Augmented by olive oil, spices and local herbs, Mideast salad can give a thrill to your palate. Here is the list of five most popular salads of Middle Eastern table.

TABOULEH

Made with finely chopped parsley, tomato, mint, onion and olive oil, it is trademark dish of Lebanese cuisine.

SHANKLEESH SALAD

This classic salad is prepared with shankleesh, a variety of cheese popular in Middle-East cuisines. The cheese ball is covered with Za'atar, a mix of herbs and spices   

FATTOUSH

This authentic Lebanese salad is made with well-seasoned fried pita bread, seasonal vegetables and tossed in a zesty sumac Mediterranean dressing.

ZALATA AMBA

Made with chickpeas, pickled mango, sumac and spices, this zesty salad is a popular in the Middle-Eastern diet.

SALATET MALFOOF

Made with crunchy cabbage, fresh herbs, lemon, garlic, and scallions, this salad is a delicious vegan side that is served on the Middle Eastern tables.