Labneh
Strained yogurt cheese, thick and tangy, central to Levantine breakfasts.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of labneh for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 174 kcal per 100 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 174 kcal | 174 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g | 8 g | 4.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 5 g | 5 g | 2.9 g |
| Fat | 14 g | 14 g | 8 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of labneh, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (100 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 90 µg | 90 µg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8 mg | 0.8 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04 mg | 0.04 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2 µg | 0.2 µg | <1% |
| Thiamin | 0.044 mg | 0.044 mg | 4% |
| Riboflavin | 0.23 mg | 0.23 mg | 18% |
| Niacin | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.055 mg | 0.055 mg | 3% |
| Folate | 12 µg | 12 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.52 µg | 0.52 µg | 22% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.47 mg | 0.47 mg | 9% |
| Choline | 15.2 mg | 15.2 mg | 3% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 115 mg | 115 mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.04 mg | 0.04 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 11 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 137 mg | 137 mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 141 mg | 141 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 34 mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg | 0.6 mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 12.4 µg | 12.4 µg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.021 mg | 0.021 mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.007 mg | 0.007 mg | <1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Yogurt, Greek, plain, lowfat
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat labneh?
- Live cultures plus a good hit of protein.
- Rich enough to replace butter on bread.
How to include it
- Spread on flatbread with olive oil and za'atar.
- Use as a dip for vegetables.
Things to consider
- Higher in fat than plain yogurt.
- Often served with generous olive oil on top.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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