Healthy & Satisfying Middle Eastern Recipes

A chef's collection of Lebanese classics, from mezze like hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel and fattoush to hearty mains and simple desserts. Every recipe comes with clear steps plus a guide to the pantry staples and spice blends behind the flavors.

Demetrios Haralambatos

Eight essential Levantine recipes for a full table at home: hummus, moutabbal, tabbouleh and fattoush, plus garlic and lemon chicken, lamb shawarma, lentils and rice, and sweet ma'amoul. Clear ingredient lists and step by step methods make it easy to start cooking.

Wikibooks Contributors

A detailed reference on traditional Lebanese dishes, Arabic sweets and everyday market foods, with nutrition data for each. A useful companion for understanding what goes into the classics and how they fit a balanced diet.

Maha Hoteit and Edwina Zoghbi

A collection that records traditional Lebanese recipes built around wild edible plants, showing how foraged greens shape a healthier, more varied Mediterranean diet. Good for cooks curious about the rustic, plant rich side of Lebanese cooking.

Malek Batal and Elizabeth Hunter