Zhoug is a lesser known Mediterranean sauce, but a must-try! Think spicy, fragrant, cilantro pesto...kinda. Mediterranean cooking is rich with all sorts of dips and sauces. Obviously hummus tops the list of dips (my current favorite being this roasted red pepper hummus) A drizzle of nutty … [Read more...]
Homemade Labneh Recipe (How to Make Labneh)
Homemade labneh: AKA tangy, thick, creamy yogurt cheese. Serve it Middle Eastern-style as a dip with lots of olive oil and a sprinkle of good Za'atar. Or simply use it in place of cream cheese. If Greek Yiayias (grandmothers) perfected the making of yogurt, Middle Eastern Tatas can … [Read more...]
Mediterranean Farmer’s Market Hummus Dip
A healthy, satisfying, BIG hummus dip, embellished Mediterranean-style! Loaded with fresh herbs and greens, farmer's market veggies, and Mediterranean favorites like feta cheese, olives and sun-dried tomatoes. This post is in partnership with Sabra in celebration of National Hummus Day (May … [Read more...]
Whipped Feta Dip with California Figs and Marsala Sauce
This whipped feta dip recipe makes the perfect party appetizer in like 10 minutes! Topped with a decadent dried fig Marsala sauce, chopped pistachios, and fresh mint! Here is a fun tidbit I recently came across: dried figs were the choice high-energy food for ancient Greek Olympians! … [Read more...]