Drinks
Watermelon Lemonade
A blender transforms a half of a watermelon, whole lemons, lime juice, and a little sweetener into a refreshing watermelon lemonade, no cooking required!
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Sides and Small Plates
Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Garlic
Grilled asparagus, kissed with lemon and garlic, is a quick and easy spring side dish with lots of flavor. Serve it alongside grilled meats, toss it into salads, or add it to a mezze platter for a fresh, vibrant touch.
Pantry
Seafood Seasoning Blend
Adding homemade salt-free seafood seasoning blend is an easy way to make a bold and flavorful fish dinner.
Meat and Poultry
Chicken Spiedini with Garlic-Parmesan Sauce
Juicy, flavorful chicken spiedini, Italian-American chicken skewers, are marinated, grilled, and finished with a vibrant Garlic-Parmesan Sauce. Unlike recipes finished with garlic butter, this healthier take leans on heart-healthy olive oil and just a little Parmesan cheese for flavor.
Dips and Condiments
Marinated Olives and Walnuts (Zeytoon Parvardeh)
Zeytoon Parvardeh—or Persian-style marinated olives with walnuts, herbs, and pomegranate molasses—is a bold, tangy, and easy-to-make condiment that’s utterly irresistible.
Meat and Poultry
Mediterranean Turkey Burgers
These juicy turkey burgers are seasoned with garlic, herbs, and crumbled feta, then topped with creamy tzatziki sauce and crisp veggies.
Desserts
Halva: A Tahini Treat You’ll Make On Repeat
Halva, aka halvah, is a tahini-based confection with a rich, nutty sesame flavor and unique, fudgy texture that melts delightfully in the mouth.
Education
5 Health Benefits of Walnuts, According to a Dietitian
Are walnuts healthy? We asked a Dietitian! Learn about the health benefits of walnuts, how many walnuts to eat, and more in our essential guide to enjoying walnuts on the Mediterranean Diet.
Sides and Small Plates
Roasted Carrots with Sumac and Lemon Zest
Give oven roasted carrots an upgrade with this easy roasted carrots recipe! Balance their sweetness with savory garlic and bright lemon zest.
Breakfast
Crêpes with Strawberries and Chocolate
Light, tender crêpes with juicy strawberries and a drizzle of chocolate are an easy, elegant recipe perfect for brunch or dessert.
Sides and Small Plates
Lemony Spinach Couscous
Creamy Couscous with Spinach and Lemon is a quick dish made with toasted pearl couscous simmered in broth with chile flakes and garlic, finished with lemon, fresh parsley, and Pecorino Romano cheese. It’s cozy yet bright, and comes together in about 20 minutes for an easy side or light vegetarian main.
Desserts
Sicilian Lemon Pudding
Sicilian Lemon pudding is a delicate, citrusy dessert that’s free of both dairy and gluten. It’s easy to make and can be done ahead of time. Set in individual cups and topped with fresh berries, it’s a perfect dessert for a springtime dinner party.Â
Salads
Roasted Asparagus Salad with Fried Halloumi and Fresh Tomatoes
Roast asparagus salad with tomatoes, basil, fried halloumi, and a sweet-tart sherry vinaigrette. Make this easy spring salad all season!
Salads
Arugula Salad with Tomato, Cucumber, and Avocado
This no-fuss arugula salad recipe gets an upgrade with fresh avocado, tomato, cucumber, and a zesty lemon and garlic vinaigrette. One thing that’s a non-negotiable on my table is a salad. And this arugula salad makes many appearances, especially during the summertime when the tomatoes are singing. The trick for a delicious yet simple arugula…
Meat and Poultry
Chicken Parmesan
Tender breaded chicken cutlets bathed in herby tomato sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella—every bite of this easy chicken parmesan recipe is pure comfort!
Education
5 Benefits of Drinking Herbal Tea, According to a Dietitian
Herbal tea may be cozy and tasty, but are more benefits? Learn about the benefits of herbal tea from Registered Dietitian Pam Fullenweider.
Breakfast
Sheet Pan Eggs and Veggies
Easy sheet pan eggs recipe with bell pepper, onion, and za’atar. The perfect way to feed a crowd for Mother’s day and beyond!
Salads
Carrot Salad with Pistachios, Dates, and Tahini Dressing
Herby Carrot Salad with Pistachios and Dates is a beautiful mix of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. Tossed in a creamy tahini dressing with warm spices and fresh herbs, it’s the kind of salad that steals the show.
Fish and Seafood
Sardine Pasta with Fennel and Saffron (Pasta con le Sarde)
Briny sardines, sweet golden raisins, and fragrant fennel come together in pasta con le sarde, a saffron-laced Sicilian pasta.
Meat and Poultry
Easy Lemon Chicken Piccata
Golden and juicy, this easy chicken piccata recipe takes 20 minutes or less! The piccata sauce bursts with zippy lemony flavor.
Just For Fun
Suzy’s Favorite Things: 15 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
A curated collection of heartfelt, Mediterranean-inspired Mother’s Day gift ideas!
Breakfast
How to Make Greek Yogurt
Here’s a simple recipe to make your own Greek yogurt with only 2 ingredients and no special equipment! It’s easy to make, more flavorful than any commercial yogurt, and more economical as well!
Salads
Caprese Salad
Easy Caprese Salad recipe with basil, tomato and mozzarella. Make this simple yet elegant authentic Caprese all summer!
Dips and Condiments
Date Caramel (Vegan Caramel Sauce)
Made with just five simple ingredients, this vegan date caramel sauce transforms whatever it touches into something special. Use it as a naturally sweet topping for oatmeal, yogurt, or ice cream.