Easy Loaded Labneh Dip

This quick and easy Loaded Labneh Dip is creamy, tangy, filled with flavor and the perfect appetizer or healthy snack.

this recipe

What Is Labneh? 

Labneh is a common ingredient in Middle Eastern recipes. Essentially, it is a type of strained yogurt that thick, creamy, and similar to a soft, spreadable whipped cream cheese. It has a mild, tangy flavor similar to Greek yogurt and is often used as a dip or condiment. 

This loaded labneh dip is a play on one of my favorite appetizers from one of my favorite local restaurants. It’s made with a few simple ingredients but packs a huge punch of flavor. The best part, it’s so easy to make and perfect for dipping!

Recipe Ingredients

Labneh: you’ll need eight ounces of labneh for this recipe. You can typically find it in the dairy section of your local grocery store.

Aromatics: chopped green onion and freshly grated garlic add a ton of flavor to the dip.

Lemon: fresh lemon juice and zest are a must to give the labneh dip a bright citrusy flavor. Don’t skip the fresh lemon zest!

Toppings: you can top the dip however you like but a bit of great-tasting olive oil, chopped fresh herbs, zatar seasoning, and toasted pine nuts really take it over the top.

How to Make This Loaded Labneh Dip Recipe

Step One: Add the labneh, chopped green onion, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to a small mixing bowl. 

Step Two: Stir until well combined. Then, give the dip a taste, and adjust the seasonings as needed. 

Step Three: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and toppings. Enjoy! 

Ways to Serve

Dips are so fun because there are endless ways that you can serve them. They’re prefect for both a quick personal snack or hosting a party. Here are a few of my favorite ways to enjoy this labneh dip: 

• Veggies – some of my favorites are carrots, celery sticks, bell pepper strips, radishes, cucumbers, snap peas, and tomatoes. 
• Crackers, Pretzels, or Chips – you can never go wrong with crunchy snacks for dipping. 
• Pita Bread – if you prefer a softer texture, pita bread makes a delicious dipper, too.
• Mezze Platter – arrange the dip in a small bowl on a platter with other Mediterranean-inspired dips and ingredients like hummus, baba ganoush, and olives. 

How to Store

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. If possible, leave off the toppings until just before serving. 

More Dip Recipes You’ll Love

• 5-Minute Cottage Cheese Dip
• Whipped Feta Dip
• Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
• Creamy White Bean Dip
• Smoked Salmon Dip
• Greek Yogurt French Onion Dip

I hope you give this Loaded Labneh Dip Reicpe a try! It’s creamy, tangy, and the perfect appetizer or snack. Leave a comment with a star rating below. You can also snap a photo & tag @allthehealthythings on INSTAGRAM. Your reviews and ratings help support All the Healthy Things and make it possible for me to continue to create the recipes you trust and love.

Print

Recipe by: Ashlea Carver / All the Healthy Things | Photography by: The Mindful Hapa