Simple Italian Minestrone Soup
You'll love this simple, hearty Italian minestrone soup, brimming with vegetables, beans and a little pasta. The draw here is in the thick, flavorful tomato broth with piney rosemary, lots of fresh herbs, and Parmesan rind, a secret ingredient that Italian grandmothers have been using for years! This is an easy recipe that you can adapt to whatever vegetables you have on hand. It's the … Read More...
Mediterranean Whole Roasted Red Snapper Recipe
This tutorial is all you need to make the BEST whole red snapper recipe! Red snapper takes on some bold Mediterranean flavors--garlic, fresh herbs, and a trio of warm spices--then roasted to tender perfection with bright bell peppers, onions and tomato. Ready in just 35 minutes! A few simple tips … Read More...
Easy Baked Zucchini with Thyme and Parmesan
Crisp, tender baked zucchini with a golden crust of freshly grated Parmesan, thyme and oregano! These Italian-flavored zucchini sticks are a crowed pleaser, served with a little Tztaziki sauce, or as a quick side next to your favorite mains. Best served hot-out-of-the-oven! One trick makes all … Read More...
Easy Baba Ganoush Recipe
Looking for the BEST authentic Baba Ganoush recipe? This step-by-step tutorial will show you exactly how to make this silky, creamy, flavor-packed eggplant dip with tahini, garlic and citrus. This healthy, vegetarian and gluten free dip will surprise your taste buds in the best way possible! Add it … Read More...
Farro Risotto: Farro Recipe with Mushrooms and Peas
You'll love this easy farro recipe with mushrooms and peas, creamy and packed with flavor from fresh thyme, garlic, and a little Parmesan cheese. Think of this as a farro risotto type dish, but with far less TLC than your typical risotto requires! This farro recipe is perfect as a vegetarian … Read More...
15 Mediterranean Fresh Tomato Recipes that are NOT Salad
There are so many ways to use fresh, juicy, perfectly ripe tomatoes. And today, we go beyond the obvious and dig into the BEST fresh tomato recipes that are NOT salads--from simple dinners like chicken caprese, to flavor-packed olive oil pasta, salmon dinners and more!Tomato recipes for every … Read More...
Easy Seafood Paella Recipe
If you've ever been intimated by making paella, this tutorial is all you need to get going! This saffron-infused easy seafood paella with shrimp and lobster is a simpler take on traditional paella with fewer ingredients and no special pan. It will deliver the WOW factor on all level, but you don't … Read More...
Grilled Lettuce Salad with Corn, Tomatoes and Tahini Dressing
If you haven't tried grilled lettuce before, you are in for a treat! Smoky, perfectly tender grilled lettuce, with just the right amount of char and crispy edges, makes the base of this beautiful summer salad with a mixture of grilled corn, tomatoes, parsley, green onions and a splash of lemon … Read More...
Homemade Greek Chicken Gyro Recipe
Can't get enough of your favorite Greek restaurant's gyros? Try this quick and easy chicken gyro recipe for something just as delicious, but far better for you! Yogurt-marinated chicken tenders, packed with flavor from warm spices, and loaded into a pita wrap with homemade tzatziki sauce and all … Read More...
Chilled Cucumber Soup, Persian-Style
Looking for the perfect way to cool off, detox, and reset your body? This tasty cold cucumber soup with fresh herbs and toasted walnuts will do the trick! Think of this as a cucumber gazpacho with a cool, creamy yogurt base. This is great to prepare in advance so it has time to chill in the … Read More...