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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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 is a famous Lebanese dish? ›

Well-known dishes include baba ghanouj, tabbouleh, sfeeha, falafel and shawarma. An important component of many Lebanese meals is hummus, a chickpea puree dish, and many dishes are eaten with flatbread. Well-known desserts include baklawa, sfouf and ka'ak.

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.

Why do some vegans not eat garlic? ›

For people with a sensitivity, removing garlic and onions from the diet may alleviate gastrointestinal problems. Another reason is that they are believed to overstimulate the mind. Many practitioners who have switched from a standard vegan diet to a Buddhist vegan diet report feeling more calm and serene afterward.

What is a typical Lebanese breakfast? ›

Lebanese people welcome guests with Markouk (the type of unleavened Arabic flatbread), Tanner (Lebanese flatbread), olives, labneh, fresh cheese, pickles, seasonal vegetables (usually cucumber and tomatoes) served with sumac and olive oil dot the breakfast table accompanied by tea, coffee, lemonade or juice to drink.

What is the difference between Mediterranean and Lebanese food? ›

The Middle East leans toward warm, earthy spices like harissa, anise, caraway, sumac, saffron, cardamom, and turmeric, as well as spice blends like za'atar and baharat. Mediterranean cuisine uses more sweet and aromatic spices, such as oregano, thyme, basil, coriander, paprika, fennel, tarragon, sage, and rosemary.

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.

Which country is known for vegan food? ›

Israel: This country's capital city, Tel Aviv, is titled the “vegan capital of the world”. Apart from Tel Aviv, you'll find vegan alternatives and markets in lots of different small towns of Israel serving superb vegan fare.

What culture has the most vegan food? ›

Israel's vegan-friendly culture. Falafel, the most common fast food in Israel. Israel has the highest percentage of vegans globally, with around 5.2% of the population considering themselves vegan and 13% percent as vegetarian.

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