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Middle Eastern Food for Diabetics

Hummus, falafel, kebabs rated for blood sugar impact. Every food rated by glycemic index with nutrition facts.

222
Total Foods
221
Low GI (≤55)
28
Avg GI
100%
Diabetes-Friendly

GI Distribution

221
Low GI (≤55)
1
Medium GI (56-69)
0
High GI (≥70)

All Middle Eastern Foods (222)

Halloumi Cheese (Grilled)

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
321
Cal
3g
Carbs
21g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 2 slices (60g)

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Sujuk (Spiced Sausage, Grilled) + Egg

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
217
Cal
3.3g
Carbs
15g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Shanklish (Aged Cheese Salad)

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
180
Cal
4g
Carbs
12g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Halloumi + Tomato + Cucumber

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
133
Cal
4g
Carbs
10.7g
Protein
1.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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ME Lamb Kebab Grilled ME2

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
129
Cal
0g
Carbs
14.3g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Lamb Kebab + Grilled Veg

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
127
Cal
3.6g
Carbs
12.7g
Protein
1.4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Kebab Final ME

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
125
Cal
0g
Carbs
13.3g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Kebab Koobideh (2 skewers) + Salad

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
120
Cal
2g
Carbs
12g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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ME Kebab Final2

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
110
Cal
0g
Carbs
14g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Shish Tawook + Garlic Sauce

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
100
Cal
3g
Carbs
14g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Shish Tawook (Grilled Chicken Skewers)

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
94
Cal
1.7g
Carbs
15.6g
Protein
0.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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ME Shish Tawook ME2

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
88
Cal
0g
Carbs
15g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Samak Mashwi (Grilled Fish ME)

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
85
Cal
2g
Carbs
13g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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ME Grilled Chicken Plain

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
75
Cal
0g
Carbs
13.8g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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ME Shawarma Final2

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
71
Cal
0g
Carbs
11.4g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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ME Plate 7K

100
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
60
Cal
0g
Carbs
8g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Turkish Coffee (No Sugar)

99
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
5
Cal
0g
Carbs
0.3g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 cup (60ml)

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Turkish Tea (No Sugar)

99
SugarSmart
GI: 1(Low)
1
Cal
0g
Carbs
0g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 glass

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Lamb Kebab Full Home ME

100
SugarSmart
GI: 3(Low)
111
Cal
0.6g
Carbs
11.1g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Shawarma Final ME

100
SugarSmart
GI: 3(Low)
88
Cal
0.6g
Carbs
11.3g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Shish Tawook Full Home ME

100
SugarSmart
GI: 3(Low)
85
Cal
1g
Carbs
13g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Za'atar Spice Blend

100
SugarSmart
GI: 5(Low)
270
Cal
42g
Carbs
8g
Protein
10g
Fiber

Portion: 1 tbsp (5g)

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Sumac

100
SugarSmart
GI: 5(Low)
240
Cal
68g
Carbs
5g
Protein
20g
Fiber

Portion: 1 tsp (3g)

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Adana Kebab Full Set ME

100
SugarSmart
GI: 5(Low)
110
Cal
1.5g
Carbs
10g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Kofte Plate Full ME

100
SugarSmart
GI: 5(Low)
110
Cal
1.5g
Carbs
9g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Hummus

100
SugarSmart
GI: 6(Low)
166
Cal
14g
Carbs
8g
Protein
6g
Fiber

Portion: 1/3 cup (80g)

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Hummus + Vegetable Sticks

100
SugarSmart
GI: 6(Low)
166
Cal
14g
Carbs
8g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1/2 cup hummus + veggies (150g)

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Kebab Full Plate Set ME

98
SugarSmart
GI: 8(Low)
120
Cal
2g
Carbs
11g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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ME Hummus Plate Final2

98
SugarSmart
GI: 8(Low)
75
Cal
5g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
1.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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ME Fattoush Side

99
SugarSmart
GI: 8(Low)
40
Cal
4g
Carbs
1g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds (Middle Eastern Spiced)

