Thick Herbed Yogurt

• BASIC-EASY
• MAKE-AHEAD
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 4 cups plain whole milk yogurt (see Note)
2. 12 large scallions, finely chopped
3. 2 jalapeños, seeded and minced
4. 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
5. 2 garlic cloves, minced
6. Salt
7. 1 pomegranate, seeded (1 cup)
8. 2 tablespoons chopped dill
9. 2 tablespoons chopped mint
10. Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

1. Line a colander with cheesecloth or 2 sheets of damp paper towel. Set the colander over a bowl, add the yogurt and let drain in the refrigerator until thick, at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. In a bowl, mix the yogurt with the scallions, jalapeños, vinegar and garlic and season with salt. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the pomegranate seeds, dill and mint and drizzle generously with olive oil. Serve chilled or at room temperature.