We analyzed 197 global recipes from 195 countries. Only 5 meet the strict criteria for Middle Eastern Recipes and 300–500 kcal/serving. Here they are, ranked by their algorithmic Health Score.
This curated collection features 5 recipes that satisfy the Middle Eastern Recipes and 300–500 kcal/serving criteria, selected from our database of 197 dishes spanning 195 countries. Each recipe has been algorithmically scored using USDA FoodData Central nutritional data, evaluating macronutrient balance, micronutrient density, sodium levels, and dietary fiber content. The average Health Score across this collection is 78 (excellent), with an average of 405 kcal, 22.4g protein, and 18.9g fiber per serving.
Featured cuisines in this collection include Israel, Syria, Palestine, Bahrain, and Lebanon. Browse the ranked table below to compare nutritional profiles, clinical badges, and health scores across all matching recipes. Use the related categories section to explore similar collections filtered by region, dietary preference, or nutritional target.
| # | Recipe | Cuisine | Score | kcal | Protein | Fiber | Sodium | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🍲Israeli-Style Shakshuka with Chickpeas | Israel | 85 | 340 | 19.3g | 12.9g | 525mg | 🌾 🔥 🫒 🍌 |
| 2 | 🍲Syrian-Style Lentil Soup with Lemon and Cumin | Syria | 83 | 366 | 23.6g | 22.7g | 596mg | 💪 🌾 🔥 🫒 🍌 |
| 3 | 🍲Palestinian-Style Mujadara (Lentils and Rice) with Caramelized Onions | Palestine | 79 | 445 | 28.9g | 26.4g | 587mg | 💪 🌾 🔥 🫒 🍌 |
| 4 | 🍲Bahraini-Style Lentil and Tomato Spiced Stew with Rice | Bahrain | 76 | 389 | 19.6g | 16.4g | 519mg | 🌾 🔥 🫒 🍌 |
| 5 | 🍲Mujaddara (Lentils and Rice with Onions) | Lebanon | 66 | 485 | 20.8g | 16.1g | 569mg | 💪 🌾 🔥 🫒 🍌 |