100
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
450
Cal
5g
Carbs
30g
Protein
6g
Fiber

Portion: 1/4 cup

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Shawarma Plate (Chicken, No Bread)

99
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
165
Cal
2g
Carbs
24g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Adana Kebab (Spiced Lamb) + Salad

98
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
130
Cal
3g
Carbs
11g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Adana Kebab Spiced Lamb Salad

98
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
130
Cal
3g
Carbs
11g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Kafta Plate (Grilled Lamb Patty)

98
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
130
Cal
3g
Carbs
11g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Lamb Kofta Plate ME

98
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
130
Cal
3g
Carbs
10g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Samak Mashwi (Grilled Whole Fish)

98
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
120
Cal
0g
Carbs
22g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 fillet

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Chicken Kebab + Tahini Salad

98
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
109
Cal
2.7g
Carbs
10.9g
Protein
0.9g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Zhug (Yemeni Green Chili Sauce)

100
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
100
Cal
10g
Carbs
3.3g
Protein
3.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Egyptian Molokhia (Jute Leaf Stew)

98
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
48
Cal
2.4g
Carbs
4.8g
Protein
1.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Israeli Salad (Cucumber Tomato)

96
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
25
Cal
3g
Carbs
0.5g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Pickled Turnips

96
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
20
Cal
4g
Carbs
0.5g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 4 pieces (40g)

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Mint Lemonade (No Sugar)

94
SugarSmart
GI: 10(Low)
15
Cal
4g
Carbs
0g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 glass (250ml)

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Makdous (Stuffed Eggplant)

100
SugarSmart
GI: 12(Low)
200
Cal
10g
Carbs
5g
Protein
5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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ME Falafel Final2

100
SugarSmart
GI: 12(Low)
133
Cal
8.3g
Carbs
5g
Protein
3.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Lamb Kofta Kebab + Grilled Veg

97
SugarSmart
GI: 12(Low)
118
Cal
2.7g
Carbs
10g
Protein
0.9g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Baked Fish + Tahini + Vegetables

97
SugarSmart
GI: 12(Low)
112
Cal
4.8g
Carbs
11.2g
Protein
1.2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Kofta Tahini Full ME

96
SugarSmart
GI: 12(Low)
109
Cal
2.7g
Carbs
8.2g
Protein
0.9g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Fattoush Kofta Full Set ME

96
SugarSmart
GI: 12(Low)
85
Cal
2.3g
Carbs
6.2g
Protein
1.2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Fattoush Full Bowl ME

95
SugarSmart
GI: 12(Low)
48
Cal
4.8g
Carbs
1.2g
Protein
1.2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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ME Soup Final2

95
SugarSmart
GI: 12(Low)
21
Cal
1.7g
Carbs
1.3g
Protein
0.8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Grilled Lamb Chops + Tabbouleh + Hummus

100
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
420
Cal
18g
Carbs
32g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Labneh Balls in Olive Oil

94
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
400
Cal
10g
Carbs
15g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Grilled Kofta + Baba Ganoush + Salad

100
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
380
Cal
14g
Carbs
26g
Protein
5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Grilled Fish + Fattoush + Tahini

100
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
350
Cal
14g
Carbs
28g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Baked Fish + Tahini Sauce + Roasted Vegetables

100
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
340
Cal
12g
Carbs
28g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Egg + Halloumi + Tomato Plate

97
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
250
Cal
6g
Carbs
18g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate (180g)

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Kofta Bil Tahini (Meatballs in Tahini Sauce)

96
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
180
Cal
4g
Carbs
14g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Mixed Nuts (Middle Eastern Style)

96
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
180
Cal
6g
Carbs
5g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: handful (30g)

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Kofta Bil Tahini (Baked)

95
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
130
Cal
5g
Carbs
10g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Labneh with Olive Oil and Za'atar

93
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
130
Cal
4g
Carbs
8g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Falafel Final ME

100
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
125
Cal
10g
Carbs
5g
Protein
3.8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Grilled Kofta + Hummus + Salad

