Middle Eastern cuisine — low-GI recipes
Middle Eastern cuisine: 23 low-GI recipes from the LOGI catalogue. The median glycemic load is 6.4 per serving. Preparation takes 3 to 110 minutes.
Sorted by glycemic load, lowest first.
Kuku Sabzi (Persian Herb Cake with Walnuts and Barberries)
A vibrant Persian herb cake bound with eggs and studded with walnuts and tart barberries — naturally low-glycemic, high in protein, and rich in phytonutrients.
Low-Glycemic Cauliflower Tabbouleh with Fresh Herbs
A blood sugar-friendly twist on traditional tabbouleh using cauliflower instead of bulgur wheat, packed with fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and healthy fats.
Çılbır (Turkish Poached Eggs in Garlic Yogurt with Paprika Butter)
Ottoman-era poached eggs nestled in garlicky yogurt with sizzling paprika butter — a near-zero-carb, high-protein breakfast that keeps blood sugar steady.
Hummus with Celery Sticks
A blood sugar-friendly snack combining protein-rich chickpea hummus with crisp, fiber-packed celery for sustained energy without glucose spikes.
Mast-o Khiar (Persian Yogurt with Cucumber and Herbs)
Creamy full-fat yogurt folded with salted cucumber, crushed walnuts, and fresh mint — a naturally low-glycemic Persian side that steadies blood sugar.
Adana Kebab with Çoban Salatası
Charred, hand-kneaded lamb kebabs with crisp Turkish shepherd's salad — a naturally low-glycemic, high-protein plate designed to keep post-meal blood sugar steady.
Hummus with Cucumber Slices
A blood sugar-friendly snack combining protein-rich hummus with hydrating cucumber for sustained energy without glucose spikes.
One-Pan Halloumi & Harissa Bake
A vibrant Mediterranean bake featuring layers of roasted aubergine and halloumi in spiced tomato sauce—simple, satisfying, and naturally blood sugar friendly.
Muhammara (Roasted Red Pepper & Walnut Dip)
A smoky Syrian dip of roasted red peppers and toasted walnuts — packed with healthy fats and fiber, virtually no starch, and a gentle glycemic footprint.
Hummus with Carrot Sticks
A perfectly balanced low-glycemic snack combining protein-rich hummus with fiber-packed carrots for sustained energy without blood sugar spikes.
Golden Turmeric Lentil Soup with Lemon and Greens
A nourishing, blood-sugar-friendly lentil soup featuring anti-inflammatory turmeric, fiber-rich lentils, and bright lemon—perfect for steady energy all day.
Shakshuka with Feta and Spinach
Eggs poached in spiced tomato-pepper sauce with wilted spinach and crumbled feta — a high-protein, near-zero glycemic load breakfast ready in under 30 minutes.
Mercimek Çorbası (Turkish Red Lentil Soup)
Velvety Turkish red lentil soup with a smoky paprika drizzle — naturally low-GI (≈26), high in fiber, and ideal for steady blood sugar.
İmam Bayıldı (Turkish Braised Stuffed Eggplant)
Silky braised eggplant stuffed with a fragrant tomato-onion filling — a naturally low-glycemic Turkish classic rich in fiber and heart-healthy olive oil.
Baba Ganoush with Crudités and Wholegrain Pita
Smoky roasted eggplant mashed with tahini, garlic, and lemon, paired with crisp vegetable sticks for dipping — a naturally blood-sugar-steady Lebanese mezze.
Spiced Moroccan Chicken Thighs with Citrus Carrot Salad
Aromatic cinnamon-spiced chicken thighs with pine nut stuffing paired with a refreshing orange-carrot salad—a blood sugar friendly Mediterranean feast.
Labneh with Za'atar, Olive Oil, and Wholegrain Pita
Silky, protein-rich labneh pooled with olive oil and fragrant za'atar, served with portioned wholegrain pita — a blood-sugar-friendly Lebanese breakfast plate.
Ful Medames (Egyptian Stewed Fava Beans)
Egypt's ancient breakfast of creamy fava beans with cumin, lemon and olive oil — naturally low-glycemic, high in plant protein and soluble fiber.
Moroccan-Spiced Lentil and Chickpea Stew with Roasted Vegetables
A fiber-rich, plant-based stew combining red lentils and chickpeas with aromatic spices—perfect for steady blood sugar and lasting satisfaction.
Harira (Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup)
A warmly spiced Moroccan soup brimming with red lentils and chickpeas — naturally low-GI, high in soluble fiber, and ideal for steady blood sugar.
Low-GI Mujadara with Bulgur and Crispy Onions
A blood-sugar-friendly Lebanese classic pairing brown lentils and coarse bulgur under a crown of crispy onions — high fibre, slow-digesting, deeply satisfying.
Fattoush with Wholegrain Pita Chips
A vibrant Lebanese bread salad loaded with crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and a tangy sumac-lemon dressing — naturally low-glycemic with wholegrain pita chips.
Low-GI Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian Herb & Kidney Bean Stew)
A blood-sugar-friendly Persian classic packed with fresh herbs, tender lamb, and low-GI kidney beans — no rice needed for a deeply satisfying meal.