Salatet el Raheb — country by country
The monk's salad — smoky eggplant chopped with tomato, onion, and lemon, no tahini at all.
Every country brings its own touch. Here's how they differ.
🇱🇧 Lebanon
⏱ 40 minLegend credits a fasting monk with this tahini-free eggplant salad — lighter than mutabbal and named in his honor on every Lebanese menu.
✨ What makes it special
Charred eggplant kept chunky and dressed like a salad — lemon, olive oil, and fresh vegetables instead of tahini.