Juicy shrimp , crunchy vegetables, and a drizzle of creamy sauce are all you need to make the best lettuce wraps. These shrimp lettuce wraps are a quick and light meal that’s kicked up with delicious Mediterranean flavors–you’ll be making these on repeat! There is no shortage of shrimp recipes around here, but these wraps are a quick and simple way to turn a few frozen shrimp into a delicious little meal!...

Nine ideas for colorful, make-ahead ready Mediterranean diet lunch recipes that will keep you fueled all afternoon. Salmon Bowls with Crispy Rice and Fresh Veggies– Photo Credits: Ali Redmond For me, lunch is a make-or-break meal. Too light, and I’m rummaging for snacks an hour later; too heavy, and the afternoon slump hits me hard. This year, I’m calling lunch the most important meal of the day to help sustain balanced energy and focus all day long....

Bring a bright, beautiful burst of color to your table with this easy beet hummus recipe! Roasting a red beet from scratch gives hummus–perhaps one of the Mediterranean’s most-loved dish–another layer of sweet, savory, and earthy flavor. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Growing up in Egypt, I was raised on hummus. I eat it for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything in between. Add a fresh salad and warm Pita and I could not be happier!...

Cabbage Steaks are roasted to perfection in the oven and then topped with toasted walnuts and an easy-to-make herb sauce called Chermoula. Serve as a vegetarian main or a filling and robust side dish. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Cabbage is one of my favorite vegetables and for good reason. It’s affordable, lasts for weeks in the fridge, is loaded with health benefits , and can be enjoyed fresh in salads or used to make things like cabbage soup , sauteed cabbage , or this Cabbage Steak recipe....

Fideua is Spanish Paella’s lesser-known cousin, but this fragrant seafood recipe made with vermicelli noodles is just as delicious! Impressive yet simple to make, this traditional dish comes together in under an hour. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm Though Seafood Paella and Chicken Paella may get all the attention, I am partial to Fideuà, a seafood pasta with delicate thin noodles, saffron, and lots of fresh shellfish like squid, mussels, and shrimp or prawns....

This extra easy Greek salmon is a no-recipe situation at heart! Simple enough to memorize, you’ll quickly make on repeat for quick and healthy weeknight dinners that are full of flavor and comfort. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Give your weeknight dinner routine a Greek twist with this extra easy Greek salmon recipe! This decidedly Mediterranean fish recipe proves that keeping things simple does not mean you have to sacrifice flavor....

With the holidays upon us, I decided to challenge myself to baking something different. I was looking through the latest issue of Cook’s Illustrated and I came across a beautiful French apple tart. The apple slices arranged in the shape of a beautiful blooming flour. At first glance, I thought to myself, this looks complicated. A few hours later, I was looking in my fridge when my large bag of pears stared back at me demanding action....

Looking for a cool summer dessert that doesn’t require a fancy ice cream maker or trip to a gelateria? Enter this granita recipe, your new easy, breezy summertime refresher! Photo Credits: Elana Lepkowski There are some hot summer days where I don’t want to turn on an oven or stand over the stove. Those days are when I turn to granita, which only requires a pan and a fork. By afternoon, I have a sweet and refreshing dessert ready to go!...

Time to give your fish dinner a Greek twist! This simple baked Greek fish recipe with tomatoes, onions, seasoned with oregano and cumin, is the perfect weeknight meal. To make use of the delicious tomato sauce, serve this baked fish with rustic bread or over a bed of rice or your favorite grain. Photo Credits: Mariam Hamdy Plaki , pronounced Plah-KEE, is a food genre that describes Greek dishes baked or roasted with a good bit of quality olive oil , tomatoes, and vegetables....

Hibiscus tea, or karkade as it’s known in Egypt, is a tart-meets-sweet herbal tea made from dried hibiscus flower petals. Skip the soda and cool off with this sweet, bright, and antioxidant-rich refresher instead! Photo Credits: Caitlin Bensel This hibiscus tea recipe is Egypt’s thousand-year-old version of Southern sweet tea, only with less sugar and no caffeine. It’s sweet and tart but not too intense in either direction, and is totally heavenly on a hot day....