96
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
121
Cal
5.7g
Carbs
9.3g
Protein
1.8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Baba Ganoush

100
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
120
Cal
10g
Carbs
3g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1/3 cup (80g)

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Labneh Dip + Cucumber

94
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
120
Cal
6g
Carbs
6g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1/2 cup (100g)

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Fattoush Salad + Grilled Chicken

96
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
104
Cal
5.6g
Carbs
9.6g
Protein
1.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl

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Tabbouleh (Large Portion)

95
SugarSmart
GI: 15(Low)
60
Cal
8g
Carbs
2g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Chicken Shawarma Bowl + Garlic Sauce + Salad

100
SugarSmart
GI: 18(Low)
360
Cal
14g
Carbs
30g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl

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Falafel Full Home Set ME

94
SugarSmart
GI: 18(Low)
83
Cal
6.7g
Carbs
3.3g
Protein
2.1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Bamia (Okra Stew + Lamb)

94
SugarSmart
GI: 18(Low)
72
Cal
4g
Carbs
6.4g
Protein
1.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Doogh (Persian Yogurt Drink)

89
Smart
GI: 18(Low)
20
Cal
1.6g
Carbs
1.2g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Grilled Chicken + Baba Ganoush + Fattoush

100
SugarSmart
GI: 20(Low)
380
Cal
16g
Carbs
30g
Protein
5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Baked Chicken + Muhammara + Roasted Cauliflower

100
SugarSmart
GI: 20(Low)
370
Cal
16g
Carbs
28g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Fattoush Salad

95
SugarSmart
GI: 20(Low)
120
Cal
14g
Carbs
3g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl (150g)

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Shakshuka (Eggs in Tomato Sauce)

92
SugarSmart
GI: 20(Low)
100
Cal
5g
Carbs
8g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Ayran (Yogurt Drink)

89
Smart
GI: 20(Low)
40
Cal
3g
Carbs
3g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 glass (250ml)

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Lamb Stew (No Potato) + Yogurt + Salad

98
SugarSmart
GI: 22(Low)
360
Cal
12g
Carbs
28g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl + sides

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Tabbouleh + Grilled Lamb

92
SugarSmart
GI: 22(Low)
120
Cal
6.4g
Carbs
9.6g
Protein
1.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Ful Full Home Plate ME

93
SugarSmart
GI: 22(Low)
83
Cal
7.5g
Carbs
4.2g
Protein
2.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Harira Full Bowl ME

90
SugarSmart
GI: 22(Low)
40
Cal
4.7g
Carbs
2g
Protein
1.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Muhammara (Red Pepper Walnut Dip)

92
SugarSmart
GI: 25(Low)
200
Cal
14g
Carbs
4g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 1/4 cup (60g)

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Hummus with Veggie Sticks

94
SugarSmart
GI: 25(Low)
140
Cal
10g
Carbs
7g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Baba Ganoush + Pita

92
SugarSmart
GI: 25(Low)
125
Cal
13.3g
Carbs
3.3g
Protein
3.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Fatteh Makdous (Eggplant Yogurt)

90
SugarSmart
GI: 25(Low)
111
Cal
8.9g
Carbs
4.4g
Protein
2.2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Kebab Wrap Full Set ME

88
Smart
GI: 25(Low)
109
Cal
6.4g
Carbs
8.2g
Protein
0.9g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Dolma (Stuffed Zucchini, 3)

89
Smart
GI: 25(Low)
100
Cal
8.9g
Carbs
4.4g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Turkish Breakfast Plate (Full)

88
Smart
GI: 25(Low)
100
Cal
5.3g
Carbs
4.7g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Ful Complete Plate ME

92
SugarSmart
GI: 25(Low)
92
Cal
8.5g
Carbs
4.6g
Protein
3.1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Kibbeh Full Plate ME

88
Smart
GI: 25(Low)
91
Cal
4.5g
Carbs
7.3g
Protein
0.9g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Shawarma Full Plate ME

