variants
or less commonly labne
: yogurt that has been salted and strained until thick and that is typically eaten as a dip or spread often with toppings (such as olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, or mint)
Smear a good spoonful of labneh across a nice piece of warm bread.—
Hasan Semay
Hasan Semay… labneh is noticeably thicker than Greek yogurt, as well as richer in flavor, so it's not a direct substitute—especially when used as a spread or dip, or in baking.—Stephanie Ganz
Stephanie GanzI live for the classic combination of tangy labne; a seasonal fruit preserve, such as apricot; and a sprinkle of za'atar and sea salt!—Lena Sarieni, quoted in Bon Appétit
Lena Sarieni, quoted in Bon AppétitWhite Moustache makes several yogurts and labneh (yogurt cheese), some unflavored and some with savory spices and herbs …—Jeffrey Steingarten
Jeffrey Steingarten… labne, a thick strained yogurt that is a Lebanese staple.—Neil MacFarquhar
Neil MacFarquharExamples of labneh in a Sentence
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Meanwhile, whisk 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt or labneh, 2 tsp.
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Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 June 2026
Meanwhile roasted carrots' natural sweetness is highlighted by a refreshing drizzle of herby labneh.
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Natalie Hoy,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
The milk needs to be ready for when the dairywomen arrive to make yogurt and labneh.
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Literary Hub,
23 Apr. 2026
Remove the labneh from the cheesecloth and transfer to a glass container.
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Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
21 Apr. 2026
The za’atar and labneh croissant, possibly my favorite, transforms a nice buttery pastry into a dramatically dark yet searingly brilliant statement.
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Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
Add labneh and pulse until blended.
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Faye Levy,
Oc Register,
11 Feb. 2026
Season one-fourth cup of labneh with garlic salt and a hint of chili powder while the sprouts are baking.
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Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
25 Dec. 2025
Enjoy with labneh, creme fraiche or sour cream and apple sauce.
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Kathryn Gregory,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Dec. 2025
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Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 June 2026
Meanwhile roasted carrots' natural sweetness is highlighted by a refreshing drizzle of herby labneh.
—
Natalie Hoy,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
The milk needs to be ready for when the dairywomen arrive to make yogurt and labneh.
—
Literary Hub,
23 Apr. 2026
Remove the labneh from the cheesecloth and transfer to a glass container.
—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
21 Apr. 2026
The za’atar and labneh croissant, possibly my favorite, transforms a nice buttery pastry into a dramatically dark yet searingly brilliant statement.
—
Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
Add labneh and pulse until blended.
—
Faye Levy,
Oc Register,
11 Feb. 2026
Season one-fourth cup of labneh with garlic salt and a hint of chili powder while the sprouts are baking.
—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
25 Dec. 2025
Enjoy with labneh, creme fraiche or sour cream and apple sauce.
—
Kathryn Gregory,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Dec. 2025
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“Labneh.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/labneh. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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