Content tagged with “Middle Eastern” (Page 3)

Turkish Lamb Pita Burgers
Heavy on exotic spices, this decadent sandwich is a great way to familiarize yourself with the joys of Turkish cooking...

Lebanese Fattoush Salad with Grilled Chicken
Fattoush is a popular salad in Lebanon made with mixed greens, a lemony vinaigrette and pita bread pieces. Toasting the...

Olive-Herb Baked Potatoes
Salty olives and fresh herbs are a welcome addition to baked potatoes.

Cumin Roasted Potatoes
Toss potatoes with cumin and coriander for a different twist on roasted potatoes. The combination is terrific with an...

Lemon-Oregano Roasted Potatoes
Lemon zest and oregano add Greek inspiration to these roasted potatoes.

Fresh Herb & Lemon Bulgur Pilaf
This pilaf, made with nutty bulgur, gets plenty of bright flavor from fresh dill, mint, parsley, ginger and lemon.

Bulgur Stuffing with Dried Cranberries & Hazelnuts
For a change of pace from traditional bread stuffing, try this elegant, nutty-tasting pilaf, which features quick-...

Quick Herbed Couscous & Peas
By all means use fresh peas if you have them. And remember, the smaller they are, the less cooking time they'll...

Fragrant Chickpea Stew
When time is of the essence, this hearty stew makes a quick meal. It has a complex, almost beefy flavor that develops...

Middle Eastern Chickpea & Rice Stew
The nutty goodness of slowly browned onions, spices and sweet potato are offset by a burst of fresh cilantro in this...

Baked Curried Brown Rice & Lentil Pilaf
Pop this fast and fragrant vegetarian dish into the oven and forget it till the timer rings. Serve as a main course on...

Turkish Chicken Thighs
The acidity of the yogurt helps tenderize the chicken and keep it moist. If you can't find hot paprika, substitute...

Hummus & Vegetables
A tub of hummus is handy to have in your fridge for when a snack attack occurs.

Israeli Chocolate-Coated Orange Peels
Often when you drop in at someone's home in Israel, the hostess will set them out for nibbles.

Eggplant, Lamb & Rice Casserole
Cinnamon and a hint of cloves bring out the flavor of the lamb. Serve with crusty bread.

Roasted Eggplant Dip
Mellow roasted garlic sets this version of the popular Middle Eastern eggplant dip apart from standard recipes....

Citrusy Couscous Salad with Olives
Try this refreshing grain salad as an accompaniment to grilled chicken or fish. Chilled, it's also great for...

Red Lentil Salad with Dried Fruit & Toasted Pine Nuts
Quick-cooking red lentils and bulgur team up to make this hearty fiber-rich salad. Tart lemon juice plays against the...

Lemon-Mint Vinaigrette
The sunny fresh flavors of tart lemon and cool mint combine to make a lively dressing that adds sparkle to salads made...

Lemony Lentil Salad with Feta
Serve this Middle Eastern-inspired salad with whole-wheat pitas and melon wedges.

Chickpea Burgers & Tahini Sauce
Rather than a heavy, fried falafel, here's an updated version of this pocket sandwich: a light chickpea patty...

Middle Eastern Burgers
Exotic-tasting spices and chopped prunes give Middle Eastern flair to these truly succulent burgers. Serve with Yogurt-...

Yogurt-Garlic Sauce
This savory sauce would excellent with grilled chicken or lamb.

Lentil & Bulgur Pilaf with Green & Yellow Squash
Based on a traditional Lebanese Lenten dish, this recipe makes a terrific meatless meal. Serve with warm whole-wheat...

Tabbouleh with Grilled Vegetables
Grilled vegetables add a layer of rich, complex flavors to the popular Middle Eastern salad of bulgur and herbs. Serve...