25+ Lebanese Vegan Recipes- Salt & Sweet (2024)

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These easy 25+ Lebanese vegan recipes make eating a plant-based diet fun, healthy, and most importantly: delicious! With Lebanese Vegan Soups, stews, salads, and more, you’ll find plenty of inspiration in this tasty collection of quick and easy Lebanese vegan dishes.

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Vegan Lebanese Recipes

Whether you are simply trying to eat less meat, cook more plant-based meals, or follow a vegan lifestyle- I hope that theseLebanese Vegan Recipeshelp give you some healthy dinner ideas.

I combed through my blog and compiled a list of my 25+BEST Lebanese Vegan Dinners!

These vibrant, Lebanese and Middle Eastern inspired plant-based recipes are full of flavor and easy to make. Pick out a few to try this week! Tell me your favorites in the comments below!

And now…our best easy Lebanese vegan recipes!

Makhlouta-15 Bean Soup

This15 Bean Soupis a hearty Lebanese dish known asMakhlouta. A vegan healthy soup made with beans and a handful of basic ingredients. It’s flavorful and filling and perfect for a cold winter dinner!

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Lentil Soup with Pasta

Hearty and healthy, this Lebanese Lentil Soup with Pasta is loaded with flavor. It is a nourishing, meatless, easy-to-make and delicious soup!

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Loubieh B Zeit

Loubieh B Zeit, is the simplest, most delicious vegetarian dish and the best way to eat green beans! These Italian green beans are sautéed in olive oil, onions and garlic and braised with tomato sauce until tender.

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Lebanese Red Lentil Soup

This easy Lebanese Red Lentil Soup recipe is a must try if you’re looking for a flavorful soup, that’s vegan and protein rich. It’s healthy, hearty and makes for a perfect holiday or weeknight rush dinner. Ready is less than 30 minutes!

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Air Fryer Falafel

Air-Fried Falafelare crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and packed with delicious flavor! Stuff them in pita bread and top with tomatoes, parsley and a drizzle of Tahini sauce and there you have it; a vegan, healthy and easy to make meal!

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Tabbouleh Salad

Tabbouleh Saladis one of the most recognizable Middle Eastern salads. This parsley salad is very simple, made with very finely chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, onions, and bulgur wheat and then dressed with lemon juice, a hint of pomegranate molasses and olive oil.

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Lebanese Lemon Garlic Chickpeas- Msabaha

Lebanese Lemon Garlic Chickpeas, also known as Msabaha or Musabaha recipe is bursting with flavorful hints of lemon and packed with protein. This Lebanese side dish, which can also served as breakfast is vegan and gluten free, but mostly just delicious!

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Vegan Pumpkin Kibbeh Balls

Packed with herbs & spices, these crispy and deliciousVegan Pumpkin Kibbeh Ballsare bursting with flavor! They are delicious, vegan friendly and make the perfect seasonal appetizer. Pumpkin kibbeh Balls are so incredibly tasty and so fun to prepare.

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Lebanese Lentil Soup with Spinach

This Lebanese Lentil Soup with Spinach is an easy one-pot vegan meal that is full of flavor. It’s light, nutritious and satisfying with lots of fiber.I make this soup with lentils, spinach, potatoes, carrots and fresh lemon whenever I’m in need of some healthy comfort food. What’s not to love?

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Lebanese Mujadara

Lebanese Mujadarais a lentil and rice, satisfying and simple dinner recipe! This one-pot healthy meal is vegan, low fat and full of flavor. With only a handful of ingredients, this simple Lebanese inspired dish is ready in about 30 minutes and requires very little work.

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Homemade Hummus

This Homemade Hummus Recipe is quick and easy to make, creamy, dreamy and tastes so fresh and flavorful! Way better than those store bought ones.

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Lebanese Ful Medames

Lebanese Ful Medamesalso known as Foul Medames or Foul Mudamas is a popular Middle Eastern savory breakfast dish that’s made with cooked fava beans, topped with a garlic lemon dressing, and served with fresh vegetables and pita bread.

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Lemon Tahini Dressing

This Lemon Tahini Dressing makes the perfect addition to any gardensalad, sandwiches, falafel, and more… It is also vegan, SO easy to make and delicious!Falafel is always topped with a creamy Lemon Tahini Dressing in Lebanese cuisine.

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Red Lentil Mujadara

This easyLebanese Red Lentil Mujadararecipe, is my go-to meal when I want something that’s healthy, quick and delicious.It’s completely vegan, loaded with red lentils, onions and some rice. Oh and comes together in under 30 minutes!

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Red Lentil Tabouli Salad

This healthy and tastyRed Lentil Tabouli Saladis full of Middle Eastern flavor! Filling Red lentils are paired with fresh parsley, mint, onion, tomato, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses and olive oil – Vegan and Gluten-Free.

