Yogurt Cheese with Pita and Olives
Transform your appetizer game with this creamy and tangy Yogurt Cheese with Pita and Olives—a Mediterranean-inspired recipe that’s as simple as it is impressive. Made with rich, full-fat Greek yogurt, this dish is transformed into a luscious cheese through an effortless straining process. Infused with the bright flavors of fresh dill, lemon zest, and a drizzle of olive oil, the yogurt cheese pairs beautifully with warm, toasty pita bread and briny mixed olives. Perfect for entertaining or as a light snack, this dish offers the perfect blend of creamy, zesty, and savory. Ready in just 15 minutes of hands-on prep and ideal for dipping or spreading, this elegant crowd-pleaser is sure to become a favorite. Keywords: yogurt cheese, Mediterranean appetizer, Greek yogurt dip, pita bread recipe, olives and cheese platter.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 4 pieces Pita bread
- 150 grams Mixed olives (pitted)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 sheet Cheesecloth
Instructions
Place a large sheet of cheesecloth over a bowl, ensuring it hangs over the sides.
Scoop the Greek yogurt into the center of the cheesecloth. Sprinkle the salt evenly over the yogurt.
Gather the edges of the cheesecloth to form a bundle and tie it securely with a string or twist-tie.
Hang the yogurt-filled cheesecloth over a sink or place it over the bowl to drain, allowing the liquid (whey) to drip out. Let it drain for at least 8 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
After the draining time, unwrap the cheesecloth and transfer the thickened yogurt cheese into a mixing bowl.
Stir in olive oil, fresh dill, lemon zest, and ground black pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning if desired.
To serve, warm the pita bread lightly in a toaster or skillet.
Transfer the yogurt cheese to a serving dish and drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired.
Arrange the pita bread and mixed olives around the yogurt cheese and serve as a dip or spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1530 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.9 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 3466 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.4 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 68.5 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 646 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1063 mg | 23% | |
*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.
