Baby Beets with Labneh and Dukkah Recipe
A simple and refreshing recipe featuring tender baby beets served with creamy labneh, garnished with chopped dill and crunchy dukkah, drizzled with olive oil for a flavorful and nutritious dish perfect as a light appetizer or side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes if cooking raw beets, 0 minutes if using pre-cooked beets
- Total Time: 40-50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 tub labneh (350g)
- 1 packet baby beets (approximately 250-300g)
- 1 tsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp dukkah
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the baby beets: Rinse the baby beets thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. If the beets are raw, cook them by boiling in water for 30-40 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork. If using pre-cooked baby beets, simply rinse and pat dry.
- Slice the beets: Once the baby beets are cooked and cooled, slice them into halves or quarters depending on size, to ensure easy serving and tasting.
- Arrange the labneh: Spread the labneh evenly on a serving plate or shallow bowl to form a creamy base.
- Top with beets: Place the sliced baby beets evenly over the labneh layer.
- Add herbs and seasoning: Sprinkle the chopped dill generously over the beets for freshness and aroma.
- Sprinkle dukkah and drizzle olive oil: Finish by sprinkling dukkah over the dish to add crunch and nutty flavor, then drizzle the olive oil evenly across the top.
- Serve immediately: Serve the baby beets with labneh at room temperature or chilled as a delicious appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- Dukkah is a Middle Eastern spice mix made from nuts, seeds, and spices; you can purchase it ready-made or make your own blend.
- Labneh is a strained yogurt cheese that offers a creamy tangy flavor; it can be substituted with Greek yogurt if necessary but labneh is preferred for authenticity.
- For added texture, consider garnishing with toasted pine nuts or fresh herbs like mint alongside dill.
- Serve with warm pita bread or crackers for a complete appetizer experience.
- Baby beets may be bought pre-cooked to save preparation time.
