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Cucumber Tomato Tahini Salad

A simple and authentic Middle Eastern Tahini Salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, and fresh herbs swimming in a homemade tahini sauce! Serve it with some pita wedges, or use it to dress up your falafels, chicken skewers, fish dishes, and more! Like hummus, foul mudammas and baba ganoush, this cucumber and tomato tahini salad is another…

Pan Con Tomate (Spanish Tomato Bread)

Pan con Tomate (Spanish Tomato Bread) is a popular Catalan tapa made with simple ingredients including fresh tomatoes, hearty bread, garlic, and olive oil! A few tips make all the difference… I love a good garlic bread to start a meal, but today’s recipe is next level bread deliciousness! Tomato bread the Spanish way! Also…

Shish Tawook (Middle Eastern Grilled Chicken)

With a bold yogurt chicken marinade infused with lemon, garlic and warming spices, this authentic Shish Tawook recipe is next level delicious! Shish Tawook, sometimes spelled shish taouk, is a irresistible dish of grilled chicken skewers, bathed in a garlicky yogurt marinade with citrus and warming spices like cinnamon, allspice, and ginger. It’s fragrant, juicy,…

Easy Fried Halloumi Recipe with Warmed Honey

Simple pan fried halloumi in olive oil makes a great appetizer in 5 minutes or less! Expert tips for how to cook halloumi perfectly, and how to serve it for a fun and elevated appetizer! What is halloumi? Halloumi is a white, semi-hard, salty cheese, traditionally made from goat or sheep’s milk or a combination…

Orecchiette with White Beans, Tomatoes, and Olives

This quick Mediterranean orecchiette pasta with simple pantry staples is the perfect dinner for busy nights! White beans add fiber and plant-based protein, making it extra satisfying, while tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and Pearls Kalamata Pitted Greek Olives, fill it with big flavor!  This post is sponsored by Pearls Olives. All opinions are my own. On busy weeknights,…

Mediterranean Grilled Eggplant with Whipped Feta

Tender and perfectly charred, this Mediterranean Grilled Eggplant finished with a drizzle of olive oil infused with garlic and jalapeno. This eggplant recipe is great served as side, vegetarian main, or a warm and smoky appetizer with whipped feta and pita bread. An easy grilled eggplant recipe Mediterranean Grilled Eggplant is the perfect example of…

Grilled Salmon Recipe with Mango Salsa

No-fail grilled salmon recipe with the perfect marinade! Juicy, flavor-packed salmon every time. One of the perks of living in Atlanta is that you can use the grill pretty much any time of the year. We’ve been doing more and more fish on the grill lately, and we found that one of the best grilled…

Çılbır: Turkish Poached Eggs

A simple savory breakfast, Cilbir (Turkish Eggs) is perfectly poached eggs, served over a delicious garlicky yogurt, and finished with a warm spicy butter or olive oil sauce with red pepper flakes. Enjoy with fresh bread, like Simit or Barbari! What is Çılbır? Turkish Çılbır, pronouned chil-bir, is basically poached eggs served over a bed…

Vegan Eggplant “Meatballs”

With a base of roasted eggplant, lentils, and toasted bread crumbs these Vegan Meatballs have a rich and robust flavor that even meat lovers can get behind! Serve them over pasta with homemade spaghetti sauce or as an appetizer with some tzatziki for dipping. I like meatballs in all forms–baked meatballs, chicken meatballs, and even…

Za’atar Eggs Fried in Olive Oil

I love fried eggs in olive oil, and with the added sprinkle of za’atar, they are next level delicious! I love serving my za’atar eggs with a few chopped cherry tomatoes and warmed pita bread. Some days call for fried eggs in amazing extra virgin olive oil. And other days, I love to kick things…

Creamy Whipped Feta Dip

Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required, this Creamy Whipped Feta is the perfect dip made with rich feta cheese and thick Greek yogurt. Serve it with pita chips or fresh vegetables for a quick and easy appetizer or mezze, spread it on your sandwiches, or use it as a bed to roasted…

