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Appetizer and Mezze
Ready to make the BEST cheese board for your next party? This here is the complete guide for how to make a cheese board. Answering ALL your questions from what cheeses and meats you need; to what else goes on a cheese board; how much you need; and how to arrange everything for a stunning…
Middle Eastern
If you’re looking for a healthy party dip that will bring all the wow, you need to try this baba ganoush! A smoky, rustic, super creamy eggplant dip, loaded with flavor from tahini, Middle Eastern spices, garlic and a splash of lemon juice. This one is even better the next day, when all the flavors…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Salmon is a popular weeknight dinner at my house. If all else fails, I reach for a tasty baked salmon or these individual parcels of salmon and veggies. But lately, I’ve been in love with blackened salmon. Tender, perfectly charred salmon fillet, covered in Mediterranean spices and served with a bold Mediterranean pomegranate salsa. And…
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Happiest of holidays everyone! I’ve put together a quick holiday gift guide to help you with those few gifts for the cooks and foodies in your life. I’ve organized the guide by categories, from fun stocking stuffers and small gifts, to cookbooks, and kitchen essentials. Be sure to scroll through all my picks. And for your…
Appetizer and Mezze
Flatbread is a thing of beauty. It’s the perfect carrier for all sorts of toppings. I love it for a simple meal, paired with a glass of wine (yes, please!) Even better as an appetizer to feed a crowd. I mean, you can get 15 rectangular pieces out of today’s flatbread recipe! And I’m telling…
Sides and Small Plates
Let’s give sweet potatoes a little punch! This simple sweet potato recipe has a bit of a Mediterranean twist. Here sweet potatoes are dressed up with a few spices, fresh herbs, garlic, and a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. This is a healthy sweet potato recipe that’s vegan and gluten free. But so…
Sides and Small Plates
This all-star freekeh recipe turns the ancient Mediterranean superfood into a festive vegan side dish or a Thanksgiving stuffing! If you haven’t tried smoky, nutty freekeh before, you’re in for a treat. With cranberries, apples, warm Mediterranean spices and fresh herbs, this freekeh will surprise your taste buds in the best way possible. (Vegan) When…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
What does a Mediterranean breakfast or a Mediterranean diet breakfast look like? You’d be surprised how often I hear this question; it’s time to delve into it more fully. Tasty ideas from quick bites to Mediterranean brunch recipes and the ultimate Mediterranean brunch board for your next party! I’m warning you now: we are about…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
This easy butternut squash recipe with lentils and quinoa makes the perfect side dish or warm fall salad to serve a crowd. It can also stand alone as a satisfying, superfood lunch! Warm Mediterranean spices and extra crunch from toasted almond take it to a new level of delicious. Vegan. Gluten Free. And, if you’re…
Appetizer and Mezze
Sweet potato toast is nutrition-packed, super easy to make, and will keep well for days! Great for make-ahead breakfast, lunch, or a big appetizer to share. And this sweet potato toast recipe takes the idea to a new level of tasty. Perfectly seasoned, then loaded with Mediterranean favorites like tahini, chickpeas, feta, fresh herbs and…
Turkish
Think of Lahmacun, pronounced Lahamajoun, as super thin, crispy pizza topped with a flavor-packed mixture of minced meat with peppers, tomato, fresh herbs and earthy spices. I take a major shortcut by using quality store-bought pizza dough. But the secret is in the spice mixture! This lahmacun recipe is the perfect prepare-ahead lunch. And it’s…
Middle Eastern
Hearty, low-carb baked zucchini casserole recipe. Layers of zucchini, carrots and onions with a perfectly spiced meat sauce! Gluten Free. This makes a hearty main with a little Lebanese rice. Early fall is such a sweet spot. The harvest is starting to bring in spot-light worthy goodness like pumpkin, sweet potatoes, and carrots, but we…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Easy Instant Pot soup with chickpeas, chopped veggies, fresh herbs, and just the right combination of Mediterranean spices. Loads of plant-based protein. Low-Carb. Vegan. And Gluten Free. Stovetop and Slow Cooker recipe instructions included. Not long ago Grub Street shared this news that 82 percent of meals in America are now made at home and people…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
A super-food kinda day over here! This roasted vegetable barley recipe is prepared Mediterranean-style…chockful of flavor, texture and goodness. Bonus, you can make this ahead as part of your meal-prep! Omit the feta for a vegan option. Learn more about this ancient grain called barley and check out all the options to serve this barley…
Greek
This flavor-packed Greek green bean salad is the ultimate low-carb, low-calorie, gluten free dish. Make ahead and serve it at room temperature. And if you’re serving a crowd, this is a great one to add to your Mezze choices! This is what I call a “stupid easy recipe.” It’s the kind of no-fuss dish that I…
Italian
Easy garlic shrimp recipe with peas and artichokes! A quick and bright one-skillet meal. Be sure to see our suggestions for what to serve along. Ya gotta love shrimp! It’s one of those ingredients that take very little effort to work with. Tasty, and super versatile! I always keep some frozen raw shrimp, already peeled…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Simple crustless zucchini quiche recipe with fresh herbs, tomatoes, and shallots. An egg casserole that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or light dinner. Add your favorite salad to go along (I have some ideas for you below.) Be sure to check out my tips and watch the video for how to make this crustless quiche…
Spanish
If you’re looking for a flavorful, mayonnaise-free, potato salad recipe, this potato salad recipe with tuna will not disappoint! A couple of spices add depth, and a simple dressing brings it all together. Gluten Free. The world loves potato salad, and among Mediterranean kitchens alone, the variations are plenty! At first glance, this potato salad…
Entree
A lighter, flavor-packed easy carbonara recipe with garlic roasted tomatoes and fresh herbs. And be sure to see my tip for ensuring a creamy carbonara sauce without scrambling the eggs! Carbonara is a delicious pasta dish 20th century pasta dish from Rome. To create a silky, richer and satisfying meal, classic carbonara recipes employ these…
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Looking for a simple guide to Mediterranean eating and the Mediterranean diet? The Mediterranean Dish is honored to collaborate with Mother Earth News and many experts to bring you this special magazine issue: Mediterranean Eating. The magazine is available for purchase at our online store or look where magazines are sold, including Barnes and Nobles. …
Sides and Small Plates
I’m fond of any recipe that can function in multiple ways: snack, appetizer, or a healthier weeknight side. This grilled Brussels sprouts recipe absolutely fits the bill here. Quickly marinated, Mediterranean-style, then perfectly charred, and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan. Admittedly, I fell in love with Brussels sprouts more recently as an adult. These…
Salads
11 Must-Try Mediterranean Salad Recipes. Easy salad recipes that are nutritious and packed with flavor. Perfect to complete your meal, or as the main dish! People often think of salad as the back-up singer to the main event. But in Mediterranean cooking, the lines are easily blurred. Sure, we love our baked fish, grilled souvlaki,…
Greek
This homemade chicken souvlaki recipe takes you to the streets of Athens! Complete with the best souvlaki marinade; instructions for indoor or outdoor grilling; and what to serve with your souvlaki. Be sure to see the video tutorial below. You simply cannot go to Greece without experiencing souvlaki. It’s a major Greek street food, and…
Appetizer and Mezze
Perfectly seasoned shrimp and Chorizo come together in this easy skillet shrimp recipe that takes on a South-of-Spain twist! Cooks in 20 minutes! Perfect as a hefty tapas (appetizer), or turn in into dinner (see ideas below!) Here is the thing about shrimp: they’re so dang easy to make. You can make sauteed shrimp in…
