Deconstructed Hummus Salad is a simple chickpea salad with all the components of a great hummus, and I think you’ll find lots of other uses for the creamy lemon tahini dressing,…
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My Jeweled Tabbouleh Salad is a healthy Mediterranean cracked wheat recipe studded with colorful, gem-like dried fruits and nuts. This festive no mayo whole grain salad is perfect for both holiday…
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Hummus with Forty Cloves is full-bodied but surprisingly mellow…the secret is a long slow roasting of all that garlic! This conversation starting appetizer is guaranteed to be the hit of your next party!…
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Hummus with Turkey and Zucchini Meatballs ~ I made a meal out of my favorite creamy hummus appetizer simply by topping it with tender turkey meatballs lightened up with fresh shredded…
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Jalapeño Goat Cheese is a super simple but unusual cheese spread and an easy appetizer that will have you coming back for more…and more!…
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Israeli Chopped Salad ~ this healthy Middle Eastern chopped vegetable salad is the perfect dish for summer gatherings because there’s no mayo to spoil, and the veggies retain their crunch for…
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Tabbouleh is a fresh wheat and parsley salad that has been a fixture of Middle Eastern cuisine for centuries. This delicious classic salad never gets old……
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Cilantro Hummus is a fresh vibrant take on one of the healthiest and most versatile vegan appetizers out there. Vibrant cilantro brightens up a traditional Middle Eastern chickpea dip and gives…
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I’ll show you how to make perfect homemade pita bread ~ it’s so much easier than you think! Homemade Middle Eastern flatbread is so much fun you’ll never go back to…
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Crushed Lentils with Tahini and Cumin ~ if you love hummus, try this healthy Middle Eastern lentil appetizer from Yotam Ottolenghi! It’s a warm dip that’s hearty, satisfying, and so delicious.…
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Ottolenghi’s Mejadra recipe is serious comfort food, Middle Eastern style. Mejadra, (or Mujaddara) is a hearty vegan and gluten free basmati rice and lentil dish that’s sustained Muslims, Christians, and Jews…
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My Fresh Basil Hummus recipe is a vibrant version of the traditional Middle Eastern bean dip, infused with lots of leafy green basil. This vegan appetizer is super healthy, and really…
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Chickpea Fries with Yogurt Tahini Dip are a magical combination of crispy and creamy ~ this Middle Eastern appetizer is always a hit!…
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Turkey and Zucchini Burgers with Green Onion and Cumin marry plant based ingredients with meat deliciously! It’s a Yotam Ottolenghi favorite.…
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Smokey Baba Ganoush is a wonderfully rich and creamy Middle Eastern eggplant dip that might just give hummus a run for its money! This healthy vegan appetizer is easy to make,…
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Cardamom and Brandy Poached Figs is a simple, luxurious fresh fruit dessert that takes just minutes to put together ~ it’s the perfect light ending to a summer meal!…
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Chicken with Caramelized Onion and Cardamom Rice is a Yotam Ottolenghi recipe, and probably the most requested meal in my house ~ it’s a comforting chicken dinner and a must-make!…
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Sabih with Zhoug, Tahini Sauce,and Mediterranean Chopped Salad ~ this is fast food straight from the streets, and pages, of Jerusalem the city, and Jerusalem the cookbook. I’ve made lots of…
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Meatball, Tomato and Egg Tagine with Lemon Saffron Couscous ~ a classic Moroccan dish. …
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Garden Pea Hummus is a twist on middle eastern chickpea dip ~ garden peas brighten up plain hummus and add a bright green hue!…
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Roasted Chicken with Clementines is a masterful Yotam Ottolenghi recipe from his seminal cookbook, Jerusalem. This easy sheet pan chicken dinner has layer upon layer of flavor punctuated by those gorgeous…
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How to Preserve Lemons ~ Moroccan preserved lemons is a unique condiment that brightens up a lot of Middle Eastern recipes but can be hard to find in stores ~ I’ll…
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This Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a gutsy dip, loaded with flavor and color. It builds on the classic chickpea bean dip with layer upon layer of Mediterranean ingredients.…
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This Basmati and Wild Rice with chickpeas, currants and herbs is a naturally vegan and gluten free rice pilaf, and makes a stunning side dish or hearty vegetarian main course.…
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Mini Lamb Koftas with Pomegranate Wine Sauce ~ a delicious appetizer inspired by one of the Middle East’s favorite meatballs! Koftas are ground and spiced lamb, shaped into balls or ovals,…
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Persian Mixed Herb Frittata (Kuku Sabzi) is a traditional Middle Eastern egg dish that is literally loaded with fresh herbs!…
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How to Make Pomegranate Molasses ~ an easy method for making this authentic classic Middle Eastern condiment right in your own kitchen with pomegranate juice!…
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Persian Jeweled Rice is a spectacular rice pilaf topped with colorful gem-like fruits and nuts. This popular Middle Eastern wedding dish is a celebration in itself ~ it’s gluten free, vegan,…
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Sfeeha: Middle Eastern Lamb and Pine Nut Pies with Tzatziki ~ deliciously little appetizer pastries filled with spiced ground lamb and pine nuts.…
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How to Make Turkish Coffee ~ the perfect cup of coffee might not be from Starbucks after all ~ this sensuous Middle Eastern cardamom laced coffee is full-bodied, fragrant, and utterly…