Mediterranean Vegetable Frittata Recipe

This simple Vegetable Frittata is perfectly balanced with the flavors of earthy roasted vegetables, rich extra virgin olive oil, and sharp feta cheese. It’s a comforting vegetarian meal that’s easy to make any night of the week! What is a frittata? You could also say that frittata is similar to quiche but with no crust.…

Mediterranean-Style Grilled Chicken Wings

Hands down the BEST grilled chicken wings recipe you’ll try! The secret Mediterranean-style marinade + grilling tips guarantee maximum flavor in each bite! Serve them with cool tzatziki sauce or your favorite dip (lots of ideas below)! I relish grilling time during the warm summer months. We’ve been throwing everything on the grill from vegetable…

Mozzarella and Feta Pita Grilled Cheese

Not your average grilled cheese sandwich, these are so much more! Pita Grilled Cheese stuffed with Mediterranean favorites including melty mozzarella, feta, spinach, sun dried tomatoes, and a little basil pesto. Add your favorite salad or tomato basil soup for a complete meal! Grilled cheese with a Mediterranean twist! The grilled cheese sandwich is an…

Grilled Vegetable Kabobs (Two Ways)

Don’t miss my tips for these quick, perfectly Grilled Vegetable Kabobs with summer squash, mushrooms, onions, and brussels sprouts! You’ll love the bold Mediterranean flavors, thanks to a very simple marinade. Gas grill and oven instructions included. Vegetable skewers for an easy side dish! Vegetables are a huge part of my lifestyle year-round, but as…

5-Minute Romesco Sauce

Made with roasted red peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes, nuts and a handful of seasonings, this Easy Romesco Sauce adds a burst of flavor to any dish. The perfect addition to chicken, fish or grilled veggies, and great for dipping too! What is romesco sauce? Romesco sauce (salsa romesco) is a Spanish roasted red pepper sauce, that…

No-Fail Basmati Rice (Stovetop & Rice Cooker)

Follow my tips for how to cook basmati rice perfectly every time! Tender, fluffy, and fragrant, this no-fail basmati rice recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. And it easy to make on the stovetop, but if you like, I included the rice cooker method as well. What is basmati rice? First, what is the…

Easy Frozen Yogurt Recipe

This frozen yogurt recipe takes only 5 minutes of work, and you do not need an ice cream maker! Be sure to check out my tips for how to make frozen yogurt that is creamy and delicious. As much as I love going out for a tasty fro-yo, it is so easy to make your…

Mediterranean-Style Sauteed Shrimp and Zucchini

This simple Mediterranean-style sautéed shrimp and vegetables recipe comes together in just over 20 minutes!  Zucchini, onions, and bell pepper, paired with succulent shrimp, and protein-packed chickpeas come together in just one skillet. And you’ll love the bold Mediterranean flavors from spices, tangy lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Want to cook shrimp perfectly every time?…

Prosciutto e Melone (Prosciutto and Melon)

With only three ingredients and no cooking, this prosciutto and melon appetizer is one of the easiest, amazingly delicious summer dish! You can make it in about 5 to 10 minutes, and you’ll love the flavor combination of sweet, ripe cantaloupe and salty prosciutto ham. And the presentation is company-worthy! As someone who develops recipes…

Baked Rigatoni with Beef and Veggies

Hands down the best baked rigatoni recipe I’ve tried!  Layers of tender pasta, a perfectly seasoned thick meat sauce, and a little melty mozzarella. I sneak in a couple of veggies, which are totally optional but take this dish to a new level of delicious! Baked rigatoni with a little twist! A perfect rigatoni pasta…

Garlic Fried Tomatoes Recipe

Fried tomatoes, gently cooked in extra virgin olive oil and flavored with garlic, chili pepper bits, and a sprinkle of fresh mint. This vegan and gluten free tomato recipe is great as mezze or side with your favorite bread to sop up the delicious juices! Today’s recipe is from The Arabesque Table: Contemporary Recipes from…

Quick & Healthy Greek Salmon Salad

Quick, perfectly cooked salmon, crunchy veggies, and a bright vinaigrette make up this Greek salmon salad recipe. A tasty, wholesome dinner in less than 20 minutes, and it’s packed with nutrition, protein and good-for-you Omega 3s! (Video & Tips below)  One of the easiest ways to get a healthy, wholesome weeknight meal without much effort…