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Greek
You’ll love this comforting one-pan chicken orzo recipe, prepared Greek-style! Boldly seasoned chicken, nestled in a mixture of tiny orzo pasta with onions, bell peppers, and tomato and baked to tender, creamy perfection. Easy and satisfying. Chicken dinners are always a winner at my house. And luckily, there are so many options from juicy baked…
Breakfast
You’ll love this easy menemen recipe of soft, perfectly scrambled eggs with tomatoes, peppers, and onions! This simple one-pan dish comes together in 20 minutes or less, and makes the perfect breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Just add your favorite crusty bread to serve along! If you’re into savory, perfectly scrambled eggs for breakfast (and yes,…
Fish and Seafood
This easy baked cod recipe comes together in just over 20 minutes, but there is a reason it is a big fan favorite! Tender, perfectly flaky cod, tossed in bold Mediterranean spices and baked with a tasty garlic and lemon sauce. Fish is one of the staples of the Mediterranean diet, so my family tries…
Appetizer and Mezze
Ultra creamy, lemony, and just enough garlicy white bean hummus! Serve it plain with a drizzle of good extra virgin olive oil, or dress it up with some nutty dukkah (highly recommended). The perfect bean dip! I don’t have to tell you that plain, classic hummus with chickpeas and tahini is the dip of choice…
Italian
One easy pasta recipe that I make regularly is pancetta pasta and peas, tossed in a simple garlic and olive oil sauce and finished with Parmesan cheese. So good! I love all sorts of sauces to dress up my pasta, and I do make a mean homemade spaghetti sauce that everyone loves. But if there…
Meat and Poultry
Juicy, perfectly-seasoned chicken, nestled in fragrant rice makes the best one-pot chicken and rice recipe in just over 30 minutes! Add your favorite salad and call it good! Be sure to watch the video and read through for some important tips for how to make chicken and rice. Chicken and rice have long been the…
Spanish
Spanish tortilla (or Spanish omelette) is made with thinly sliced potatoes, onions, and eggs, gently cooked in olive oil. It is also known as Torta Espnaola or Torta de Patates and it is best served at room temperature or even cold, which is why it is the perfect make-ahead dish! This is my personal take…
Recipe Roundups
This list of all-star Easter Recipes has something for everyone! From fall-apart tender Easter roasts to spring sides, bright salads and scrumptious Easter desserts that are anything but the ordinary pie. And a few Easter brunch recipes for those who love their eggs! Easter recipes with a Mediterranean twist! For my family, Easter dinner will…
Entree
Pastitsio is a comforting Greek lasagna with layers of pasta, a tantalizing cinnamon-spiked meat sauce, and creamy bechamel. I’m sharing my mom’s recipe, and it is a must-try! It is easier to make than you think, and you can prepare it in advance. If I were to ask you about a dish that might have…
Greek
This grilled chicken salad combines marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and bold Greek flavors all in one tasty and easy dinner. There is a reason this Greek chicken salad with the tastiest lemon and olive oil dressing is one of my go-to supper salads! I posted my ladolemono Greek dressing earlier in the week and could…
Greek
This lemon olive oil dressing called ladolemono is so much more than a Greek salad dressing! This simple, bright, and tangy dressing will be your go-to for dressing salads, but you can also use it as a marinade, or as a sauce to finish anything from fish, to chicken and even grilled vegetables. When I…
Fish and Seafood
Don’t miss these pro tips for light, golden brown crust and tender calamari that is not grease-heavy or rubbery. This fried calamari recipe will be your go-to! Be sure to read through and watch the video below. If you’ve done some traveling around the Mediterranean and Southern Europe, you likely encountered some form of fried…
Appetizer and Mezze
You’ll love this quick and delicious Greek yogurt dip with spinach, chopped walnuts, lemon juice and fresh herbs. Yes, it’s a nutritious spinach dip with a tasty Mediterranean twist! This post is sponsored by California Walnuts in celebration of American Heart Month. All opinions are my own. Anyone else love a good spinach dip?! If…
Middle Eastern
Perfectly fluffy cauliflower fritters, packed with fresh herbs, cumin and other warm spices. Serve them as an appetizer or snack with a squeeze of lemon juice or mint yogurt! Or pile them into a little pita for lunch. Lots of ideas below. I’ve not met vegetable fritters I did not like, but today’s cauliflower fritters…
Soups and Stews
Ready for the BEST white bean and kale soup you’ll ever try? With the added chicken, this is one comforting and satisfying pot to feed a hungry crowd! And you’ll love the flavors from warm spices, a hint of Parmesan, and a splash of bright lemon juice! Stovetop and crockpot instructions included. Because we eat…
Middle Eastern
You can have your favorite beef shawarma sandwich right at home, this easy recipe is all you need! I’m sharing my family’s secrets complete with the shawarma seasoning, which makes all the difference. Be sure to check out the tips and video below. Like hummus, falafel, and kofta Kebab, shawarma is another popular Middle Eastern…
Fish and Seafood
Ready to make the best steamed clams?! This recipe & tutorial will guide you through everything you need to know. Which clams to use? How to clean them? And most of all, how to prepare them Mediterranean-style in my delicious white wine broth with onions, garlic, bell peppers and fresh herbs! Watch the video below…
Desserts
Soft, nutty and just enough sweet! That’s the story of these addictive tahini chocolate chip cookies. What’s more? No butter! Rich, vegan tahini paste eliminates the use of butter, while adding a subtle nutty flavor that takes your usual chocolate chip cookies to a whole new level of delicious. These are a must try! This…
Italian
We can never have too many delicious and quick chicken recipes, can we?! You’ll love this healthy, juicy Italian baked chicken. Boneless skinless baked chicken breast recipe, prepared with a simple spice mixture, garlic and olive oil, and finished with fresh parsley and basil! Can you bake chicken breast without drying it out? Yes! Be sure…
Italian
Crisp, tender baked zucchini with a golden crust of freshly grated Parmesan, thyme and oregano. These Italian-flavored zucchini sticks are a crowed-pleaser. Best served hot out of the oven with a little red sauce or served with red sauce or Tztaziki sauce for dipping. Vegetarian and gluten free. One trick makes all the difference, be sure…
Salads
Simple and bright cauliflower salad, prepared Mediterranean-style with chopped veggies, garlic, and a zippy dressing of fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. Watch the video and grab my tips below. This large salad can be dressed a bit in advance, which makes it perfect for entertaining. And leftovers make a great lunch the…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
This Mediterranean three bean soup recipe is one power-packed vegetarian and gluten free dinner to feed a hungry crowd! And if you ever thought beans are boring, this delicious, cozy soup, finished with a bold tomato pesto will blow your mind! Admittedly, I have had a long and stable love relationship with soup. Whether we’re talking…
Fish and Seafood
Loaded with bright Mediterranean flavors, this baked white fish is seasoned with oregano and garlic and a mixture of tomatoes, olives, and red onions. Ready in about 25 minutes! Be sure to check out my fish tips and the video for how to make this recipe below! Baked white fish is one of the easiest…
Fish and Seafood
Quick and easy fish soup with warm Eastern Mediterranean spices, loads of fresh herbs, and a big splash of lemon juice. The perfect one-pot meal for any night of the week. Be sure to read through for important tips! I have a thing for seafood in a warm, aromatic broth. Tasty, lean, and satisfying, it’s…
