Here we are at the end of another great year working our way through Mediterranean recipes and amazing flavors from all around the Mediterranean! And now, I get to write my favorite post of the year sharing the BEST Mediterranean recipes of 2018!
And since it’s 2018, I have 18 must-try Mediterranean recipes. These recipes have been chosen by you, readers of this blog.
As we end another big here over at The Mediterranean Dish, it’s always exciting to look back on the hundreds of recipes and Mediterranean flavors we journeyed through. Needless to say, we have been busy cookin’ up some tasty Mediterranean diet recipes…and there is much more to come this year.
I want to thank each and everyone of you for being a part of The Mediterranean Dish community. You have taken some precious time to cook and share these Mediterranean recipes with your loved ones. So grateful for you! And so glad to be a part of your kitchen.
In this roundup are the top 18 Mediterranean recipes of the year as determined by YOU! These recipes are the most read, tested, cooked, shared, inhaled, raved-about recipes by readers of The Mediterranean Dish this year in particular. And it’s always fun to see that some recipes from years past continue to be favorites!
New to Mediterranean Eating?
And if you’re new here, or if you’re new to the Mediterranean diet or eating the Mediterranean way, this selection of Mediterranean recipes is a great place to start.
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BEST MEDITERRANEAN RECIPES OF 2018
To see each recipe, simply click on the photo or the recipe name in red above each photo
Simple Mediterranean Olive Oil Pasta
Easy Homemade Chicken Shawarma
Sheet Pan Baked Halibut and Vegetables
Greek Chicken Souvlaki
Easy Mediterranean Shrimp Recipe
Traditional Greek Salad
Mediterranean Watermelon Salad
Mediterranean Roasted Leg of Lamb
Greek Braised Eggplant and Chickpeas
Hi Suzy, Thank you for sharing such a long list of Mediterranean dishes, would love to cook as much as I can from the shared recipes I am a big-time Shwarma fan and I loved your recipe for it, this would be the first thing that I wil try and make.
I want to include more vegetables in my diet.
Enjoy!
Hello, definitely interested in your recipes. Love what ive seen so far. My husband and i are trying to lose weight etc eating healthier is one of the ways we need to do.
enjoy!
Looking for Mediterranean chicken
Hi Sarah, you’ll find a number of Mediterranean chicken recipes if you search under meat and poultry in our recipe archives: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/recipes/?fwp_categories=meat-and-poultry But here are a couple of favorite chicken recipes
Mediterranean grilled chicken: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/mediterranean-grilled-chicken-dill-greek-yogurt-sauce/ and
Italian Baked Chicken: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/easy-italian-baked-chicken-recipe/
Great recipes! Easy and delicious. And relatively simple to make Kosher versions of them.
Jared Caros
Glad to hear it, Jared!
Can I just come live with you ,your recipes are great
Haha…Thanks!
Just found you,love the recipes. Just moved to Spain ,this should be easy 😀.Thank you .
Awesome! Glad to have you here!
All the recipes look fantastic ,thank you.I am starting the Mediterranean healthy eating.I live in Spain
So I should be able to find the products.l am looking forward to it.I am 73yrs old ,and will keep you informed
On my progress.
Thank you, Patricia! Enjoy!
I was told by a few friends to follow you and that you send out recipes. I was told I needed to lower my LDL cholesterols. I am an extremely picky eater. Help
Thank you
The top 2018 Mediterranean dishes look amazingly simple,wholesome,healthy and perfect for a complete meal for a party.Thank you very much for forwarding them.Shall definitely try the lovely dishes.
Aaaannnd, now I’m Hungry! :^) Such great recipes!
Do you have a recipe for garlic sauce please, also what should / could I use as an alternative to chick peas in tagine and stew recipes ?
Many thanks for all the great recipes.
Happy New Year to yourself and all other subscribers !
Hi Al! I don’t have a garlic sauce recipe yet for you at this point, but it’s on the calendar for 2019! You can omit the chickpeas from the tagine, or you can also use white beans if you prefer.
Looking forward to that ! Many thanks, my family enjoy eating the food I cook using your recipes.
Thanks for great new recipes! I found your blog earlier this year and there isn’t one recipe that we didn’t love. Have my faves tho! Happy new year.
Thanks so much, Julie! So glad you found me! And Happy New Year to you!
I love all your recipes. I don’t think I’ve disliked anything you have sent out. Seriously. However, even though they didn’t make the Top 18, I do think special mention should be given to your Middle Eastern Stuffed Eggplant and Grilled Harissa Chicken. Fabulous
Judith, thank you so much! And you’re so right…I love both the Middle Eastern Stuffed Eggplant and the grilled harissa chicken! And there are so many more favorites not mentioned here. Thanks for sharing yours!
Hi
Just found out you don’t sell to Australia
That’s a shame
Great website though
Hi Kerry. Thank you, glad you’re enjoying the recipes! Unfortunately, we are only able to sell our products within the United States at this point in time…but we hope to expand in the future.
I absolutely LOVE your recipes! I’ve never made one that my family and guests didn’t enjoy thoroughly. I always want to make again and again and I honestly cannot say which is my favourite because I love them all! I look forward to 2019! Happy cooking!
Linda
Awww..thank you so much, Linda! I am so humbled to hear this. Happy 2019!
Hi happy new year
Do you have any cook books for sale
Happy New Year, Kerry! I don’t have a cookbook in print out yet…hopefully in the future.
While I thought I didn’t need any more cookbooks, I will be first in line to buy yours if you publish one. Your recipes are incredible!
Penny, thank you! What a kind comment. I’m so honored.
Many Thanks
My pleasure!
I realize that I have made half of the best recipes ! I will definitely try the rest!
Must have someMediterranean blood in me. Thanks for your carefully vetted recipes. So glad that I found you and your blog.
Awesome! I am so glad to hear it. And glad to have you here!