Hummus just has to be the most versatile dip of all. You can add or omit a few ingredients and you can still whip up a tasty AND HEALTHY snack. Tahini, a sesame seed paste, is a staple in most hummus recipe. It adds flavor, texture, and a little color. However, it is not a "must have" ingredient. Hummus without tahini is delicious and super-easy, especially for folks who can't find it on their grocery store shelves. Check out the video about how to make hummus without tahini or read the recipe.

Timesaver Tip: No time to make the chicken yourself? No worries! A lemon pepper rotisserie chicken from your local supermarket makes a fine substitute for the real thing.

A tomato and cucumber salad is a perfect side dish for any chicken or poultry dish. It's light and bursts with flavor. Even better is that everything is all natural -- no high sodium store bought dressings for this salad.

More Salads You May Like....

• Tabbouleh
• Dried Fruit Salad
• Spinach Salad with Pomegranates and Chickpeas

I think the mushroom is generally underrated. It's not the most aesthetically pleasing of vegetables, but when prepared right, it is one of the most delicious! Now that warmer weather is here, it is the perfect time to start grilling mushrooms.

Grilling is synonymous with Middle Eastern food. Lamb, chicken, beef, and fresh vegetables are typical fare. Mushrooms are no exclusions. The Portobello mushroom is perfect for grilling -- its large and meaty and has a flavor like no other. It is the lobster of the mushroom family!

Check out this recipe for grilled mushrooms. You will not be disappointed by how simple it is or the flavor results!