88
Smart
GI: 25(Low)
87
Cal
4.7g
Carbs
7.3g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Bamia (Okra Tomato Stew)

92
SugarSmart
GI: 25(Low)
60
Cal
6g
Carbs
3g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Balila (Warm Chickpea Breakfast)

96
SugarSmart
GI: 28(Low)
160
Cal
24g
Carbs
9g
Protein
6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl (200g)

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Hummus + Veggie Sticks + Pita

91
SugarSmart
GI: 28(Low)
133
Cal
15.6g
Carbs
5.6g
Protein
3.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Arayes Full Set ME

87
Smart
GI: 28(Low)
122
Cal
6.7g
Carbs
8.9g
Protein
1.1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Shakshuka (Eggs in Tomato)

88
Smart
GI: 28(Low)
120
Cal
6g
Carbs
8g
Protein
1.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Za'atar Roasted Chickpeas

92
SugarSmart
GI: 28(Low)
120
Cal
18g
Carbs
6g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1/3 cup (50g)

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Ful Hummus Falafel Plate

92
SugarSmart
GI: 28(Low)
114
Cal
11.4g
Carbs
5.7g
Protein
3.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Falafel Bowl (Full Salad)

89
Smart
GI: 28(Low)
91
Cal
8.6g
Carbs
4g
Protein
2.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Kousa Mahshi (Stuffed Zucchini)

87
Smart
GI: 28(Low)
80
Cal
7g
Carbs
5g
Protein
1.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Shawarma Rice Full Home ME

86
Smart
GI: 28(Low)
77
Cal
4g
Carbs
6g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Harira Soup (Moroccan Ramadan)

87
Smart
GI: 28(Low)
53
Cal
6.7g
Carbs
3.3g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Sahlab (Orchid Milk Drink, No Sugar)

84
Smart
GI: 28(Low)
40
Cal
6g
Carbs
1.5g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Shorba (Middle Eastern Lentil)

87
Smart
GI: 28(Low)
40
Cal
5.3g
Carbs
2.7g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Lentil Soup + Grilled Halloumi + Salad

100
SugarSmart
GI: 30(Low)
350
Cal
28g
Carbs
20g
Protein
8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl + sides

low-gino-ricecomplete-meal

Baba Ganoush + Pita Chips

89
Smart
GI: 30(Low)
160
Cal
16g
Carbs
4g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 1/2 cup + chips (120g)

low-gieggplantsmoky

Stuffed Grape Leaves + Yogurt

87
Smart
GI: 30(Low)
133
Cal
17.3g
Carbs
4g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 6 pieces

middle-easterngrape-leavesvegetarian

Mahshi Warak Enab (Stuffed Grape Leaves, 8)

88
Smart
GI: 30(Low)
125
Cal
15g
Carbs
3.8g
Protein
2.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-5validated

Ful + Falafel Breakfast Plate

91
SugarSmart
GI: 30(Low)
120
Cal
12.8g
Carbs
6.4g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-13validated

Shakshuka + Hummus + Pita (WG)

88
Smart
GI: 30(Low)
120
Cal
9.6g
Carbs
6.4g
Protein
2.4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-14validated

Warak Enab (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

87
Smart
GI: 30(Low)
120
Cal
14.7g
Carbs
4g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-2

Harira (Moroccan Lentil Soup)

87
Smart
GI: 30(Low)
47
Cal
6.7g
Carbs
2.7g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-5validated

Harira Moroccan Soup

87
Smart
GI: 30(Low)
47
Cal
6.7g
Carbs
2.7g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gimega-batchvalidated

Dried Apricots (6 pieces)

92
SugarSmart
GI: 31(Low)
240
Cal
210g
Carbs
11.3g
Protein
23.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gi

Falafel Wrap (WG)

89
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
145
Cal
16.4g
Carbs
6.4g
Protein
3.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 wrap

middle-easternfalafelvegetarian

Falafel Pita (WG Small)

