INTRODUCTION:
Fresh Labneh with olives is a semisoft cheese with a stretchy, rubbery texture similar to balls of fresh mozzarella on your pizza Margherita or Indian paneer cheese. Traditionally, Fresh Labneh with olives is made from goat’s or sheep’s milk but cow’s milk is also used today. As for the flavor, it’s tangy and salty.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE:
It contains calcium and protein which helps keep bones healthy and may help reduce type 2 diabetes risk. It’s best to eat it in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
1-ounce (28-gram) serving of Fresh Labneh with olives contains the following nutrients:
Calories: 110
Carbs: 0 grams
Protein: 7 grams
Fat: 9 grams
Calcium: 25% of the DV
Sodium: 15% of the DV
USAGE:
This makes it an excellent cheese for frying or grilling and serving either as or with vegetables, or as an ingredient in salads or sandwiches.
Serve it with sliced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, fresh mint, zaatar, and a drizzle of olive oil.
STORAGE:
Fresh Labneh with olives will keep in the refrigerator for as long as a year, if it’s unopened. Once opened, store it in the refrigerator in salt water in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
