This simple Mediterranean chickpea salad is another outstanding way to use Za’atar spice blend. It is juicy, refreshing and flavorsome. Also, it is a great lunch idea for the times when you’re in extreme hurry. You need only 5 minutes to whip it up. Serve it alongside the bread of your choice that you can…
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Za’atar Israeli Couscous with Sweet Peas
In a previous post I shared with you my homemade Za’atar spice blend. And now it’s time to put it in use. First example is simple Za’atar Israeli couscous. Few tablespoons of this incredible spice mix turn plain couscous into a fabulous side dish that will accompany any of your Mediterranean or Middle Eastern inspired…
Homemade Za’atar Spice Blend
Za’atar is a versatile Middle Eastern spice blend that can bring lots of flavor to your everyday meals. Today I’m gonna share with you my homemade Za’atar spice blend that you can alter according to your preferences. Whatever you’re making, be it fresh salad, beans, chickpeas or tofu, Za’atar will add more depth and brightness…
Homemade Authentic Baba Ganoush
Baba ganoush is a popular Middle Eastern and Mediterranean eggplant dip with distinctive smoky flavor. There is no exact recipe for this dish, so I’m just gonna share with you some tips and tricks. Even though the eggplant is out of season now, I had it already roasted and peeled in my freezer. I was…
Fava Beans Falafel in Homemade Pita
What is more delicious than chickpea falafel? Fava beans falafel! The beans take it to the whole new level! Not only they taste fantastic they are also higher in protein, calcium, magnesium and iron. I happened to have a batch of cooked and peeled Fava beans in my freezer so I made these falafels in…