List of ancient foods

List of foods consumed in ancient times

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List of ancient foods refers to the various types of food that were consumed by ancient civilizations. These foods have been discovered through archaeological findings and historical records. Many of these foods are still consumed today, while others have fallen out of common use.

Grains and Cereals

• Emmer - An ancient wheat species, emmer was a staple in the diets of early civilizations such as Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia.
• Barley - Widely used in ancient brewing and as a food staple, barley was a key crop in Ancient Greece and Rome.
• Millet - A group of small-seeded grasses, millet was cultivated in Asia and Africa and remains important in these regions today.

Fruits

• Figs - One of the first cultivated fruits, figs were popular in Ancient Greece and Rome.
• Dates - A staple in the Middle East, dates have been cultivated since ancient times and were a major part of the diet in Mesopotamia.
• Grapes - Used for wine production and as a food source, grapes were significant in Ancient Rome and Greece.

Vegetables

• Lentils - One of the earliest domesticated legumes, lentils were a common food in Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia.
• Chickpeas - Also known as garbanzo beans, chickpeas were cultivated in the Middle East and Mediterranean regions.
• Onions - Widely used in cooking, onions were a staple in the diets of many ancient cultures.

Meat and Fish

• Fish - Consumed by coastal and riverine civilizations, fish was a crucial protein source in Ancient Egypt and Greece.
• Pork - Domesticated pigs were raised for meat in Ancient China and Europe.
• Lamb - Sheep were domesticated for their meat, wool, and milk, and lamb was a common food in Ancient Mesopotamia.

Dairy

• Cheese - Evidence of cheese-making dates back to ancient times, with cheese being a valued food in Ancient Rome and Greece.
• Yogurt - Fermented milk products like yogurt were consumed in Central Asia and the Middle East.

Beverages

• Wine - A significant part of Ancient Greek and Roman culture, wine was made from fermented grapes.
• Beer - One of the oldest alcoholic beverages, beer was brewed in Ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt.

Spices and Condiments

• Salt - Essential for preservation and flavoring, salt was a valuable commodity in ancient times.
• Honey - Used as a sweetener and in medicine, honey was harvested by many ancient cultures.

See also

• History of agriculture
• Ancient cuisine
• List of ancient dishes

External links

• Category:Ancient foods on WikiMD