Ditch those boring, mayo-heavy tuna salads and give this bright, healthy tuna salad a try! Prepared Mediterranean-style with crunchy veggies, including celery; cucumbers; and onions, along with fresh herbs, and a zesty Dijon dressing. Watch my video below to see how I make it! Turn this Mediterranean tuna salad into dinner by serving it in…
Mediterranean Mezze Recipes
Mezze recipes are prominent in the Mediterranean diet and Mediterranean entertaining. Mezze are small plates for sharing, meant to stimulate the appetite. You can think of them as tapas or appetizers, but mezze dishes can often make an entire casual and delicious meal to enjoy with family and friends. Learn how to make the perfect mezze platter. Here, you'll find easy authentic mezze dishes from the BEST homemade hummus, to falafel, Tahini Sauce, Greek Tztaziki, Tabouli, Keftedes, and 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 the difference. Be sure to grab my tips and…
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 to your appetizer table next to hummus, tabouli…
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…
BEST Mediterranean Couscous Salad (with Video)
You’ll love this Mediterranean couscous salad recipe, loaded with nutrition and flavor from chickpeas, veggies, fresh herbs and a zippy lemon vinaigrette. This versatile dish makes a great lunch, light supper, or side depending on what you need. And you can make it ahead, the flavors deepen the next day. Be sure to watch my…
Mediterranean-Style Roasted Eggplant Recipe
If you’re looking to make crispy, tender, and super delicious roasted eggplant, this simple recipe is your ticket! Grab my few tips below, plus learn how I dress up my roasted eggplant spices with Mediterranean flavors (a couple spices, some tahini, and maybe a handful pomegranate seeds for somethin’ fancy). This is a versatile dish…