Cut 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes in half. Place them cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  10. Broil the tomatoes for 4-5 minutes, or until the skins begin to blister and blacken slightly, turning halfway through.
  11. Remove tomatoes from the broiler and let cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, gently peel off the skins and cut the tomatoes into wedges.
  12. Arrange the yogurt cheese in the center of a platter. Surround it with triangles of pita bread and your favorite olives (approximately 1/2 cup).
  13. Arrange the roasted tomato wedges around the pita and olives.
  14. (Optional) For a complete Mediterranean experience, add other elements to the platter such as crumbled feta cheese, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

91g

Fat

61g

Carbs

7g

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