The 8 Healthy Middle Eastern Foods

Tabouleh

Tabouleh is one of the best Middle Eastern side dishes. It offers a full range of bold flavors and if you are looking for low-fat vegetarian food then this is the best.  The food is made by combining tomato, bulgur, springs onion, parsley, and mint. This food is then seasoned using lemon juice and olive oil to gain its typical deliciousness.

If you want to have a satisfying feel of the Middle Eastern cuisine then give tabouleh a try. The food offers plenty of vitamins, minerals, it’s high in dietary fiber, and low in saturated fats. This helps in keeping your immune system strong and also helps in reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Tabouleh, or tabouli, is a wheat-and-parsley pilaf. Celiacs beware!

Labneh

This is a mezze staple made with a cow milk base. It’s usually creamy and thicker than most yogurts. Actually, labneh is a type of cheese made like the thicker-than-the-thickest Greek yogurt and yet it’s not sour in taste.

If you are looking for a refreshing, light, delicious and versatile Middle Eastern food then you will most likely fall in love with this soft cheese. The food traces its origin in Lebanon but its popularity and dominance have spread all over the world. Pair this food with olive oil and fresh pita and you will have yourself a nutritious breakfast, or you can slather it on a pita to make a tasty lunch.

Labneh is considered one of the best probiotic foods and offers a number of healthy bacteria to boost your immune system. It’s a rich source of protein, low in calories, and is remarkably good for your health.

Labneh is for dairy lovers.

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