Homemade Za'atar

Name: Homemade Za'atar
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 8 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons sesame seeds; 3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves; 1 tablespoon sumac powder; 0.5 teaspoon salt

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This za'atar spice recipe is easy to make at home from scratch with just four ingredients and is a great substitute for store-bought. While in Lebanon wild thyme is used, regular thyme from the supermarket or your garden makes a fine substitute. Za'atar refers both to the thyme plant itself, as well as this spice mix.

Recipe by Serena

Updated on August 22, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

3 mins

Total Time:

8 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 tablespoons

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon sumac powder
½ teaspoon salt

Directions

Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until just golden, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Combine sesame seeds, thyme leaves, sumac, and salt in a bowl and stir until well combined.

Cook's Notes:

Za'atar spice mix can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

For a simple and delicious way to use za'atar, sprinkle the spice mixture over a plate of labneh and drizzle with olive oil. Serve with pita bread as a dip.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

29	Calories
2g	Fat
2g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 29
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g	3%
Saturated Fat 0g	2%
Sodium 195mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Protein 1g
Vitamin C 2mg	10%
Calcium 60mg	5%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 40mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.