Syrian Yogurt with Walnuts, Mint & Garlic
If you like tzaziki, I think this dish is more delicious and interesting. The mint-walnut combo is unusual but perfect.
Ingredients
- 1/2 - 2/3 cup walnuts
- 1 - 1 1/2 cups plain, thick yogurt (Lebanese labneh or Greek yogurt)
- 1 large bunch fresh mint
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- big pinches of salt to taste
- grated zest of 1 lemon, optional
Garnishes
- mint sprigs
- drizzle of olive oil
Instructions
- Toast the walnuts in an oven or toaster oven at 300F for about 5-10 minutes, until fragrant but not too brown. Roughly chop the walnuts.
- Combine the walnuts in a bowl with the yogurt, mint, garlic, salt, and optional lemon zest. Stir to combine and taste for balance.
- Serve in a pretty dish with mint leaves for garnish and an optional drizzle of olive oil. Serve as part of a mezze/appetizer spread with flatbread for dipping.