Low Fat Manakish

Discover a lighter twist on traditional Middle Eastern comfort food with this Low Fat Manakish recipe, a delightful flatbread featuring wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour and a za'atar topping blended with creamy low-fat yogurt, this recipe delivers the authentic taste of manakish while keeping it guilt-free. The dough, effortlessly prepared with a touch of olive oil for a soft and elastic texture, is baked to golden perfection in just 10 minutes. A perfect option for health-conscious foodies, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for breakfast, appetizers, or a savory snack. Serve warm or at room temperature and let the vibrant, aromatic za'atar spice blend take center stage.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 180 milliliters warm water
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons za'atar spice blend
• 2 tablespoons low fat yogurt

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 2

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add warm water and olive oil. Mix the ingredients together until a soft dough begins to form.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and roll each portion into a small ball.

Step 7

On a floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a circle approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 8

Place the rolled-out dough onto the prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl, mix the za'atar spice blend with low fat yogurt to create a paste.

Step 9

Spread a thin layer of the za'atar yogurt mixture evenly over the surface of each dough circle.

Step 10

Bake the manakish in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and the topping is aromatic.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(526.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1221.2

Total Fat 37.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1.8mg	0%
Sodium 2427.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.8g	0%
Total Sugars 8.5g
Protein 40.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.9mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 1285.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.3%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 61.2%