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Salata
Side Dish Middle Eastern

Salata

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a mortar and pestle, crush the garlic. Add the pepper and salt and continue mashing until mixture becomes a thick paste. Transfer to a jar along with the lemon juice and canola oil. Shake well.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, tomatoes and onion. Just before serving, add the cheese and just enough dressing to coat. (There will be extra dressing, but it keeps well.) Toss well.

By Leslie

Fatoosh
Lunch Middle Eastern

Fatoosh

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toast pitas 5 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until crisp. Remove from the oven, and break into bite-sized pieces.
  3. 3 In a large bowl, toss together toasted pita pieces, romaine lettuce, green onions, cucumber, and tomatoes.
  4. 4 In a small bowl, mix parsley, garlic, sumac powder, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and mint. Pour over pita mixture, and toss just before serving.

By Winna

Lebanese Fattoush (Bread Salad)
Salad Middle Eastern

Lebanese Fattoush (Bread Salad)

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
26 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place pita bread on a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bake in the preheated oven until the bread is a light brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool, 1 to 2 minutes. Break toasted bread into bite-size pieces.
  3. 3 Combine lettuce, radishes, cucumber, tomato, garlic, green onions, parsley, mint, and salt and pepper together in a bowl; toss until salad is well mixed.
  4. 4 Pour lemon juice, olive oil, and sumac into a salad dressing bottle with a lid; cover and shake until blended. Add dressing to salad and toss.
  5. 5 Garnish salad with toasted pita.

By cookie

Fattet Betenjan (Eggplant and Yogurt Salad)
Dinner Middle Eastern

Fattet Betenjan (Eggplant and Yogurt Salad)

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour water and 2 tablespoons salt into a large bowl. Add cubed eggplant and let sit for 30 minutes. Drain and place on paper towel-lines plates until completely dry, about 30 more minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. 3 Chop pita bread into 1-inch cubes and place on a baking sheet.
  4. 4 Roast in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until golden, 8 to 10 minutes; do not burn. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  5. 5 Heat 1/2 inch oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Working in batches, fry eggplant until golden, about 6 minutes per batch. Remove to paper towel-lined plates to drain.
  6. 6 Meanwhile, combine yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
  7. 7 Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a small frying pan. Add almonds and cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring often, until nicely brown and toasted, 3 to 4 minutes longer. Remove from the heat.
  8. 8 Place lettuce on a serving platter. Layer with eggplant, chickpeas, and roasted pita bread. Pour yogurt mixture over top and sprinkle with toasted almonds. Serve at room temperature or cold.

By Lana daoud

Danielle's Fattoush Salad
Dinner Middle Eastern

Danielle's Fattoush Salad

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat grapeseed oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook and stir pita bread pieces in hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer bread pieces to a paper-towel lined plate.
  2. 2 Stir romaine lettuce, tomato, red onion, cucumber, feta cheese, mint, and parsley together in a large bowl.
  3. 3 Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Greek seasoning, sumac, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until completely combined. Pour olive oil mixture and pita bread pieces into lettuce mixture; toss to coat.

By daniellev14

Authentic Lebanese Fattoush
Side Dish Middle Eastern

Authentic Lebanese Fattoush

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Make dressing: Stir together water and cornstarch in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until thickened. Remove from heat and mix in lemon juice, garlic, sumac, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. 2 Assemble salad: Combine lettuce, tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, purslane, green onions, arugula, parsley, and mint in a large serving bowl. Toss with dressing and serve with toasted pita.

By George

Chicken Shawarma Salad
Dinner Middle Eastern

Chicken Shawarma Salad

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
295 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, cardamom, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and garlic in a blender or small food processor. Pulse to combine.
  2. 2 Measure 1/2 cup marinade into a bowl and set aside.
  3. 3 Pour the remaining marinade into a 1-gallon resealable bag and add chicken thighs. Squeeze as much air out of the bag as possible, seal, and refrigerate, at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours. Chicken thighs should be in a single layer; turn the bag occasionally.
  4. 4 Stir tahini and honey into the bowl with the reserved marinade, cover, and refrigerate until ready to make the salad.
  5. 5 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and lightly oil a broiler pan.
  6. 6 Place onion slices on the oiled pan, and set chicken thighs on top of the onion slices.
  7. 7 Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn and continue roasting until chicken is longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 15 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Broil chicken thighs for 3 to 5 minutes for some caramelization, if desired.
  8. 8 Remove chicken from the oven, tent with foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Slice each chicken thigh into 1/2- inch slices and coarsely chop cooked onion.
  9. 9 Dress 4 salad plates with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Add chicken slices and chopped onions. Stir dressing, drizzle over each salad, and serve.

