For the past month, Muslims around the world have been fasting for Ramadan , one of the most sacred times of the year in the faith of Islam. The days of fasting from sunrise to sunset will end in the evening of Sunday, May 1, with the highly anticipated […]
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For the past month, Muslims around the world have been fasting for Ramadan, one of the most sacred times of the year in the faith of Islam. The days of fasting from sunrise to sunset will end in the evening of Sunday, May 1, with the highly anticipated Eid al-Fitr feast.
Eid celebrations often include large feasts, gift-giving and gatherings among family and friends. Eid feasts can include hearty main dishes, including lots of slow-cooked meat, toasty grains and refreshing salads. Desserts often air on the lighter side, with fruits, nuts, spices and yogurts meant to aid digestion.
To honor this holy time, here are some recipes to make this year's Eid a deliciously memorable one.
Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate!
Appetizers and sides
This dip is so versatile — you can use it as a spread on a sandwich with leftover lamb, or have it on hand for expected company; it lasts up to a week in the fridge.
Moroccan-Spiced Carrot Salad by Alejandra Ramos
Middle Eastern spices turn plain carrots into a flavorful sensation. Once you taste the combo of spicy harissa, fresh herbs, zesty lemon and smoky cumin with naturally sweet and earthy carrots, you may never make them any other way again.
This vibrant, balanced salad has a wonderful combination of tangy, sweet citrus, earthy olives and cool mint. It's the perfect preface or complement to heartier, meat-heavy dishes.
Kibbeh by Camila Alves
In this kibbeh recipe, bulgur wheat, ground beef or lamb, garlic, mint and parsley come together to form a shell for a succulent meaty filling, which gets fried until crispy and brown. It's a comforting finger food to have on your Eid table.
"This beautiful Lebanese dish has been passed down from generations of women within my family and has nourished us with nutrient rich lentils, vibrant seasonal vegetables and warm spices!" says Dominique Khoury. "You can make this dish in one large soup pot, enjoy it over several days for lunch or dinner and create large batches and freeze it for future family dinners to come. It is filled with layers of wholesome, bright and delicious flavors and is enjoyed best with a slice of warm toast, family and friends!"
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