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Adas b Hamod

Incredibly delicious Lebanese Lemon Lentil Soup, also known as Adas b Hamod in Arabic. It’s vegan, easy to prepare, loaded with swiss chard, carrots and potatoes; this healthy and hearty Lebanese soup is the perfect winter warmer! It is one of those soups that tastes even better the next day or the day after that!

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Roasted Eggplant Salad with Tahini Dressing

Simple and bright MediterraneanRoasted Eggplant Salad, prepared with perfectly roasted eggplant, fresh veggies, crunchy walnuts and a zippy lemon tahini dressing. It’s low carb, easy-to-prepare and makes a healthy Veganuary meal.

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Lebanese Baba Ganoush- Eggplant Dip

Lebanese Baba Ganoush, also spelled baba ghanoush or baba ghanouj, is a simple authentic Lebanese eggplant dip. Baba Ganoush is vegan, gluten-free, low in carbs and also keto-friendly. Very healthy!

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Lebanese Cabbage Salad- Malfouf Salad

A delicious, crunchy Lebanese Cabbage Salad, also known as Malfouf Salad in Arabic. Think of it as the Lebanese Coleslaw– minus the mayo dressing.

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Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Ready for some summer salad love? This Lebanese Cucumber and Tomato Salad is crunchy, tangy and cool– the best way to ring in the warm weather!

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Lebanese Cucumber Yogurt Salad

This refreshing Lebanese Cucumber Yogurt Salad is light, creamy, and incredibly easy to make. The perfect salad for potlucks or summer grilling.

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Baked Pita Chips with Zaatar

So simple and healthy, it’s easy to make your own homemade Pita chips with zaatar that are delicious and crispy! And once you do, there’s no going back to the bag!

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Lebanese Rice

Lebanese Rice also called rizb sha’riyeh in Arabic, is a simple side dish that complements many Lebanese and Middle Eastern recipe. That’s why I wanted to dedicate a post on how to make Lebanese Rice with Vermicelli. This easy to make rice pilaf is super fluffy and versatile.

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Pickled Turnips

Get ready to fall in love with this Lebanese Pickled Turnips recipe! These crunchy, tangy, pink turnips are perfect for jazzing up falafel, shawarma, and any meal that would call for pickle!

I hope these healthy delicious Lebanese vegan dishes including: breakfasts, soups, salads, and sides dishes recipes inspire you to try something new this week!

If you try any of these vegan Lebanese recipes, be sure to let me know in the comments below and rate the 15 bean soup recipe- Maklouta included in the recipe card below, if you made it!

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25+ Lebanese Vegan Recipes

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

These easy Lebanese vegan recipes make eating a whole food plant-based diet fun, healthy, and most importantly: delicious! Below is my maklouta recipe, find 14 more easy vegan recipes in the article above!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 15 bean soup mix
  • 1 large onion- sliced into thin slices
  • 1 medium onion- processed in food processor
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1/2 cup coarse bulgur
  • 6 cups water
  • Salt- start with 1 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Rinse beans and drain. Sort any unwanted debris.
  2. Place beans in a large pot of cool water. Cover and allow to soak at least 8 hours or overnight. After soaking, drain water.
  3. Add water ( about 6 cups) to cover the drained beans.
  4. Place over medium high heat, bring to a boil, then partially cover, reduce heat to medium low and simmer, stirring it occasionally until the beans begin to break down, about 50 minutes.
  5. Stir in thin slices of onions and bulgur. Simmer until bulgur is fully cooked.
  6. Meanwhile, in your food processor, add onion and cumin and process until well blended.
  7. Add to the the soup and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. Adjust seasoning as desired, and serve hot.
  9. ENJOY!
Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 317Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 3373mgCarbohydrates: 55gFiber: 22gSugar: 9gProtein: 16g

Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.

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25+ Lebanese Vegan Recipes- Salt & Sweet (2024)

FAQs

Is Lebanese food good for vegans? ›

Lebanese food is often naturally vegan and is a popular choice for vegans and vegetarians. In fact, recent research has found Lebanese food one of the top two choices for vegans in Ireland, according to Shemazing Magazine. Let's have a look at some of the delicious meat-free and plant-based Lebanese food you can enjoy.

What are the top 5 dishes in Lebanon? ›

Here are 10 best Lebanese food that you definitely should sample at least once in your life.
  • 1.) Tabbouleh. ...
  • 2.) Hummus. ...
  • 3.) Falafel. ...
  • 4.) Kibbeh. ...
  • 5.) Fattoush. ...
  • 6.) Manakish. ...
  • 7.) Kebab. ...
  • 8.) Rice Pilaf.
Dec 19, 2020

What is Lebanon's national dish? ›

The national dish of Lebanon is kibbeh, an emulsified paste of fresh lamb and bulgur wheat with spices. Meat tends to be made into nuggets and charcoaled or stuffed into vegetables. Vegetables are usually the main feature of the meal.

