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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…
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
This easy one-pot chicken and kale soup with creamy white beans both filling and nourishing.
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…
Desserts
Tahini chocolate chip cookies are the perfect balance of sweet, salty, nutty, and decadent. No butter needed!
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
Flavor-packed black eyed pea salad, prepared Mediterranean-style with chopped vegetables, fresh herbs, and a bright Mediterranean dressing.
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
Ready to follow the world’s #1 diet? Learn what is the Mediterranean diet and 7 easy ways to start following it.
Meat and Poultry
This easy recipe will show you how to spatchcock chicken so it’s perfectly juicy with golden, crispy skin!
Greek
Melomakarona are Greek honey cookies with orange, cinnamon, and crushed walnuts. Traditionally served at Christmas, I love them all year!
Recipe Roundups
If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas brunch menu, I have updated my Christmas Brunch Recipes list with lots of ideas for bright appetizers, egg dishes, easy desserts and more! Plus, I’m sharing three different Christmas brunch menus: Greek, Italian, and Middle Eastern to help you put together a winning spread! Prepare-ahead tips included. Christmas…
Meat and Poultry
Tender, oven roasted rack of lamb is elegant and easy to prepare. You’ll love this lamb rack covered in a simple Mediterranean garlic and herb marinade and cooked for a quick 15 to 20 minutes in a high-heated oven. Be sure to read through for tips and watch the video below for how to cook…
Appetizer and Mezze
You’ll love this loaded smoked salmon platter with fresh veggies, creamy cheese (in this case Labneh) and Mediterranean favorites like capers, olives, and marinated artichokes! Serve it for brunch with bagels or as an appetizer platter with your favorite crackers or pita wedges. Grazing boards are my favorite way to entertain. Scratch that. They’re my…
Desserts
Delicious, perfectly dense, crunchy Italian biscotti! Grab the foolproof biscotti recipe and tips for best results every time!
Salads
This healthy, satisfying Mediterranean lentil salad recipe with spinach, crunchy vegetables, and a zippy lime dressing is the ultimate power bowl! It’s loaded with nutrition, easy to make, and it’s even better the next day! Lentils are an essential ingredient in my Mediterranean pantry. They are hearty, satisfying, and loaded with good-for-you nutrition–from plant-based protein,…
Greek
Warm, creamy, and luscious baked feta recipe with bell peppers, tomatoes, herbs, and a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. One of the simplest and most satisfying mezze you’ll make! All you need is some crusty bread or homemade pita chips to serve. When it comes to baked cheese, most people imagine something gooey…