By Bibi

Chicken Shawarma Wraps
Dinner Middle Eastern

Chicken Shawarma Wraps

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
265 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cinnamon, oregano, salt, nutmeg, and cloves in a plastic container or resealable bag. Add chicken strips and shake until ingredients are evenly combined and chicken is well coated. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, up to overnight.
  2. 2 When you are ready to make the sandwiches, heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add marinated chicken, and sear until golden brown on both sides and no longer pink in the centers, 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness of the chicken pieces.
  3. 3 While the chicken is cooking, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl or small resealable container, stir well to blend. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
  4. 4 Once chicken is cooked and sauce is prepared, assemble sandwiches by dividing meat, lettuce, cucumber, and tomatoes between your pita. Add a generous smear of the yogurt sauce (to your taste preference).

By Rebekah Rose Hills

Za'atar Chicken Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing
Dinner Middle Eastern

Za'atar Chicken Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing

4.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix 2 tablespoons lemon juice, olive oil, za'atar, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a gallon-sized plastic zip-top bag. Add chicken tenders and refrigerate, turning occasionally, 30 minutes to 12 hours.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 Place chicken tenders on the grate, reduce heat to medium, and cover. Grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a tender registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  4. 4 Remove chicken from grill and let rest. Prepare the salad in the meantime; place romaine pieces in a large bowl and add tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot.
  5. 5 Combine lemon zest and juice, tahini, water, garlic, and date in the bowl of a mini food processor or a blender. Pulse several times, adding water by tablespoons if necessary, until desired consistency is achieved. Season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing into the salad bowl and toss.
  6. 6 Divide salad between plates. Slice each chicken tender crosswise into 1/4-inch slices and place over the salads. Garnish with chives and mint.

By Bibi

Secret Ingredient Smoothie
Breakfast

Secret Ingredient Smoothie

3.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Put romaine lettuce into the bottom of a blender pitcher; add enough milk to cover completely and blend on High until smooth.
  2. 2 Drop one strawberry at a time into the blender while still running on High and allow the berry to blend completely before adding the next. Blend one banana chunk at a time into the mixture in the same manner as the strawberries. Thin the smoothie with additional milk to keep smoothie blending properly. Blend vanilla extract into the smoothie.

By Sugar-n-spice

Grilled Romaine
Side Dish American

Grilled Romaine

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Drizzle olive oil over romaine lettuce; sprinkle seasoning on top.
  3. 3 Place romaine cut side-down on preheated grill; cook until slightly wilted and charred, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Drizzle with lemon juice to serve.
  5. 5 Enjoy!

By Cambry

Chicken Caesar Spring Rolls
Appetizer Asian

Chicken Caesar Spring Rolls

3.6

Prep
25 min
Cook
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a large bowl with room-temperature water. Soak 1 rice wrapper in the water until it bends easily, about 15 seconds.
  2. 2 Lay wrapper flat. In a row across the center, place a small handful of lettuce leaves, a few strips of chicken, and a few slices of red bell pepper, leaving about 2 inches uncovered on each side. Fold uncovered sides inward, then tightly roll the wrapper, beginning at the end with the lettuce. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  3. 3 Cut in half and serve with Caesar dressing for dipping.

By John Mitzewich

BLT Cheese Cups
Appetizer

BLT Cheese Cups

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Arrange 3 tablespoons Cheddar cheese in a 4-inch circle on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat to make 1 more circle.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 6 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand for 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. 4 Turn a muffin tip upside-down. Invert the parchment paper over the muffin tin and line one cheese circle up with one muffin cup. Slowly peel the parchment back from the cheese circle, using an offset spatula or small knife to release the cheese from the paper. Form the cheese around the muffin cup and hold it for 5 seconds to help mold into a cup shape. Repeat the process with the remaining cheese circle.
  5. 5 Make 2 more cheese cups with remaining cheese by following the same process.
  6. 6 Toss lettuce, tomato, and bacon together in a small bowl to combine; divide mixture evenly among cheese cups.
  7. 7 Stir mayonnaise and chives together in a small bowl and divide evenly between cheese cups. Season with salt and pepper.

By NicoleMcmom

Chicken Caesar Wrap
Dinner

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place bacon slice in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slice on paper towels, cool slightly, and crumble.
  2. 2 Combine bacon, lettuce, shredded chicken, croutons, dressing, and Parmesan cheese for the filling a a bowl. Toss gently to combine and everything is evenly coated with dressing. Adjust dressing amount to your personal preference - for me 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons is about right.
  3. 3 Warm tortilla in the microwave for about 15 seconds to make it more pliable.
  4. 4 Lay filling ingredients down the center, and roll your wrap up! Enjoy!