90
SugarSmart
GI: 32(Low)
144
Cal
15.6g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
3.9g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-16validated

Doner Kebab (Light No Sauce)

85
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
130
Cal
7g
Carbs
11g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-16validated

Shawarma Wrap Full WG ME

86
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
127
Cal
9.1g
Carbs
10g
Protein
1.4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-36validated

Fattet Hummus (Chickpea Yogurt Dish)

88
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
120
Cal
14g
Carbs
6g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-2

Ful Medames Complete Bowl

90
SugarSmart
GI: 32(Low)
112
Cal
13.6g
Carbs
5.6g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-19validated

Kibbeh Plate (Baked) + Salad

85
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
109
Cal
6.4g
Carbs
8.2g
Protein
1.4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-32validated

Kibbeh Plate Baked Salad ME

85
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
109
Cal
6.4g
Carbs
8.2g
Protein
1.4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-34validated

Shakshouka + WG Bread

85
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
104
Cal
8g
Carbs
6.4g
Protein
1.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-6validated

Foul (Fava Beans, Mashed)

91
SugarSmart
GI: 32(Low)
100
Cal
15.6g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
4.4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl

middle-easternfavaprotein

Musakhan Full Set ME

84
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
92
Cal
5.4g
Carbs
7.7g
Protein
0.8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-44validated

Chicken Kebab Rice Full ME

84
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
80
Cal
5.3g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-46validated

Chicken Mandi Full ME

83
Smart
GI: 32(Low)
80
Cal
4.7g
Carbs
6g
Protein
0.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-47validated

Balila (Warm Chickpea Salad)

92
SugarSmart
GI: 33(Low)
140
Cal
18g
Carbs
8g
Protein
5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl

low-giverified-gihigh-fiber

Lentil Soup + Pita + Fattoush Salad

98
SugarSmart
GI: 35(Low)
380
Cal
42g
Carbs
18g
Protein
10g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl + sides

low-gihigh-fibercomplete-meal

Stuffed Zucchini (Kousa Mahshi) + Yogurt

89
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
280
Cal
22g
Carbs
12g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 2 pieces + yogurt

low-gino-ricestuffed

Labneh + Za'atar + Olive Oil Toast

84
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
183
Cal
15g
Carbs
8.3g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

middle-easternyogurthealthy

Ashta (Clotted Cream) + Pistachios

81
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
180
Cal
10g
Carbs
4g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber

Portion: small cup (60g)

low-giportion-controlcreamy

Sabich (Israeli Eggplant Pita)

84
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
130
Cal
11g
Carbs
5g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-20validated

Lebanese Kibbeh Bil Sanieh (Baked)

84
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
120
Cal
8g
Carbs
9g
Protein
1.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-12validated

Lamb Shawarma Plate (Full)

83
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
113
Cal
7.3g
Carbs
8g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-14validated

Fatteh Lahem (Meat Yogurt Bread)

83
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
112
Cal
8g
Carbs
7.2g
Protein
1.2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-32validated

Fatteh Lahem Meat Yogurt

83
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
112
Cal
8g
Carbs
7.2g
Protein
1.2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-34validated

Turkish Iskender (Yogurt Lamb)

82
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
112
Cal
7.2g
Carbs
8.8g
Protein
0.8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-12validated

Muhallabia (Sugar-Free)

80
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
110
Cal
16g
Carbs
4g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: small bowl

middle-easternmilk-puddingdessert

Ful Medames Bowl (Complete)

88
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
104
Cal
12.8g
Carbs
5.6g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-5validated

Muhallebi (Milk Pudding, Sugar-Free)

80
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
100
Cal
14g
Carbs
4g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 small cup (120g)

low-gisugar-freerosewater

Shawarma Plate (Chicken, Full)

83
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
97
Cal
6.9g
Carbs
7.4g
Protein
1.1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-10validated

Fasolia (White Bean Stew)

90
SugarSmart
GI: 35(Low)
95
Cal
15g
Carbs
6g
Protein
5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl

low-giverified-gihigh-fiber

Mansaf Lamb Full Plate ME

82
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
87
Cal
6g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-41validated