What is a typical Lebanese dinner? ›

Mezze may be as simple as raw or pickled vegetables, hummus, baba ghanouj and bread, or it may become an entire meal consisting of grilled marinated seafood, skewered meats and a variety of cooked and raw salads and an arrangement of desserts.

Which country is #1 for vegans? ›

India. Three of India's major religions — Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism — teach the practice of ahimsa, or non-violence towards all beings. Because of this religious tradition, India has the highest percentage of vegetarians out of all the countries in the world.

What does Allah say about vegans? ›

"If the question is, is a Muslim doing something wrong and against their religion if they choose to only eat a plant-based diet? The answer is simply, not at all," he tells me. "The requirement in Islam is that what you eat must be halal and tayyub (Arabic for wholesome and pure). A vegan diet is both of those things."

What is a typical Lebanese breakfast? ›

A traditional Lebanese breakfast consists of Labneh, ka'ak, eggs, makdous, and something yummy from the bakery. There are so many options to choose from!

What language do Lebanese speak? ›

As an Arab country, Lebanon's official language is Arabic; however, English and French are widely spoken. Tolerance and the encouragement of diversity, as well as its strong political culture have confirmed Lebanon's world prominence.

What is the difference between Greek and Lebanese food? ›

Greek Style: Spices mixed into the meat (spices and peppers, powders) Lebanese Style: Marinade – Neomonde Mediterranean has a secret marinade sauce that we use to soak our meat in overnight (the result is succulent flavorful meat).

What is the national fruit of Lebanon? ›

There is no particular national fruit.

What is Lebanon unique food? ›

9 Ridiculously Good Lebanese Foods You Need to Try
  • Kafta. The kafta is a happy little lamb, beef or chicken meatball, filled with onion, parsley, breadcrumbs and spices. ...
  • Kanafeh. Sweeten up your day with this sugary cheese pastry smothered in orange blossom syrup. ...
  • Hummus. ...
  • Rice Pilaf. ...
  • Fattoush. ...
  • Manakish. ...
  • Tabbouleh. ...
  • Sfeeha.
Jul 25, 2022

How healthy is Lebanese food? ›

The focus on fruits and vegetables in particular is where Lebanese food gets its reputation for being such a healthful diet. Big salads brimming with garlic crumbs and olive oil overflow with essential vitamins and minerals, in addition to the necessary amount of protein that the human body needs.

What is the most eaten food in Lebanon? ›

What are the most popular Lebanese foods?
  • Hummus. Hummus, a creamy dip made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic, is a cornerstone of Lebanese cuisine. ...
  • Tabbouleh. ...
  • Falafel. ...
  • Baba Ghanoush. ...
  • Shawarma. ...
  • Kibbeh. ...
  • Fattoush. ...
  • Manakeesh.
Mar 13, 2024

What type of bread is eaten with most meals in Lebanon? ›

Pita bread is a type of flatbread believed to have originated in the Middle East around 2500 BCE, making it one of the oldest types of bread in the world. The bread is a staple in many Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines today, including those of Greece, Türkiye, Lebanon, and Syria.

Why is Lebanese food so good? ›

Lebanese cuisine has always utilised fresh local ingredients, ensuring that you get the maximum nutritional benefits from every bite. Fruits, vegetables, legumes and proteins form the foundations of traditional Lebanese food which are then embellished by an array of fresh spices.

Can vegans eat Lebanese bread? ›

Yes, pita bread is suitable for vegans. Its two main ingredients are flour and yeast, both of which are plant-based. Usually, salt is added for flavour, but it is very unlikely that any animal products or byproducts will be used. However, it is always worth checking ingredients labels to make sure.

What cuisine is the most vegan-friendly? ›

When dining out, Middle Eastern restaurants offer the most consistently vegan-friendly menus. Nearly everything that isn't meat is commonly vegan, especially falafel, hummus, tahini dressing, tabbouleh salad, and lavash bread or pita.

Is vegan ok for muslims? ›

It's difficult to say whether or not veganism is halal; it is down to the individual and their own beliefs. Some muslims believe that by eating only plants their diet is halal since it doesn't involve eating any animal that is not slaughtered correctly.

What food groups do vegans not eat? ›

Vegans don't eat any foods made from animals, including:
  • Beef, pork, lamb, and other red meat.
  • Chicken, duck, and other poultry.
  • Fish or shellfish such as crabs, clams, and mussels.
  • Eggs.
  • Cheese.
  • Butter.
  • Milk, cream, ice cream, and other dairy products.
  • Mayonnaise (because it includes egg yolks)
Nov 3, 2023

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