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If you’re wondering what to serve with your kibbeh, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, I list 11 of the most popular side dishes for kibbeh.

In a rush? Here’s the short answer.

The best dishes to serve with kibbeh are tabouli, creamy spinach lentils, pita bread, stuffed grape leaves, and cucumber yogurt salad. For healthier options, try baked eggplant, chickpea salad, and fattoush salad. You can also serve potato salad, stuffed bell peppers, and vermicelli rice.

Ready? Let’s jump right in.

Tabouli

Tabouli is a classic Lebanese dish made with fresh parsley, tomatoes, scallions, mint, and bulgur.

It’s a zesty, refreshing salad seasoned with Lebanese seven-spice giving the dish a delicious sweet and savory flavor.

You can even add cucumbers for extra texture and cooling factor – it’s not traditional, but it’s a tasty addition.

Serve your kibbeh with a helping of lemony Lebanese tabouli on the side for a complete and nourishing meal.

Creamy spinach lentils

Got the craving for a warm and comforting dish to go with your kibbeh?

These creamy spinach lentils have your back.

Aside from lentils, this dish is loaded with vegetables like carrots and celery.

Everything is held together by a creamy mashed potatoes infused broth.

It’s a cozy and heartwarming dish – one mouthful and it’ll instantly lift your spirits.

Achieve ultimate comfort with a piping hot bowl of creamy spinach lentils.

Pita bread

No store-bought pita bread can compare to the texture and flavors of the homemade rendition.

Plus, you have to admit – it’s fun seeing the pita puff up as it cooks.

Natasha’s Kitchen’s pita bread recipe features two methods – oven and stovetop.

I prefer the stovetop method because you get those beautiful charred brown spots.

Once you have your fresh-off-the-stove pita, stuff them with your kibbeh and a smear of hummus – delicious!

Stuffed grape leaves

Looking for another appetizer to serve with kibbeh?

These stuffed grape leaves are exactly what you need.

Also known as warak enab, this dish features grape leaves stuffed with a rice and meat/vegetable mixture.

It takes some time to fill and roll each grape leaf, but you’ll be immediately rewarded once these finish cooking.

Give this Lebanese stuffed grape leaves recipe a try tonight!

Yogurt cucumber salad

Need something quick and straightforward?

Look no further than this cucumber salad.

No need for a long ingredients list with this dish – aside from salt and pepper, you only need six pantry staples to make this salad.

The Greek yogurt, dill, and lemon combine to give you a tangy, zesty kick in every bite.

Enjoy this cucumber yogurt salad with a platter of your favorite kibbeh.

Fattoush salad

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Make this fattoush salad if you want a more substantial salad to go with your kibbeh.

It’s a classic Middle Eastern dish made with leafy greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and toasted pita scraps.

But what makes this salad unique is its lemon dressing. This simple dressing is seasoned with sumac, making it extra citrusy and tangy.

Brighten any dish with vibrant, zippy flavors, courtesy of this fattoush salad.

Baked Eggplant With Tomatoes

Borrow inspiration from Mediterranean cuisine and whip up this baked eggplant to serve with your kibbeh.

This dish features roasted eggplant topped with caramelized onions and tomato sauce.

It may be simple, but it’s chock-full of delicious and fresh flavors.

Want to try this dish?

Head to Real Greek Recipes for the guide on making this nutritious and tasty side dish.

Middle eastern potato salad

This isn’t your traditional potato salad.

Instead of a creamy mayo-based dressing, the potatoes are tossed in a bright, herby dressing that serves as an excellent contrast to your savory kibbeh.

Plus, you can leave this dish at room temperature – you’re guaranteed this Middle Eastern potato salad won’t spoil quickly.

Perfect for your next picnic.

Lebanese vermicelli rice

Want a filling dish to serve with your kibbeh?

Why not this Lebanese vermicelli rice?

It’s a piece of cake to make, especially if you have an instant pot.

After soaking the rice, throw everything in the pot, and 30 minutes later you’ll have fluffy, perfectly cooked rice.

This instant pot Lebanese vermicelli rice will be your new go-to rice dish.

Chickpea salad

This plant-based chickpea salad is the perfect accompaniment for your vegetarian kibbeh.

Kibbeh has a crispy exterior and a tender interior, so the crisp chickpeas and vegetables make the perfect texture contrast.

This salad may be simple, but it packs a zesty punch.

Plus, it’s a breeze to make – everything comes together in one bowl.

This chickpea salad is gluten-free and plant-based, so everyone can enjoy it.

Middle eastern stuffed bell peppers

Complete your Middle eastern feast with these stuffed bell peppers (Koosa Mih-shee).

This dish involves bell peppers stuffed with lamb and rice, cooked in a delicious pomegranate and tomato broth.

It’s a hearty one-pot meal ideal for families or a group of friends to feast on.

Want to give it a try? Check out Tasty Oven’s easy-to-follow recipe.

Psst… not a fan of bell peppers? Kristina from Tasty oven suggests swapping them with other vegetables such as squash and cabbage.

The best side dishes for kibbeh

Tabouli
Creamy spinach lentils
Pita bread
Stuffed grape leaves
Yogurt cucumber salad
Fattoush salad
Baked eggplant With tomatoes
Middle eastern potato salad
Lebanese vermicelli rice
Chickpea salad
Middle eastern stuffed bell peppers