Dates are so sweet, they can be filled with nutty tahini for a treat — no sugar needed. 

Fasolia has countless variations, hailing from the Middle East, Greece, Egypt, Ethiopia and more!

The sprinkle of brilliant red pomegranate seeds on each cookie absolutely sparkles!

Rice is nice, especially when it’s bedazzled with a colorful distribution of dried cranberries, walnuts and parsley.

Traditional Middle Eastern flavors combine in this grilled eggplant and zucchini salad topped with tahini dressing.

Canned kidney beans make this flavorful dish quick and easy to make on a busy day.

Take a break from your usual coleslaw and try this minty, jalapeno-kissed cabbage salad.

Roasting the eggplant with plenty of olive oil gives you a butter-soft, caramelized bed for a warmly spiced ground beef.