Famous Arab Vegans You Should Know

Publish date: Tuesday، 07 February 2023 Last update: Wednesday، 01 November 2023

Many people are choosing to follow a vegan lifestyle for a healthier body. From vegan ice cream to vegan burgers, the variety of plant-based food just keeps getting better and better. While many influencers are still on a meat-based diet, many have become vegan. Here are some of the most famous Arab vegans.

Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud

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Saudi Prince Khaled has an inspiring transformation story where he became a vegan to maintain his health because he was overweight, and had a high cholesterol.

Bassem Youssef

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Egyptian actor and comedian Bassem Youssef currently runs his own plant-based website and diet plan and reminds his weight loss journey with his 3.5 million followers every once in a while to raise awareness.

One Arab Vegan

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Egyptian fitness enthusiast Nada was born and raised in Bahrain, and currently lives and works in Abu Dhabi, UAE. She is also a chef who creates must-try vegan recipes.

Ghanim AlSulaiti

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Qatari influencer and owner of several sustainable and eco-friendly businesses. Al Sulaiti opened Qatar’s first 100% vegan restaurant.

Joyce Mrad

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Lebanese 'Food Stylist" began exploring the wonders of the world with a fork in her hand. Mrad shared gluten, dairy & sugar free as well as vegan delicious recipes with her 145K Instagram followers.