Lamb Mansaf Home Full ME

81
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
80
Cal
4.7g
Carbs
6g
Protein
0.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-45validated

Jallab (Date Grape Drink, No Sugar)

80
Smart
GI: 35(Low)
30
Cal
7g
Carbs
0g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-2

Grilled Chicken Shawarma Plate + Hummus + Salad

94
SugarSmart
GI: 38(Low)
480
Cal
32g
Carbs
34g
Protein
6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

low-gihigh-proteincomplete-meal

Kaymak + Honey + WG Bread (Turkish)

82
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
200
Cal
16.7g
Carbs
5g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-20validated

Fatayer Spinach WG (3)

85
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
167
Cal
18.3g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
3.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-7validated

Kibbeh (Baked)

84
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
160
Cal
12g
Carbs
12g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 3 pieces

middle-easternbulgurlamb

Manakish Full Plate ME

82
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
150
Cal
13.8g
Carbs
5g
Protein
1.9g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-35validated

Shawarma Wrap (WG Pita)

82
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
150
Cal
13g
Carbs
11g
Protein
1.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-14validated

Chicken Shawarma Plate

81
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
121
Cal
10g
Carbs
9.3g
Protein
1.1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

middle-easternchickenshawarma

Iskender Kebab (Light)

81
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
120
Cal
8g
Carbs
9.6g
Protein
0.8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-7validated

Chicken Musakhan (Full)

81
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
108
Cal
8.5g
Carbs
8.5g
Protein
1.2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-26validated

Chicken Shawarma Bowl + Pickles

81
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
100
Cal
8.7g
Carbs
8g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-6validated

Kabsa Chicken Full ME

80
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
87
Cal
7.3g
Carbs
6g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-40validated

Lentil Soup (Shorba) + Bread

83
Smart
GI: 38(Low)
73
Cal
10.7g
Carbs
4g
Protein
2.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl + bread

middle-easternsouplentil

Lamb Kebab Plate + Hummus + Pita + Salad

90
SugarSmart
GI: 40(Low)
480
Cal
34g
Carbs
32g
Protein
5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

low-gigrilledcomplete-meal

Fish Sayyadieh + Tahini + Salad

87
Smart
GI: 40(Low)
420
Cal
34g
Carbs
28g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

low-giomega-3lebanese

Foul + Falafel + Pickled Turnips + Pita

91
SugarSmart
GI: 40(Low)
420
Cal
42g
Carbs
18g
Protein
8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

low-giplant-proteintraditional

Stuffed Grape Leaves + Hummus + Tabbouleh

87
Smart
GI: 40(Low)
400
Cal
38g
Carbs
12g
Protein
6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

low-givegetariancomplete-meal

Ful Medames + Pita (WG)

87
Smart
GI: 40(Low)
140
Cal
19g
Carbs
7g
Protein
5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl + pita

middle-easternfava-beanprotein

Ful Medames (Fava Bean Stew)

88
Smart
GI: 40(Low)
110
Cal
16g
Carbs
8g
Protein
5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 bowl

low-giverified-gihigh-fiber

Grilled Kofta + Brown Rice + Grilled Vegetables

85
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
460
Cal
36g
Carbs
28g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

low-gigrilledcomplete-meal

Dates + Walnuts (3+3)

86
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
450
Cal
70g
Carbs
7.5g
Protein
10g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-4

Falafel Wrap + Tahini + Pickles + Salad

90
SugarSmart
GI: 42(Low)
440
Cal
40g
Carbs
16g
Protein
8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 wrap + sides

low-giplant-proteincomplete-meal

Mujaddara (Lentil Rice) + Yogurt + Salad

88
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
400
Cal
48g
Carbs
16g
Protein
8g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

low-giplant-proteincomplete-meal

Dates + Almonds (3+5)

85
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
350
Cal
55g
Carbs
10g
Protein
7.5g
Fiber

