The 8 Healthy Middle Eastern Foods

Hummus

This is the most prevalent food in the Middle Eastern region and is well known for its deliciousness.  This dip is basically made of olive oil, chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, and tahini (a sesame seed paste). These ingredients are blended together in food processor until creamy and smooth.

Hummus is the best way to enjoy Middle Eastern foods and one you must try. This is because besides being delicious the meal is rich in essential nutrients. Hummus provides vitamins, minerals, and proteins, although it contains fats they are mostly unsaturated heart-healthy fats.

This dip is very versatile and whether you like it with vegetables, pita bread, or sandwiches you will still find great pleasure enjoying this food. Hummus also comes in different versions and you can enjoy variations like garlic or red pepper. Make sure you consume this food in moderation to avoid taking in too many calories.

Hummus is chickpea-garlic-lemon dip eaten with bread.

Falafel

Falafel is one of the most delicious Middle Eastern foods on offer. This is a crucial pillar of the Middle Eastern cuisine, and this is the reason you will find it in almost every Middle Eastern restaurant. At first, it might appeal to you as just a tasty pita filler or fried chickpeas spiced with plenty of herbs, but falafel is more than that.

Falafel is a delicious pita wrap that is spiced and stuffed with chickpeas and vegetables.  The food also offers great convenience, especially when it’s made using lamb or meat.

You must try this food because it finds a good balance between deliciousness and nutritional benefits. It’s a low in calorie, high in fiber, sugar-free, loaded with proteins and provides plenty of healthy fats.

Falafel is another of the middle eastern foods served with tzatziki sauce.

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