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Vegan Mushroom Shawarma Recipe with Tahini

Generously flavored with my authentic homemade shawarma spice blend, this vegan shawarma recipe with charred mushrooms and onions is a quick meal you’ll be making on repeat! Serve mushroom shawarma in pita pockets with a good drizzle of tahini and my fresh tomato and cucumber salad (or try one of the many ideas below)! “Meaty”…

Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Learn how to make tzatziki sauce in 10 minutes or less! This authentic tzatziki recipe, made with cucumber, yogurt, and garlic, comes straight from the Greek island of Paros, and a few tips make all the difference.

“Date Me” Creamy Tomato Pasta with Chickpeas

Better than a fancy restaurant meal, this quick Creamy Tomato Pasta with Chickpeas is flavorful, nutritious, and just rich enough! Plus, it takes only a few simple pantry staples. I say, it’s perfect for a date night in! Simple tomato pasta with chickpeas Something magical happens when you toss al dente pasta in a pool…

Quick Mediterranean Feta Dip Recipe

One of the easiest party dips you’ll try! This loaded feta dip with crunchy veggies, fresh herbs, and sun-dried tomatoes comes together in about 5 minutes! Serve it with pita chips or your favorite crackers. A block of creamy feta cheese in the brine is always in my fridge for when I need to elevate…

10-Minute Citrus Avocado Salsa (Chunky Avocado Dip)

Bright and flavor-packed you’ll love this satisfying chunky avocado dip, prepared Mediterranean-style with citrus, feta, walnuts, and fresh herbs. Not quite guacamole, but this creamy avocado salsa will still win your heart! An avocado salsa with a Mediterranean twist! As I write, I’m experiencing a little guilt…like I’m cheating on my hummus or Baba Ganoush, two of…

15-Minute Garlic Parmesan White Beans Recipe

Now, these are the SEXIEST white beans you’ll ever try! It takes only 2 cans of cannellini beans, and 15 minutes or less to make this delicious white beans recipe with garlic, Parmesan, and cherry tomatoes. Serve it as an easy meatless dinner with your favorite crusty bread or as a side. The sexiest creamy…

Best Stovetop Popcorn

When it comes to homemade popcorn and getting fluffy kernels, stovetop popcorn is the only way to go. I like to season it with Za’atar, Aleppo Pepper, and Lime zest for a Mediterranean twist.

Easy Mediterranean Chickpea Soup Recipe

Filled with chunks of sweet potatoes and hearty veggies, and laced with bold flavors like turmeric and fresh ginger, this chickpea soup recipe is comforting and nutritious in the best way. And it’s even better the next day!  Vegan and Gluten Free. Chickpea Vegetable Soup you’ll be making on repeat! One of the things I…

Uncle Samy’s Skillet Onion Chicken

A light, quick, and delicious version of French onion chicken, this 5-ingredient skillet chicken recipe with loads of caramelized onions will surprise your taste buds in the best way possible! A lighter and easier “French onion chicken” Remember my uncle Samy, I told you about his iconic Egyptian fried boiled eggs earlier (so worth a…

Whole Red Snapper Recipe

Ready in about 30 minutes, this easy whole red snapper recipe is seasoned with bold Mediterranean flavors, fresh herbs, and roasted veggies! It’s a weeknight-friendly sheet pan dinner that looks restaurant-worthy!

Easy Mug Omelet with Veggies

Need an omelet for one? This easy mug omelet recipe with veggies is your ticket! Fluffy and delicious eggs that are cooked in just over 1 minute. Microwave eggs? I recently tried cooking eggs in the microwave, inspired by Elise Bower over at Simply Recipes. To my surprise, they turned out great–extra fluffy too! To…

Mediterranean Spicy Lentil Soup with Spinach

If you ever thought lentils were bland or boring, the flavors in this easy lentil soup recipe will surprise you in a big way! This spicy lentil soup is loaded with aromatics and bold Mediterranean spices and amped up with spinach for a nutritious and satisfying vegan dinner. It is no secret that I am…

“Sexy” Crispy Roasted Cabbage Recipe (with Dukkah and Tahini)

A few easy tips make all the difference for tender, perfectly charred roasted cabbage wedges! I love to finish this easy cabbage recipe with a sprinkle of nutty dukkah and creamy tahini sauce for a side dish that delivers on the wow factor! A sexier cabbage! This recipe takes a humble head of green cabbage…

Mediterranean-Style Turmeric Lemon Chicken Soup

This is the chicken soup you’ll be having on repeat! Loaded with fresh lemon juice, and amped up with veggies, herbs, and warm spices, this Mediterranean-style turmeric lemon chicken soup is delicious, nutritious and comforting in the best way possible! The chicken soup you’ll be having on repeat! Homemade chicken soup is just what the…

Fennel and Orange Salad

This refreshing fennel and orange salad with a garlicky citrus dressing is ready in just 10 minutes.

Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan for Beginners

The Mediterranean Diet is considered one of the healthiest and easiest diets to follow. Use this guide from a true daughter of the Mediterranean and 2 times NYT best selling author Suzy Karadsheh as a blueprint for eating and living the Mediterranean Way.

Loaded Spinach Tortellini Salad

Easy Spinach Tortellini Salad, loaded with with fresh herbs, tomatoes, mozzarella, and olives, and tossed in a simple homemade Italian dressing. Perfect for a little party, or serve it as a side next to chicken or fish. Leftovers will make a great lunch the next day! An easy Mediterranean tortellini pasta salad This spinach tortellini…

Black Eyed Peas Recipe (Greek Style)

Hands-down the BEST black eyed peas recipe! Rich and hearty vegetarian black-eyed peas recipe with loads of veggies and bold Greek flavors!

Italian Sausage and Lentils

With sweet fennel and fragrant Italian sausage, this skillet meal is a quick and simple dinner that packs loads of nutrition and flavor! This simple sausage and lentils recipe comes from one of our readers Darryl Patrick Lombard, who makes it often on busy weeknights. I’m so glad he shared it with me! If you…

Vasilopita (Greek New Year’s Bread)

Vasilopita is a Greek New Year’s bread (or cake) with a lucky coin hidden within. This vasilopita recipe is made of layers of cinnamon-scented dough with a delicious sweet and savory combination of flavors and toasted sesame seeds. Big thanks to Karen Stoeckle for sharing her family recipe! A few weeks ago, I asked my…

Greek-Style Roasted Branzino Recipe

This perfectly roasted whole branzino recipe is an impressive fish dinner that you can make in just 20 minutes! It’s even better finished Greek-style with my lemony, garlicky ladolemono sauce. Check out the tips and video below. I make a fair bit of fish dinners using boneless fish fillets from baked cod, to pan seared…

Lemony Shrimp Risotto (Instant Pot or Stovetop)

An Instant Pot turns fancy Shrimp Risotto into an easy 15-minute meal! Plump, lemony shrimp adds flavor to this quick hands-off instant pot risotto, while perfectly wilted spinach adds color and nutrition. This delicious recipe is from Jenna Helwig’s new book Bare Minimum Dinners. This simple lemony shrimp risotto is the meal dreams are made…