Portion: 3 dates + 5 almonds

middle-easterndatesnuts

Hummus + Boiled Eggs + Cucumber + Pita

86
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
320
Cal
28g
Carbs
16g
Protein
5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate (250g)

low-gibalancedprotein-rich

Labneh Balls + Mint + Pita

79
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
240
Cal
20g
Carbs
10g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate (150g)

low-giprobioticsfermented

Egg + Cheese Fatayer

81
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
220
Cal
22g
Carbs
12g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 2 pieces

middle-easternpastryegg

Arayes (Meat Stuffed Pita, WG)

81
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
175
Cal
15g
Carbs
11.3g
Protein
1.9g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-2

Sfeeha (Meat Pie, WG, 3)

81
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
173
Cal
14.7g
Carbs
10.7g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-6validated

Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza, WG)

80
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
163
Cal
16.3g
Carbs
8.8g
Protein
1.9g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-6validated

Hawawshi (Egyptian Meat Pie, WG)

80
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
156
Cal
12.2g
Carbs
10g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-5validated

Manti (Turkish Dumplings 8)

79
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
156
Cal
15.6g
Carbs
7.8g
Protein
1.1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-7validated

Manti Turkish Dumplings 8pc

79
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
156
Cal
15.6g
Carbs
7.8g
Protein
1.1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gimega-batchvalidated

Pide (Turkish Pizza WG)

80
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
156
Cal
14.4g
Carbs
8.9g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-7validated

Pide Turkish Pizza WG Meat

80
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
156
Cal
14.4g
Carbs
8.9g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gimega-batchvalidated

Dates Stuffed with Almonds (2)

81
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
140
Cal
22g
Carbs
3g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 2 dates (40g)

low-ginatural-sugartraditional

Mujaddara (Lentils and Rice)

84
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
130
Cal
20g
Carbs
6g
Protein
4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

low-giverified-gihigh-fiber

Mujaddara (Lentil + Rice)

82
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
112
Cal
17.6g
Carbs
5.6g
Protein
3.2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

middle-easternlentilrice

Palestinian Musakhan (Sumac Chicken)

79
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
108
Cal
8.3g
Carbs
9.2g
Protein
1.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-12validated

Fish Sayadieh (Lebanese)

78
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
100
Cal
10g
Carbs
7.1g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-23validated

Lamb Ouzi (Iraqi Rice)

78
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
100
Cal
9.3g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-32validated

Lamb Ouzi Iraqi Rice Full

78
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
100
Cal
9.3g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-34validated

Mansaf Small Jordanian

78
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
100
Cal
8.6g
Carbs
7.1g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-27validated

Chicken Kabsa Full

77
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
94
Cal
8.8g
Carbs
6.9g
Protein
0.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-28validated

Koshari (Egyptian, Brown Rice)

80
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
93
Cal
13.3g
Carbs
4g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-5validated

Koshari Egyptian Brown Rice

80
Smart
GI: 42(Low)
93
Cal
13.3g
Carbs
4g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gimega-batchvalidated

Freekeh (Cooked)

90
SugarSmart
GI: 43(Low)
130
Cal
26g
Carbs
5g
Protein
8g
Fiber

Portion: 1/2 cup (100g)

low-giwhole-grainsmoky

Freekeh Salad (Roasted Green Wheat)

82
Smart
GI: 43(Low)
111
Cal
16.7g
Carbs
4.4g
Protein
3.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-2

Chicken Mansaf (Light) + Salad

82
Smart
GI: 44(Low)
440
Cal
38g
Carbs
30g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

low-gijordaniantraditional

Akkawi Cheese + Tomato + Olive Oil + Bread

80
Smart
GI: 44(Low)
300
Cal
22g
Carbs
14g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate (180g)

low-gicalciummediterranean

Labneh + Olive Oil + Za'atar + Pita

78
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
280
Cal
24g
Carbs
10g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate (180g)

low-giprobioticshealthy-fats

Qatayef (Small, Nut Filled, 2pc)

