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Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Pan Bagnat is a classic Provençal sandwich packed with vibrant veggies, tuna, and hard-boiled eggs—all soaked with tangy anchovy vinaigrette. It’s the ultimate make-ahead meal for picnics, beach days, or a relaxed lunch.
Fish and Seafood
Easy crispy salmon bites with bold Mediterranean spices and a tangy harissa-yogurt sauce. A quick, healthy salmon dinner idea!
Desserts
Creamy and rich olive oil ice cream with lemon zest and sea salt. A unique Mediterranean dessert that’s easy to make and elegant to serve.
Meat and Poultry
These grilled pork chops are tender and full of flavor thanks to a simple spiced brine and a bright lemon-oregano drizzle of ladorigano sauce. The bring process is simple, and in only 12 minutes on the grill this recipe delivers big Mediterranean flavor.
Summer Recipes
Learn how to make the best marinades for chicken, fish, veggies, and more! Easy Mediterranean-inspired recipes packed with flavor and fresh ingredients.
Entree
Risotto is a simple and nourishing rice dish that’s creamy in texture and gentle in flavor. An Italian classic, it requires just a few ingredients and is ready in about 30 minutes.
Dips and Condiments
Maast O’Khiar is a cucumber dip with yogurt, mint, garlic, and lime. Deliciously cooling and velvety, it’s a necessity with any Persian meal.
Desserts
This refreshing strawberry sorbet recipe combines sweet, ripe berries with fragrant rose water. A dash of this unusual ingredient adds a heady, floral note and an irresistible flavor to this easy, dairy-free frozen dessert.
Breads
This no-knead baguette recipe delivers 2 loaves of French bread with a crisp crust and a chewy, airy crumb. A long, hands-off overnight rise results in a deep, well-developed flavor.
Sides and Small Plates
This easy Greek horta recipe makes tender braised greens with garlic, olive oil, and lemon—perfect as a healthy side for any Greek meal.
Fish and Seafood
This easy Salmon Piccata recipe features crispy salmon in a silky lemon-caper sauce. A quick, elegant dinner ready in under 30 minutes!
Breakfast
Creamy chia pudding with dates, pistachios, and warming spices. A healthy, make-ahead Mediterranean breakfast or snack ready in minutes!
Drinks
A blender transforms a half of a watermelon, whole lemons, lime juice, and a little sweetener into a refreshing watermelon lemonade, no cooking required!
Sides and Small Plates
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
Adding homemade salt-free seafood seasoning blend is an easy way to make a bold and flavorful fish dinner.
Meat and Poultry
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
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
These juicy turkey burgers are seasoned with garlic, herbs, and crumbled feta, then topped with creamy tzatziki sauce and crisp veggies.
Desserts
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
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
Give oven roasted carrots an upgrade with this easy roasted carrots recipe! Balance their sweetness with savory garlic and bright lemon zest.
Breakfast
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
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 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
