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This list of all-star Easter Recipes has something for everyone! From fall-apart tender Easter roasts to spring sides, bright salads and scrumptious Easter desserts that are anything but the ordinary pie. And a few Easter brunch recipes for those who love their eggs! Easter recipes with a Mediterranean twist! For my family, Easter dinner will…
Entree
Pastitsio is a comforting Greek lasagna with layers of pasta, a tantalizing cinnamon-spiked meat sauce, and creamy bechamel. I'm sharing my mom's recipe, and it is a must-try! It is easier to make than you think, and you can prepare it in advance. If I were to ask you about a dish that might have…
Greek
This grilled chicken salad combines marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and bold Greek flavors all in one tasty and easy dinner. There is a reason this Greek chicken salad with the tastiest lemon and olive oil dressing is one of my go-to supper salads! I posted my ladolemono Greek dressing earlier in the week and could…
Greek
This lemon olive oil dressing called ladolemono is so much more than a Greek salad dressing! This simple, bright, and tangy dressing will be your go-to for dressing salads, but you can also use it as a marinade, or as a sauce to finish anything from fish, to chicken and even grilled vegetables. When I…
Fish and Seafood
Don't miss these pro tips for light, golden brown crust and tender calamari that is not grease-heavy or rubbery. This fried calamari recipe will be your go-to! Be sure to read through and watch the video below. If you've done some traveling around the Mediterranean and Southern Europe, you likely encountered some form of fried…
Appetizer and Mezze
You’ll love this quick and delicious Greek yogurt dip with spinach, chopped walnuts, lemon juice and fresh herbs. Yes, it’s a nutritious spinach dip with a tasty Mediterranean twist! This post is sponsored by California Walnuts in celebration of American Heart Month. All opinions are my own. Anyone else love a good spinach dip?! If…
Meat and Poultry
Best baked chicken thighs recipe is about to happen right here today! Tender, juicy chicken, coated in a bold, flavor-packed chicken rub, and quickly baked in a high-heated oven. Be sure to check out my tips and video below. I've said this before, but you can not go wrong with chicken thighs. They are convenient,…
Middle Eastern
Perfectly fluffy cauliflower fritters, packed with fresh herbs, cumin and other warm spices. Serve them as an appetizer or snack with a squeeze of lemon juice or mint yogurt! Or pile them into a little pita for lunch. Lots of ideas below. I've not met vegetable fritters I did not like, but today's cauliflower fritters…
Soups and Stews
Ready for the BEST white bean and kale soup you'll ever try? With the added chicken, this is one comforting and satisfying pot to feed a hungry crowd! And you'll love the flavors from warm spices, a hint of Parmesan, and a splash of bright lemon juice! Stovetop and crockpot instructions included. Because we eat…
Middle Eastern
You can have your favorite beef shawarma sandwich right at home, this easy recipe is all you need! I'm sharing my family's secrets complete with the shawarma seasoning, which makes all the difference. Be sure to check out the tips and video below. Like hummus, falafel, and kofta Kebab, shawarma is another popular Middle Eastern…
Fish and Seafood
Ready to make the best steamed clams?! This recipe & tutorial will guide you through everything you need to know. Which clams to use? How to clean them? And most of all, how to prepare them Mediterranean-style in my delicious white wine broth with onions, garlic, bell peppers and fresh herbs! Watch the video below…
Italian
A few simple tips make this the best Italian pasta salad recipe ever! Extra satisfying and loaded with crunch, color and flavor. And you'll love the easy and light homemade Italian dressing that brings it all together. This pasta salad is great to serve a crowd, and leftovers will hold up for a few days!…
Desserts
Soft, nutty and just enough sweet! That's the story of these addictive tahini chocolate chip cookies. What's more? No butter! Rich, vegan tahini paste eliminates the use of butter, while adding a subtle nutty flavor that takes your usual chocolate chip cookies to a whole new level of delicious. These are a must try! This…
Italian
We can never have too many delicious and quick chicken recipes, can we?! You'll love this healthy, juicy Italian baked chicken. Boneless skinless baked chicken breast recipe, prepared with a simple spice mixture, garlic and olive oil, and finished with fresh parsley and basil! Can you bake chicken breast without drying it out? Yes! Be sure…
Italian
Crisp, tender baked zucchini with a golden crust of freshly grated Parmesan, thyme and oregano. These Italian-flavored zucchini sticks are a crowed-pleaser. Best served hot out of the oven with a little red sauce or served with red sauce or Tztaziki sauce for dipping. Vegetarian and gluten free. One trick makes all the difference, be sure…
Salads
Simple and bright cauliflower salad, prepared Mediterranean-style with chopped veggies, garlic, and a zippy dressing of fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. Watch the video and grab my tips below. This large salad can be dressed a bit in advance, which makes it perfect for entertaining. And leftovers make a great lunch the…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
This Mediterranean three bean soup recipe is one power-packed vegetarian and gluten free dinner to feed a hungry crowd! And if you ever thought beans are boring, this delicious, cozy soup, finished with a bold tomato pesto will blow your mind! Admittedly, I have had a long and stable love relationship with soup. Whether we're talking…
Fish and Seafood
Loaded with bright Mediterranean flavors, this baked white fish is seasoned with oregano and garlic and a mixture of tomatoes, olives, and red onions. Ready in about 25 minutes! Be sure to check out my fish tips and the video for how to make this recipe below! Baked white fish is one of the easiest…
Fish and Seafood
Quick and easy fish soup with warm Eastern Mediterranean spices, loads of fresh herbs, and a big splash of lemon juice. The perfect one-pot meal for any night of the week. Be sure to read through for important tips! I have a thing for seafood in a warm, aromatic broth. Tasty, lean, and satisfying, it's…
Italian
Simple, no fuss sheet pan chicken and vegetables, prepared Italian-style with garlic and herbs. Ready in 30 minutes or less! Toss it with your favorite pasta or grain for a quick dinner. You can also prepare it ahead and divide it up into smaller lunch portions. We all have those busy nights that call for…
Salads
Simple and hearty black eyed pea salad with chopped vegetables, fresh herbs, pomegranate arils, and a bright Mediterranean dressing. Keep it vegan or add a sprinkle of creamy feta to finish! The perfect lunch or side next to your favorite protein. I don't know if eating black eyed peas at the start of a new…
Breakfast
Perfectly crunchy, chewy homemade granola with olive oil, tahini, walnuts and dried fruit. This easy granola recipe with a Mediterranean twist is loaded with flavor and nutrition. Be sure to read through my tips for how to make it! If you're anything like me, you have probably tried a variety of store-bought granola before you…
Moroccan and Tunisian
Harira is a classic Moroccan lentil and chickpea soup with fresh herbs and loads of warm spices. This satisfying vegetarian soup is even better the next day, so it is the perfect make-ahead pot to feed a little crowd. I typically serve it with lemon slices and warm pita bread. What is harira? Harira soup…
Mediterranean Diet
Curious about following the world's best diet, while eating delicious food and never feeling hungry? There are many reasons the US News and World Report recently selected the Mediterranean diet as #1 among the 40+ diets they examined. In today's post, we dig into this important question: What is the Mediterranean diet and how to…
