A Middle Eastern classic, falafel is made from ground chickpeas or fava beans, mixed with herbs and spices, and deep-fried to perfection. Enjoy it in a wrap, salad, or as a side dish.
Hummus is a creamy dip made from blended chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It's often served with pita bread or as a side dish with fresh vegetables.
Tabbouleh is a refreshing salad made with finely chopped parsley, tomatoes, mint, onions, and soaked bulgur, dressed with olive oil and lemon juice.
Many places in Abu Dhabi offer a vegetarian version of the popular shawarma. Instead of meat, it may contain grilled vegetables, falafel, and tahini sauce.
Similar to baba ganoush, moutabal is a smoky eggplant dip made with roasted or grilled eggplant, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. It's a delightful appetizer.
Grape leaves stuffed with a mixture of rice, pine nuts, and herbs, dolma is a delicious vegetarian dish often served as an appetizer or part of a mezze platter.
Manousheh is a Lebanese flatbread that can be topped with various ingredients. Try a vegetarian version with za'atar (a blend of herbs and spices), olive oil, and sometimes cheese.
Explore a variety of small dishes like muhammara (red pepper and walnut spread), labneh (strained yogurt), olives, and pickled vegetables. Mezze platters are a great way to sample different flavors.