Bulgur Pilaf (Lebanese Tomato Bulgur)
Bulgur pilaf is a staple in the Middle East. Cooked in a savory tomato base, bulgur pilaf is a great side dish for grilled meat or a light midweek meal.
Side dishes are an indispensable part of any Middle Eastern meal. Depending on the occasion, a Middle Eastern meal will have one or multiple side dishes to complete the table.
Lebanese rice, pita bread and fattoush are some great side dishes to get you started.
Bulgur pilaf is a staple in the Middle East. Cooked in a savory tomato base, bulgur pilaf is a great side dish for grilled meat or a light midweek meal.
Hashweh rice is a popular Middle Eastern one-pot dish with rice, ground beef, carrots and peas. It makes for an easy and family-friendly midweek meal.
An easy tomato salad recipe with a light and fruity dessert. This Mediterranean tomato salad makes the perfect light lunch or side dish.
Cucumber yogurt salad (Tzatziki) that makes the perfect side to many rice and meat dishes. It’s a hugely popular dish in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.
An easy and refreshing Mediterranean bulgur salad with pomegranate. The perfect midweek salad recipe that everyone will love.
Yellow rice is a very simple side dish that you can serve alongside any Middle Eastern main dish. This is how to make Arabic yellow rice.
Arabic rice with raisins and almonds is a quick and easy rice dish that can be served as a standalone meal or side to grilled meat or vegetables.
Baba Ganoush is a signature dish from the Middle East. The smoky dip is made of roasted eggplant and a few condiments. It’s naturally vegan and gluten free.
Grilled halloumi is a quick and easy recipe for busy work days. It can be served as a side dish and for Middle Eastern inspired burgers and sandwiches.