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Middle Eastern cuisine has become a popular food of choice among people who crave exotic, full flavors, but are mindful of their health and weight. The Middle East is a fertile region known for growing wheat, barley, pistachios, figs and pomegranates. This type of cuisine is making quite a mark on the food industry in the United States, and staple dishes in Middle Eastern cuisine have become favorites of diners across the nation, including the popular choices below.
 

Hummus

Hummus, a dip or spread made from mashed chickpeas with tahini, olive oil, garlic and lemon juice, has become the health-minded alternative to high-fat condiments like mayonnaise and dipping sauces like ranch dressing. Always delicious, this spread is famous for being the perfect accompaniment to pita bread. Hummus is often used to add flavor to any food typically served with a spread or topping, including burgers, baked potatoes, and sandwiches. For a fresh take on this staple Middle Eastern dish, try Pita Jungle’s Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus or Roasted Bell Pepper Hummus.
 

Falafel

Made with ground chickpeas and fava beans, falafel is hailed as the most popular Middle Eastern dish, aside from hummus. Sometimes served with salads and hot sauce, falafel is most often stuffed inside pita bread to make a healthy, vegetarian sandwich. Try Pita Jungle’s Falafel Pita to experience this Middle Eastern favorite for yourself.
 

Pita Bread

Pita bread is a staple of the Middle Eastern diet that can be served with just about anything. This thin, slightly leavened flatbread is versatile enough to be used for dipping, stuffing, and toasting. Toasted pita chips are a widely popular variation of pita bread, made from baking the bread for a healthy alternative to traditional corn or potato chips. From starters to pita sandwiches to featured specials like Mahi Mahi with Pita Chips, Pita Jungle offers a wide variety of dishes featuring this Middle Eastern staple.
 

Fetoosh

An exotic, lemony salad with pita bread as the platform, fetoosh can be prepared from a variety of greens that are dressed in olive oil and lemon juice to amplify the tastes with a tangy and robust flavor. Try Pita Jungle’s Lentil Fetoosh Salad for a protein-packed meal that is tasty and nutritious.

What is Middle Eastern food? It is an increasingly popular cuisine in the United States, and its exotic flavorings and fresh ingredients are not only a refreshingly healthy treat for the tastebuds, they are also prepared to maximize flavor in every bite. Pita Jungle, a Middle Eastern restaurant in Arizona, prepares fresh dishes inspired by the flavors of the Middle East for customers who want delicious meals that are low on calories and high on taste. Pita Jungle is ready to help you discover “The Art of Eating Healthy®” today with nutritious Middle Eastern cuisine!