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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…
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…
Uncategorized
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…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
This zucchini chips recipe will change your snack-time routine! Extra crispy and absolutely addictive. Just a few tips ensure the best baked zucchini chips. And you can make them ahead and store for later, or add them as a fun side next to things like Greek burgers or lemon chicken. Be sure to watch my…
Italian
This Mediterranean baked fish takes on a simple sauce with tomatoes and capers. Comes together in 35 minutes! It’s delicious, plus healthy (low-carb; low-calorie; gluten free). And I have the perfect Mediterranean sides and salads to complete the menu. Be sure to watch my video below and you’ll see how easy it is to make…
Mediterranean Diet
Eating the Mediterranean way has never been easier! First, we have a bank of easy, bold Mediterranean diet recipes here. This handy, free Mediterranean diet shopping list. Plus, the best EVOO and all-natural spices for Mediterranean cooking here. The Mediterranean diet (lifestyle) has been around for many years, and it is still considered one of…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Easy stuffed peppers for breakfast, brunch or dinner! Prepared Mediterranean-style and stuffed with a flavor-packed, vegetarian and gluten-free potato hash, then topped with the perfect egg. (Recipe comes with prepare-ahead instructions.) Master the art of stuffed veggies, and you’ve claimed a place in the Mediterranean kitchen. From stuffed cabbage rolls; to stuffed koussa (zucchini); as…
Meat and Poultry
Perfectly tender breaded chicken, covered in a crispy crust with za’atar and toasted sesame seeds. Comes together in less than 30 minutes. Be sure to see the suggestions for sides and salads. In the first few pages of Michael Solmonov’s book, Zahav: A World of Israeli Cooking, he describes his father’s chicken schnitzel as a…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Simple Mediterranean Avocado salad recipe, tossed in a zingy garlic vinaigrette with a generous pinch of Za’atar! Add decadent grilled halloumi cubes in place of croutons, or leave them off for a vegan option. If you’ve been cooking the Mediterranean way for a time, you already know how to build a salad-a great one-out of…
Meat and Poultry
This meatballs recipe is on the regular menu rotation for good reason. Melt-in-your-mouth tender meatballs, prepared Lebanese-style with notes of cinnamon and allspice in a tasty, thick tomato sauce. Not your average! Be sure to watch the video tutorial below. Italians are well-known for saucy meatballs. But, really, meatballs are one of those comfort foods…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Warm weather vibes going on here with this tasty Mediterranean-style grilled zucchini salad, and I won’t apologize for it! Simple grilled zucchini tossed in extra virgin olive oil and finished with fresh herbs and feta. This is perfect next to almost anything from Souvlaki to Greek Baked Meatballs or pan-seared salmon. I love adding a…
Egyptian
A potato casserole recipe with an Egyptian twist. Healthier than your average potato casserole, but every bit as satisfying. The secret is in the sauce! The goal of a potato casserole is always comfort, am I right? My guess is, when we think “comforting potato casserole,” the majority of us living here in the States,…
Breads
Easy recipe for Tsourike: Greek Easter Bread! Sweet yeast bread that is a bit brioche-like. You’ll love this traditional dense braided loaf that’s adorned with red-dyed eggs. You can serve it as part for brunch with a little honey and feta, or as part of your dinner feast next to other favorites like this Greek…
