With the recent craze of healthy living, many people are forgoing the normal fast food lunch during the work day and looking for some higher quality food for a healthy lunch. To change up the routine of classic, American healthy dishes, it can be great to try other cuisines such as Middle Eastern food. At Aladdin Mediterranean Restaurant, there is a wide range of healthy food with options for everyone, including vegetarian food and vegan food.

Dolmas are one of the most popular Mediterranean appetizers available. In addition to being healthy, these delicious stuffed grape leaves, topped with lemon sauce, are a flavorful beginning to a great meal. These are also perfect for just an afternoon snack if you need to sneak away from the office for a little while.

It is also great to have the ability to eat different types of salads that are unique with a special twist on them. It is not common to find salads in restaurants that include passion fruit dressing, but at Aladdin’s, you can have a colorful salad of peppers, carrots, feta, tomatoes, red onions, shrimp, and pistachios with a tangy passion fruit dressing. This type of salad is definitely something that people come back for several times throughout the week, due to its health conscious method of delivering a wide range of nutrition to your body.

The wood fired pizzas are great to share with a group. These pizzas are freshly made and can be eaten in or ordered to take out. Their Mediterranean twist, such as the addition of their own special spice blend, or homemade tomato sauce, is perfect for lunch or dinner.

Aladdin’s also has more exotic offerings such as rice plates, Mediterranean sandwiches, and entrees. A popular vegetarian option is the Vegetarian Meza Platter. This includes a variety of popular Mediterranean items such as hummus, falafel, and fresh pita to satisfy the taste buds of people who prefer to eat vegetarian meals.

Aladdin’s is a very popular choice for corporate catering and work-related events. Catering is available to add flavor to your next business meeting or party. Aladdin’s also offers side items and desserts in order to ensure you have a wide range of selections at your next business event. People will be happy to come and see healthy options offered instead of typical fried or greasy food. This flavorful treat will please the office and clients alike.

Is it possible to live a healthy Vegan lifestyle and still maintain your love of Middle Eastern food? According to the Harvard School of Public Health, it is definitely possible. This prestigious organization has conducted numerous studies to support the fact that vegan and vegetarian food contributes to a healthy diet. Within their findings, they discovered that many Mediterranean people in the 1960’s had very low documentation of chronic illnesses. The people of Greece and Italy are proof that there are health benefits in eating Middle Eastern or Mediterranean food.

The challenge is, finding a restaurant that is capable of doing so while maintaining quality, authenticity, and taste. For those us with sophisticated palates, this is very important. Aladdin Mediterranean Restaurant is, by far, the best you will get when it comes to meeting both worlds. You are encountered with an authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, healthy and organic ingredients, and the perfect mixture of whole grains and vegetables to provide you with delicious foods to compliment your Vegan lifestyle. This restaurant provides the always fresh ingredients and foods that are significant sources of essential proteins and nutrients, using traditional herbs, spices, and vegetables.

Each menu item, at this San Diego based gem of a cuisine, is creatively prepared fresh. They use all of the traditional ingredients of authentic Mediterranean foods such as, wheat, garlic, nuts, olive oil, beans, and grapes. They have mastered the art of catering to its public with a unique form of authentic taste. This may be attributed to their popularity in providing some of the industry’s favorites to its customers whether they are walk-in or from a corporate catering event. Aladdin Restaurant has mastered the art of providing fine Mediterranean cuisine.

An international favorite is Baba Ghanouj, which Aladdin prepares perfectly each time. Baba Ghanouj is a traditional vegetable only dish that is often served in several countries. Aladdin makes it perfectly with their own creative touch. The popular menu item consists of baked eggplant, parsley, fresh garlic, lemons, onions, tomatoes, and of course olive oil. It also has Tahini, which is a creamy delicious condiment made from toasted, ground, and hulled sesame seeds. This delicious menu item is reasonably priced and offers the option of half or full size orders.

Another favorite Vegetarian dish that Aladdin Mediterranean Restaurant is famous for is, Dolma. Dolma is a dish that consists of stuffed grape leaves. These delightful little favorites are a considered one of the Vegan population’s most sought after dish. It is made from all natural ingredients of a seasoned semi spicy combination of rice, chopped tomatoes, chopped onions, parsley, and traditional Middle Eastern spices. This delicious mixture is then rolled in beautifully prepared grape leaves and steamed. They are topped and served with Aladdin’s specially made zesty lemon sauce.