We analyzed 197 global recipes from 195 countries. Only 12 meet the strict criteria for Middle Eastern Recipes and Health Score โฅ 60. Here they are, ranked by their algorithmic Health Score.
This curated collection features 12 recipes that satisfy the Middle Eastern Recipes and Health Score โฅ 60 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 72 (excellent), with an average of 296 kcal, 16.0g protein, and 11.1g fiber per serving.
Featured cuisines in this collection include Israel, Syria, Palestine, Bahrain, and Yemen. 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 | ๐ฒIsraeli-Style Shakshuka with Chickpeas | Israel | 85 | 340 | 19.3g | 12.9g | 525mg | ๐พ ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 2 | ๐ฒSyrian-Style Lentil Soup with Lemon and Cumin | Syria | 83 | 366 | 23.6g | 22.7g | 596mg | ๐ช ๐พ ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 3 | ๐ฒPalestinian-Style Mujadara (Lentils and Rice) with Caramelized Onions | Palestine | 79 | 445 | 28.9g | 26.4g | 587mg | ๐ช ๐พ ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 4 | ๐ฒBahraini-Style Lentil and Tomato Spiced Stew with Rice | Bahrain | 76 | 389 | 19.6g | 16.4g | 519mg | ๐พ ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 5 | ๐ฒYemeni-Style Mandi-Inspired Spiced Chicken with Rice | Yemen | 76 | 120 | 5.0g | 5.3g | 546mg | ๐ ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 6 | ๐ฒJordanian-Style Mansaf Chicken with Yogurt Sauce and Rice | Jordan | 71 | 170 | 9.1g | 3.2g | 628mg | ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 7 | ๐ฒQatari-Style Chicken Machboos with Spiced Rice | Qatar | 70 | 134 | 3.6g | 6.5g | 610mg | ๐ ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 8 | ๐ฒSaudi-Style Chicken Kabsa with Tomatoes and Carrots | Saudi Arabia | 70 | 153 | 3.6g | 6.2g | 978mg | ๐ ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 9 | ๐ฒIraqi Bamia (Okra and Tomato Stew) with Beef and Rice | Iraq | 68 | 244 | 26.4g | 4.8g | 521mg | ๐ช ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 10 | ๐ฒMujaddara (Lentils and Rice with Onions) | Lebanon | 66 | 485 | 20.8g | 16.1g | 569mg | ๐ช ๐พ ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 11 | ๐ฒOmani-Style Spiced Lamb with Rice and Raisins | Oman | 65 | 143 | 3.9g | 6.7g | 697mg | ๐ ๐ฅ ๐ซ ๐ |
| 12 | ๐ฒTurkish-Style Chicken with Peppers and Tomato over Rice | Turkey | 60 | 567 | 28.4g | 5.3g | 752mg | ๐ช ๐ |