Entree
Greek-Style Shepherd’s Pie
This Greek-style Shepherd’s Pie with beef crosses Greek Moussaka with classic Shepherd’s Pie. Make for a cozy night in!
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Salads
Chicken and Chickpea Salad with Creamy Greek Yogurt Dressing
Chicken and Chickpea Salad with canned chickpeas, sun dried tomatoes, and Greek yogurt dressing. Healthy, mayo-free, and great for meal prep!
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Simply Dinner Cookbook: Behind-the-Scenes
The Mediterranean Dish: Simply Dinner Cookbook with 125 Easy Mediterranean Diet Inspired Recipes to Eat Well and Live Joyfully from New York Times Bestselling author Suzy Karadsheh
Vegan
Vegan “Crab” Cakes
Crispy vegan crab cakes with canned artichokes, chickpeas, dill, roasted red peppers, and a touch of smoked paprika. Serve with a squeeze of lemon and vegan Tzatziki.
Appetizer and Mezze
Borani Kadoo (Roasted Zucchini and Tomatoes with Garlicky Yogurt)
Borani Kadoo is a Persian mezze with roasted zucchini simmered in a spiced cherry tomato and onion sauce and served on garlicky Greek yogurt.
Meat and Poultry
Sheet Pan Za’atar Chicken with Veggies
Za’atar chicken recipe with carrots, potatoes, and almonds. This one pan chicken with za’atar makes for an easy dinner any night of the week!
Appetizer and Mezze
Eggplant Bruschetta (Gluten Free and Vegan Appetizer)
With tomato, cilantro, and lime, this Eggplant Bruschetta recipe is the vegan, gluten free appetizer or vegan entree everyone will love!Â
Meat and Poultry
Chicken Kofta Kebabs with Harissa and Garlic-Mint Yogurt
Spicy chicken kofta kebab recipe with ground chicken, harissa, and garlicky mint yogurt sauce. A flavor-packed grilled chicken recipe!
Drinks
Red Sangria
Red sangria is the ultimate pitcher drink — a sharable wine cocktail from Spain made with red wine, brandy, and oranges.
Salads
Healthy Potato Salad with Tomatoes, Cucumber, Kale and Pesto
Easy and healthy potato salad recipe with lemony basil pesto dressing, kale, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.
Vegetarian
Better Than The Classic Tomato Sandwich
Classic tomato sandwich with a Mediterranean twist: Goodbye mayo, hello creamy, tangy labneh cheese! Next level easy tomato sandwich recipe.
Fish and Seafood
10 Grilled Seafood Recipes to Make Before Summer Is Over
Our best grilled fish recipes to make the most of the season! Includes grilled shrimp recipes, grilled salmon, cod and more.
Salads
Grilled Eggplant Salad with Za’atar Pita Crisps
Eggplant salad with basil, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, and freshly made za’atar pita chips. Mediterranean summer on a plate!
Breads
Kritsinia (Crispy Sesame Breadsticks)
Kristinia are sesame-coated breadsticks from Greece made with honey and tahini paste. They use no butter, eggs, or dairy and are incredibly easy to make — you don’t even need a rolling pin! Make these thin and crispy delights for easy snacking, or serve with your favorite dips for your next dinner party. My dad…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Gemista (Greek Stuffed Vegetables)
Gemista recipe (Yemista) with tomatoes and peppers with rice, mint, parsley, and feta. These Greek stuffed vegetables are a satisfying vegetarian main!
Dips and Condiments
Fig Jam with Vanilla and Citrus
Fresh figs, citrus, sugar, and vanilla transform into a delicious sweet preserve with this easy fig jam recipe. No special equipment required!
Vegan
Mercimek Köftesi (Turkish Lentil Mezze)
Mercimek Köftesi are Turkish lentil balls with bulgur, tomato paste, cumin, and Aleppo pepper. Healthy, vegan, and great for entertaining!
Desserts
Easy Yogurt Cake
Yogurt cake recipe with olive oil, Greek yogurt, and no butter. Serve this on its own or topped with fresh fruit and yogurt.
Dips and Condiments
Spicy Turkish Ezme
This Ezme recipe is your new favorite Turkish salad! Ezme is a spicy Turkish spread made with tomatoes, spicy green peppers (like jalapenos), and red pepper paste. Spoon it over Kebobs or scoop it up with fluffy pita.
Entree
Manti Turkish Dumplings with Garlicky Yogurt and Spiced Oil
Learn to make Mantı (Manti), delicious Turkish dumplings made with spiced meat and finished with garlicky yogurt and spiced olive oil.
Vegetarian
Savory Galette with Summer Veggies and Za’atar
The beautiful combination of colorful summer vegetables, rustic whole wheat and olive oil crust, tangy feta, and aromatic za’atar makes for a light, satisfying, and wholly unexpected savory galette to please a crowd.
Entree
Penne Arrabbiata
Penne all’Arrabbiata, or Penne Arrabbiata, is a simple Italian dish of pasta tossed in spicy tomato sauce. An easy pantry recipe you’ll love!
Appetizer and Mezze
Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with Goat Cheese, Honey, and Thyme
These prosciutto wrapped figs with goat cheese and honey are perfect when you need an easy appetizer in 10 minutes or less.
Sides and Small Plates
Summer Pasta Salad with Corn, Zucchini, and Basil Vinaigrette
Summer pasta salad with fresh veggies and a zippy Basil Vinaigrette. Great for making ahead of parties and picnics!