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Fish and Seafood

20-Minute Honey Garlic Shrimp

I used a Syrian seafood spice blend to make the most delicious Mediterannean take on Honey Garlic Shrimp, and it’s ready in 20 minutes!

Snacks

Almond Date Energy Balls

Sweet and chewy, these Almond Date Energy Balls are inspired by Greek troufakia, truffle-like treats often served with coffee. Made with dates, almonds, coconut, and warming spices, they’re an easy, no-bake snack you’ll want to keep on hand at all times.

Vegetarian

Turkish Vegetable Casserole with Chickpeas

These oven-roasted vegetables are a variation on türlü, a beloved Turkish stew made with whatever vegetables are in season. Baking it deepens the flavors, while chickpeas add heartiness, turning a simple tray of vegetables into a comforting meal.

Soups and Stews

Greek Mushroom Stew (Manitaria Stifado)

Greek Mushroom Stew, known as Manitaria Stifado, is a comforting vegetarian recipe built on caramelized pearl onions, mushrooms, tomato, and warm spices. Rooted in Greek monastic cooking, it delivers deep, savory flavor without meat.

Meat and Poultry

Spanish Garlic Chicken (Pollo al Ajillo)

This garlic chicken recipe from Spain, called Pollo al Ajillo, proves that a short list of ingredients can deliver big flavor—especially when garlic and white wine are involved.

Breakfast

Breakfast Salad with Lentils, Eggs, and Crispy Prosciutto

This hearty breakfast salad proves that greens belong at the breakfast table. With tangy lentils, jammy eggs, crispy prosciutto, and golden potato croutons, it’s a savory brunch you’ll want to put into regular rotation.

Soups and Stews

Persian Lentil and Beet Soup (Ash-e Shooli)

Ash-e Shooli is a hearty, vibrant beet soup from Central Iran packed with potatoes, lentils, and herbs. Finished with a topping of minty caramelized onions, it’s a healthy vegetarian and gluten-free stew that’s perfect for cold days.

Fish and Seafood

Pomegranate Molasses Glazed Salmon

This one-dish glazed salmon is laquered with pomegranate molasses to create a tangy, lightly sweet glaze that caramelizes quickly in the oven. Baking the salmon over spinach lets the greens cook in the flavorful juices, creating a built-in side and sauce.

Meat and Poultry

30 Minute Chicken and Broccoli Skillet

When you want a fast, healthy dinner that doesn’t sacrifice flavor, this Mediterranean chicken and broccoli skillet delivers. Juicy chicken breasts, tender broccoli, garlic, lemon, and oregano come together in one pan for a satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.

Entree

Chicken Sweet Potato Bowls

When I need a reset, I build a bowl full of good things—whole grains, shawarma-spiced chicken, crispy chickpeas, roasted sweet potatoes, and a vibrant tahini dressing. They’re balanced, colorful, and endlessly adaptable.

Mediterranean Diet Recipes

The Soup I Make Every January for a Gentle Healthy Reset

Forget starvation diets. This January, try the Mediterranean “golden” soup with turmeric, ginger, and a whole head of cabbage to sooth inflammation without giving up flavor. This satisfying Mediterranean diet recipe is the perfect gut reset to start the year.

Soups and Stews

Garlic Chickpea Spinach Soup with Lemon and Pecorino

If you ever need proof that pantry ingredients can become something truly special, this garlicky spinach and chickpea soup is it. Warm spices give it a North African backbone, while lemon, olive oil, and pecorino Romano finish it with unmistakable Italian flair.

Soups and Stews

Greek Black-Eyed Pea Soup (Mavromatiká)

Inspired by traditional Greek mavromatiká, this black-eyed pea stew is a comforting, olive oil–rich dish where tender legumes simmer with fennel, tomato, and spinach for a nourishing Mediterranean meal.

Drinks

8 Mocktail Recipes to Kick Off Dry January

Dry January doesn’t have to mean dull drinks. These Mediterranean-inspired mocktail recipes balance sweetness, acidity, fizz, and spice to create non-alcoholic cocktails that feel just as special as the classics.

Snacks

Honey and Aleppo Pepper Spiced Nuts

These honey and Aleppo pepper spiced nuts are a low-effort, high-reward snack that balances sweetness, warmth, and crunch. They’re perfect for entertaining, gifting, or everyday nibbling.

Breakfast

Spiced Sweet Potato Pancakes

These Sweet Potato Pancakes are fluffy, lightly spiced, and naturally sweet thanks to mashed sweet potato and a drizzle of honey. Yogurt adds a subtle tang, while cinnamon, ginger, and allspice bring cozy, carrot-cake–inspired flavor. Perfect for weekend brunch topped with Greek yogurt, toasted nuts, and extra honey.

Fish and Seafood

Shrimp Oreganata

Shrimp Oreganata is a quick, baked shrimp appetizer topped with garlicky breadcrumbs with lemon, oregano, and fresh parsley. Inspired by the Italian-American classic, this lighter Mediterranean Diet-friendly version contains no butter or cheese, letting the shrimp shine.