Kristinia are sesame-coated breadsticks from Greece made with honey and tahini paste. They use no butter, eggs, or dairy and are incredibly easy to make — you don’t even need a rolling pin! Make these thin and crispy delights for easy snacking, or serve with your favorite dips for your next dinner party. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm My dad is quite the food critic in our family. When he likes something, you know about it, and when he finds a favorite he is the first to email everyone in the family with links and pictures....

Wondering what to do with leftover mashed potatoes? Give them a second life with these mashed potato pancakes! With fresh herbs and creamy feta cheese, these mashed potato patties are crispy, fluffy, and absolutely delicious! Photos credits: Mariam Hamdy There are so many dishes that taste even better the next day, but to me mashed potatoes is just not one of them. The question, particularly around the holidays, becomes: What I do with this big bowl of mashed potatoes sitting in my fridge, just begging to be wanted?...

Sweet potato toast is nutrition-packed, super easy to make, and will keep well for days! Great for make-ahead breakfast, lunch, or a big appetizer to share. And this sweet potato toast recipe takes the idea to a new level of tasty. Perfectly seasoned, then loaded with Mediterranean favorites like tahini , chickpeas, feta, fresh herbs and tomatoes. I have tested more than one way for how to make sweet potato toast; be sure to check out my tips....

An easy twist on Pasta alla Norma, Sicily’s famous eggplant pasta with fragrant tomato sauce and ricotta salata cheese! I bake the eggplant in the oven until it’s perfectly tender while the tomato sauce happily bubbles on the stove for a weeknight-friendly dinner that’s ready in under an hour! Photo Credits: Miriam Novoa Pasta alla Norma is one of Sicily’s most loved summer dishes for good reason. Like many traditional Italian recipes, the ingredient list is short, and you don’t need fancy equipment or cheffy techniques to make it....

If Peach Lemonade isn’t already on your summer drink list, it’s time to add it! Peaches pack in a ton of natural sweetness for a honey-kissed, sweet-tart peach lemonade recipe you’ll make all season long. Photo Credits: Elana Lepkowski In the summertime, I often see refreshing twists on lemonade, like Mint Lemonade or Strawberry Lemonade . But one combination I rarely see is Peach Lemonade, and that is too bad!...

Rice with Potato Tahdig is a traditional Persian recipe where fluffy grains of rice are encased in a crispy shell with fried potatoes. Wow your friends and family with this beautiful and delicious side dish. Photo credit: Mariam Hamdy Persian rice with Potato Tahdig is a showstopping way to serve rice for your family or guests, and it’s the perfect accompaniment for Fesenjan (Persian chicken and walnut stew) or grilled meat like Kofta Kebabs ....

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A delicious, festive fall salad, perfect for entertaining! Shaved Brussels sprouts pair beautifully with peppery arugula, crunchy bell peppers, and sweet apples. Add some dried cranberries, raisins, walnuts, and feta cheese for color and texture. A simple honey-citrus dressing brings everything together. A beautiful fall salad! This gorgeous Brussels sprouts salad has tons of layers of texture and flavor. The perfect combination of leafy, sweet, nutty, and a little salty!...

This spaghetti pie recipe puts an end to boring leftovers! Give day old spaghetti a lasagna-style makeover with a layer of sauteed vegetables and a quick finish of melted cheese. Slice and serve spaghetti pie for a fun way to reinvent dinner! Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow This spaghetti pie recipe is a cross between pasta frittata and a rigatoni pie. It’s a deep dish pasta pie situation the whole family will love!...

Spanish migas is a rustic dish that reinvents day-old bread into something spectacular! Sauteed with smoky chorizo and cured ham, cubed bread becomes crispy and chewy. In Madrid, you’ll find it topped with sweet grapes, and it makes an excellent breakfast topped with a cooked egg! Photo Credits: Mark Beahm Many beloved Spanish recipes reflect a history of reinvention. Out of necessity, bread that had gone stale became meals that are Spanish classics, including pan con tomate , salmorejo , and migas....