75
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
280
Cal
36g
Carbs
8g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-13validated

Basbousa (Semolina, Sugar-Free, Small)

75
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
260
Cal
36g
Carbs
6g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-4

Manakish Za'atar (WG)

78
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
208
Cal
26.7g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
2.5g
Fiber

Portion: 1 piece

middle-easternflatbreadzaatar

Mansaf (Lamb Yogurt, Small, Brown Rice)

76
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
121
Cal
11.4g
Carbs
8.6g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-2

Chicken Mansaf (Brown Rice)

76
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
107
Cal
10.7g
Carbs
7.3g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-9cvalidated

Jordanian Mansaf (Light Brown Rice)

76
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
100
Cal
10g
Carbs
7.3g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-12validated

Kabsa Full Saudi

76
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
100
Cal
10.6g
Carbs
6.9g
Protein
0.6g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-27validated

Lamb Mansaf (Light Brown Rice)

76
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
100
Cal
9.3g
Carbs
7.3g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-19validated

Muhallabia (Milk Pudding with Rosewater)

74
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
100
Cal
16g
Carbs
3g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 small bowl

low-giverified-gi

Jallab (Date Grape Molasses Drink, Low Sugar)

73
Smart
GI: 45(Low)
50
Cal
12g
Carbs
0g
Protein
0g
Fiber

Portion: 1 glass

low-giverified-gi

Baklava (Small, 1pc)

74
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
400
Cal
46.7g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
3.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

verified-gibatch-13validated

Fatayer (Spinach Pie)

78
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
220
Cal
24g
Carbs
6g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 2 pieces (120g)

low-gispinachbaked

Kibbeh (Bulgur Meat Croquette)

80
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
175
Cal
18g
Carbs
12g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 2 pieces

low-giverified-gi

Maklouba (Upside Down Rice, Brown)

75
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
121
Cal
14.3g
Carbs
6.4g
Protein
1.4g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

middle-easternricechicken

Musakhan (Sumac Chicken + Flatbread)

75
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
120
Cal
11.2g
Carbs
8.8g
Protein
1.2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Maqluba (Upside Down Rice, Brown)

75
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
114
Cal
13.6g
Carbs
6.4g
Protein
1.1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Chicken Tagine + Couscous (WG)

75
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
113
Cal
12.7g
Carbs
8g
Protein
1.3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 plate

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Sayadieh (Fish + Rice, Brown)

74
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
107
Cal
12.1g
Carbs
7.9g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Chicken Mandi (Brown Rice)

74
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
100
Cal
10.7g
Carbs
7.3g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Kabsa Saudi Chicken Brown Rice

74
Smart
GI: 48(Low)
100
Cal
11.3g
Carbs
6.7g
Protein
0.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Halva (Tahini, Small)

70
Smart
GI: 50(Low)
520
Cal
60g
Carbs
12g
Protein
3g
Fiber

Portion: 1 small slice (25g)

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Makloubeh (Upside-Down Rice with Vegetables)

75
Smart
GI: 50(Low)
140
Cal
20g
Carbs
6g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Manakish Za'atar (Flatbread with Herbs)

72
Smart
GI: 52(Low)
210
Cal
28g
Carbs
6g
Protein
2g
Fiber

Portion: 1 piece

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Knafeh (Small Portion, Reduced Sugar)

67
Be Careful
GI: 55(Low)
333
Cal
46.7g
Carbs
10g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 serving

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Dates (Medjool, 2)

70
Smart
GI: 55(Low)
277
Cal
75g
Carbs
2g
Protein
7g
Fiber

Portion: 2 dates (48g)

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Ma'amoul (Date Cookie, 1 piece)

69
Be Careful
GI: 55(Low)
160
Cal
22g
Carbs
2g
Protein
1g
Fiber

Portion: 1 piece (35g)

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Pita Bread (Whole Wheat)

75
Smart
GI: 56(Medium)
266
Cal
55g
Carbs
10g
Protein
7g
Fiber

Portion: 1 pita (60g)

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