Lebna with Dried Figs

Lebna sounds exotic, but it’s just strained Greek yogurt.
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lebna with dried figs

Recipe by Darren Carbone and Sue Torres

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  • Makes about 2 cupsServings

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Greek yogurt
  • 1 1/4 cups chopped stemmed dried figs
  • 3 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. agave syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp. (scant) sea salt

Preparation

Line a strainer with cheesecloth; set over a bowl. Add the yogurt, cover with plastic wrap, and let drain in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours or up to 2 days. Transfer the lebna to a medium bowl. Mix in the figs, agave syrup and salt.    

Dip It! Try it with apple slices, strawberries, and dried mango strips.