Baba Ghanoush
An appetizer made from eggplant, olive oil, lemon juice, and tahini. It is high in fibre and Omega-3. It can be eaten with bread or served as a dip.
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7 must-try traditional Middle Eastern foods for all vegetarians!
Koshari
Egypt’s national dish is made with rice, pasta, and lentils, usually topped with tomato sauce and garnished with fried onions. It is a rich source of carbs. It can also be served with garlic and hot sauce.
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Kashk Bademjan
It is a Persian dish made from drained yoghurt and eggplants. It is usually garnished with liquid saffron, sautéed onions, and walnuts. It is a high source of protein. It is eaten with bread and can be served either as an appetizer or as a main dish.
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Muhammara
It is a spicy dip made of walnuts, red bell peppers, pomegranate molasses and bread crumbs. It may be garnished with mint leaves or parsley. It is eaten as a dip with bread or spread on toast. It is a good source of vitamins and has little to no cholesterol.
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Falafel
It is a deep-fried dish made from ground chickpeas, fava beans, or both. It is usually served with bread, but can also be eaten as sandwiches or wraps. It is usually topped with salad and pickled vegetables. It is a good source of fibre and protein.
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Labneh with zaatar
Labneh is a source of protein and is known for boosting the immune system. It is usually served with zaatar, a combination of dry herbs. It can be served as it is and eaten with bread or baked in a pastry.
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Hummus
It is a dish made by blending chickpeas, tahinis, lemon juice and garlic. It is usually eaten as a dip, especially with other Middle Eastern dishes or with bread. It is high in fibre and proteins.
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