Pesto Potato Salad
Now, this isn’t your typical potato salad. The potatoes in this recipe are baked to crisp and tender perfection as opposed to boiled.
Avocado Salad
The avocados offer a delicious creamy bite while the red onions and cucumbers are crisp. The dressing is subtle but tangy and really ties this salad all together.
Date Nut Rolls
These date rolls are just as good as they look if not better! They are naturally sweetened from the dates and have loads of nutrition as they are jam-packed with raw nuts as well. Not only are these date nut rolls healthy, but they are also vegan and gluten-free. These date rolls truly make for…
Creamy Lentil Soup
This is a classic Middle Eastern creamy lentil soup also known as shorabet adas. It is amazing how a few simple ingredients can make such a phenomenal dish. This soup is not only vegan but gluten free and super easy to prepare. Growing up, my mom always made this up and I was never a…
Autumn Pearl Couscous Salad
I have a thing for pearl couscous; I am honestly kind of obsessed with its taste, texture, and overall beauty. Truly looks like pearls that you can eat! This autumn pearl couscous salad is inspired by all these wonderful fall vibes Chicago is currently having. I included flavors reminiscent of Fall in this recipe too…
Classic Bruschetta
First, let me say this classic bruschetta has now become my new favorite appetizer of all time. Maybe it is the seasonal fresh tomatoes from my garden paired with good quality olive oil on crispy bread that won me over. Or perhaps the whole combination dipped into a creamy burrata cheese that is just so…
Falafel Sandwich
A Falafel sandwich has got to be one of my favorite Middle Eastern vegan meals. So many wonderful flavors and textures go into this sandwich that all just work perfectly together. It is so delicious and filling too. You can’t go wrong with a falafel sandwich! Make this and you will see for yourself!! I…
Farayek Za’atar (Oregano Flatbread)
If you were ever curious as to what recipe made me feel like I was back home; it would be this. Farayek Za’atar (Oregano Flatbread) has got to be one of my favorite things to eat when visiting my parents and even when visiting family overseas. The bread is just so soft yet crispy at…
Za’atar Knots
Hey everyone! I hope you are all doing well and enjoying your summer. Today, I have wanted to share with you the recipe for this yummy treat for over a year now. And I must say that they are always a crowd-pleaser! Not only are these Za’atar knots visually appealing but the taste is just…
Delicious Bulgar Salad
Bulgar is one of my favorite grains used in Palestinian cooking to enjoy especially in the summertime because it goes so well with BBQ. My mom always made bulgar as opposed to rice with our kebabs and I truly prefer it! It is so good! This bulgar salad makes for a refreshing and really simple…
Potato Samosas
Lately, one of my favorite cuisines to enjoy is Indian. We have a local Indian restaurant that we order takeout from at least once a week and one of my go-to menu items is always their potato samosas. The soft well-seasoned filling with that crunchy exterior is such a delicious combination. With Ramadan around the…
Mujadara (A Middle Eastern Rice & Lentil dish topped with caramelized onions)
Mujadara is a Middle Eastern staple made often during the cooler seasons as a comforting dinner. This cumin flavored rice and lentil meal is a hearty vegan dish as it is topped with a bountiful of crispy caramelized onions and often served with refreshing salads such as fattoush. My mom always paired it with a…