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Middle Eastern Recipes

37 delicious recipes to explore

Tahini Sauce
Middle Eastern ⏱ 5 minutes

Tahini Sauce

A bright, creamy staple for drizzling over falafel or roasted vegetables

Artichoke-Lemon Hummus
Middle Eastern ⏱ 15 minutes

Artichoke-Lemon Hummus

A bright, vegetal twist on the classic chickpea spread

Classic Hummus
Middle Eastern ⏱ 15 minutes

Classic Hummus

A silky-smooth emulsion made from pantry staples

Couscous with Carrots, Raisins, and Pine Nuts
Middle Eastern ⏱ 15 minutes

Couscous with Carrots, Raisins, and Pine Nuts

A fragrant, jewel-toned grain dish brightened with citrus and toasted nuts

Couscous with Dates and Pistachios
Middle Eastern ⏱ 15 minutes

Couscous with Dates and Pistachios

A fragrant, jewel-toned side dish balanced with bright lemon and crunchy nuts.

Hummus with Smoked Paprika
Middle Eastern ⏱ 15 minutes

Hummus with Smoked Paprika

A silky, smoky variation of the classic dip finished with toasted pine nuts

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Middle Eastern ⏱ 15 minutes

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

A vibrant, smoky twist on the classic chickpea dip

Couscous with Dried Cherries and Pecans
Middle Eastern ⏱ 20 minutes

Couscous with Dried Cherries and Pecans

A nutty, spiced grain salad with bright pops of tart fruit

Parsnip Hummus
Middle Eastern ⏱ 20 minutes

Parsnip Hummus

Earthy parsnips bring a silky texture and subtle sweetness to this autumn-inspired spread

Homemade Pita Chips
Middle Eastern ⏱ 25 minutes

Homemade Pita Chips

Thin, shatteringly crisp wedges seasoned with olive oil and salt

Pita Bread Salad with Olives and Feta (Fattoush)
Middle Eastern ⏱ 25 minutes

Pita Bread Salad with Olives and Feta (Fattoush)

A bright, crunchy Levantine salad with toasted pita, fresh herbs, and salty cheese

Sweet Potato Hummus
Middle Eastern ⏱ 25 minutes

Sweet Potato Hummus

A vibrant, spice-forward twist on the classic chickpea dip

Persian-Style Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Middle Eastern ⏱ 30 minutes

Persian-Style Cucumber and Tomato Salad

A bright and crunchy mix of salted vegetables and leafy greens with a sharp garlic vinaigrette

Yogurt-Herb Sauce
Middle Eastern ⏱ 35 minutes

Yogurt-Herb Sauce

A bright, cooling condiment for spicy dishes and grilled vegetables

Middle Eastern Chopped Salad
Middle Eastern ⏱ 40 minutes

Middle Eastern Chopped Salad

A crisp, herbaceous medley with a bright garlic vinaigrette

Classic Creamy Hummus
Middle Eastern ⏱ 45 minutes

Classic Creamy Hummus

A silky-smooth spread with bright lemon and earthy tahini

Muhammara
Middle Eastern ⏱ 45 minutes

Muhammara

Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za’atar and Parsley
Middle Eastern ⏱ 45 minutes

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za’atar and Parsley

A vibrant, spice-forward side that pairs caramelized squash with bright lemon and earthy herbs.

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za’atar and Parsley
Middle Eastern ⏱ 45 minutes

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za’atar and Parsley

Warm roasted squash tossed with Middle Eastern spices, toasted pepitas, and bright pomegranate seeds.

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za’atar and Parsley
Middle Eastern ⏱ 45 minutes

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za’atar and Parsley

Earthy roasted squash brightened with Middle Eastern spices and fresh herbs

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za'atar and Pepitas
Middle Eastern ⏱ 55 minutes

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za'atar and Pepitas

Caramelized squash tossed with bright lemon dressing and savory Middle Eastern spices.

Baba Ghanoush
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour

Baba Ghanoush

A smoky, savory roasted eggplant dip with tahini and lemon

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za’atar and Pepitas
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Za’atar and Pepitas

Caramelized squash tossed with bright lemon dressing and herbal za’atar

Roasted Eggplant Dip
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour 15 minutes

Roasted Eggplant Dip

A smoky, textured Mediterranean staple with nutty tahini and lemon

Roasted Garlic Hummus
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour 30 minutes

Roasted Garlic Hummus

A deep, mellow spread topped with golden garlic chips and infused oil

Bulgur Salad with Carrots and Almonds
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour 45 minutes

Bulgur Salad with Carrots and Almonds

A vibrant grain salad with toasted almonds and fresh herbs

Tabbouleh
Middle Eastern ⏱ 2 hours 15 minutes

Tabbouleh

A bright, herb-forward salad with tender cracked wheat

Herb-Heavy Tabbouleh
Middle Eastern ⏱ 2 hours 30 minutes

Herb-Heavy Tabbouleh

A vibrant Levantine salad where fresh parsley and mint take center stage

Honey-Walnut Yogurt Cheese
Middle Eastern ⏱ 12 hours 10 minutes

Honey-Walnut Yogurt Cheese

A sweet and nutty spread made from strained Greek yogurt

Saffron Rice with Roasted Cauliflower
Middle Eastern ⏱ 50 minutes

Saffron Rice with Roasted Cauliflower

A fragrant, herb-flecked pilaf topped with warm-spiced florets

Baked Squash Kibbeh
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour 15 minutes

Baked Squash Kibbeh

A hearty vegetarian take on the classic Middle Eastern grain cake

Mujadara
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour 15 minutes

Mujadara

Spiced lentils and rice topped with a mountain of deeply caramelized onions

Mujadara
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour 15 minutes

Mujadara

Spiced rice and lentils with crispy caramelized onions

Lentils, Rice, and Crispy Onions (Mujaddara)
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour 20 minutes

Lentils, Rice, and Crispy Onions (Mujaddara)

A classic Middle Eastern pilaf topped with deeply caramelized, fried onions

Butternut Squash Kibbeh
Middle Eastern ⏱ 1 hour 50 minutes

Butternut Squash Kibbeh

A savory vegetarian take on the Levantine classic with bulgur and warm spices

Classic Herb Falafel
Middle Eastern ⏱ 9 hours

Classic Herb Falafel

Crispy, golden chickpea fritters with fresh herbs and warm spices

Traditional Falafel with Tahini Sauce
Middle Eastern ⏱ 9 hours 30 minutes

Traditional Falafel with Tahini Sauce

Crispy, herb-flecked chickpea fritters with a bright sesame dip