Herbed Yogurt Cheese
Transform your plain yogurt into a creamy, tangy, and flavor-packed delight with this Herbed Yogurt Cheese recipe. By gently straining full-fat yogurt overnight, you create a luscious cheese-like spread that's elevated with the bright, fresh flavors of parsley, dill, chives, and minced garlic. Infused with a hint of olive oil and a dash of salt and pepper, this easy-to-make recipe is both wholesome and versatile. Serve it as a spread on crusty bread, a dip for crisp veggies, or a topping for grilled meats. Ready in just 15 minutes of hands-on time, this DIY yogurt cheese makes an elegant yet simple appetizer, perfect for entertaining or everyday snacking. Healthy, herby, and irresistibly creamy—it’s a must-try for any cheese or yogurt enthusiast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Plain full-fat yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Place a fine-mesh sieve or colander over a large bowl and line it with a double layer of cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel.
Pour the yogurt into the prepared sieve, spreading it out evenly.
Gather the ends of the cheesecloth and twist them together to form a pouch. Secure the pouch with a rubber band or kitchen twine.
Place the bowl with the yogurt pouch in the refrigerator and let it drain for 12-24 hours, depending on how thick you want the cheese. Discard the liquid (whey) that collects in the bowl.
Transfer the drained yogurt (now yogurt cheese) to a mixing bowl.
Stir in the salt, parsley, dill, chives, minced garlic, olive oil, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more herbs or salt to your preference.
Transfer the herbed yogurt cheese to a serving dish, drizzle with a little olive oil if desired, and garnish with additional fresh herbs.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Enjoy it as a spread, on crackers, or as a dip for vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.1 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.2 g | 111% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2818 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.8 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 1220 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1626 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