By Rebekah Rose Hills

Beth's Portobello Mushroom Burgers
Dinner

Beth's Portobello Mushroom Burgers

4.4

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a cookie sheet with foil, and spray it with cooking spray. With a damp cloth, wipe the mushrooms making sure to get off any excess dirt. Trim the stem so the mushroom will sit even like a hamburger.
  2. 2 Wrap 2 pieces of turkey bacon around each mushroom, tucking the ends under the stem. Place the mushrooms on the cookie sheet. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove mushrooms from cookie sheet to paper towel to drain.
  3. 3 Spread 1 1/2 teaspoons of the horseradish sauce over each of the buns (adjust to your own taste). Place 1 piece of lettuce and 1 slice tomato onto each bun. Place one mushroom burger on each bun.

By Elizabeth

Deviled Egg Salad with Romaine
Lunch

Deviled Egg Salad with Romaine

3.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk sugar, mayonnaise, and mustard together in a bowl until smooth. Add water, 1 teaspoon at a time, if dressing is too thick. Refrigerate dressing until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Place romaine lettuce in a bowl; add dressing and toss to coat. Arrange eggs around the lettuce and season with paprika.

By Seahorsie

Green Rice with Green Chiles
Dinner

Green Rice with Green Chiles

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
28 min
Total
48 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place lettuce, cilantro, green chiles, tomatillos, green onions, and garlic in a blender. Puree, adding enough broth to make 3 cups liquid.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add rice and saute until opaque, about 5 minutes. Add broth mixture and salt; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until rice is tender, 18 to 20 minutes.

By QuantumLeek

Mexican Roll Ups
Lunch

Mexican Roll Ups

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 For each roll-up, tear off about a 15 inch piece of wax paper or aluminum foil. Place the tortilla on the paper or foil. Place a romaine lettuce leaf on top of the tortilla. Add about 3 ounces of beef on top of the lettuce for each tortilla. Divide the tomatoes, red and yellow bell peppers, oil, vinegar and cumin over each tortilla.
  2. 2 Begin rolling the paper or foil over the tortilla to encase the filling. Roll until the sandwich is completely rolled up. To eat, peel back the paper or foil.

By Robyn Webb

Poppy Seed Salad
Lunch

Poppy Seed Salad

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix lettuce, oranges, green onions, and almonds in a large mixing bowl.
  2. 2 Blend sugar, vinegar, salt, and mustard in a blender. Stream oil into the dressing while blending. Continue to blend until the dressing emulsifies. Add poppy seeds and blend briefly to mix. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

By Rhonda

Restaurant-Style House Salad
Lunch

Restaurant-Style House Salad

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce, artichoke hearts, red onions and pimentos. Toss together.
  2. 2 Prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper and cheese. Refrigerate until chilled and pour over salad to coat. Toss and serve.

By Louise

Grilled Hearts of Romaine
Dinner American

Grilled Hearts of Romaine

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Brush each romaine lettuce half with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil.
  3. 3 Cook romaine hearts, cut-side down, on the preheated grill until the cut-side is slightly caramelized but the inside is still cool and crisp, about 2 minutes. Transfer lettuce, cut-side up, to a platter. Sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese over lettuce and drizzle balsamic vinegar, sherry vinegar, and 2 tablespoons olive oil over the top.

By John Mitzewich

Simple Romaine Salad
Dinner American

Simple Romaine Salad

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Trim and discard root end romaine; slice leaves into thin ribbons, about 1/8-inch-thick, discarding any pieces of core. Transfer to a large bowl; toss gently to separate romaine ribbons.
  2. 2 Drizzle olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and pepper over romaine; toss to coat. Set aside to rest for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Sprinkle with sea salt and toss gently right before serving.

By FrackFamily5 CACT

Bird's Nest Salad
Lunch

Bird's Nest Salad

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the egg into a saucepan, and fill with water to cover the egg by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, remove from the heat and let the egg stand in the hot water for 15 minutes. Pour out the hot water, then cool the egg under cold running water in the sink. Peel and slice once cold.
  2. 2 Place the lettuce into a salad bowl, and sprinkle evenly with the bell pepper and onion; pour the dressing over top. Pull the sprouts apart , then place on top of the salad into a nest-like shape. Season the egg slices with salt and pepper to taste, and arrange in the center of the nest with the honey-glazed almonds.

By Apple Jacks

Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad
Lunch American

Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a salad plate with small Romaine lettuce leaves.
  2. 2 Combine chopped romaine, chicken, avocado, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Add ranch dressing, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine.
  3. 3 Serve salad on the prepared plate and top with crumbled bacon.

By Bibi