This easy sheet pan salmon recipe is bursting with Mediterranean flavors, and ready in about 40 minutes. Salmon fillets are paired with caramelized cauliflower, sweet carrots, and briny olives, for a healthy weeknight-friendly dinner. PHOTO CREDIT: Miriam Novoa My family knows they can count on salmon as part of the weekly dinner rotation. Both healthy and quick-cooking, it’s the obvious choice for a weeknight sheet pan dinner. It also doesn’t hurt that my freezer is fully stocked with wild-caught sockeye salmon, which I buy every year from an Alaskan fisherman....

With cranberry beans and sweet corn, this collard greens recipe is a hearty vegan Turkish soup everyone will love. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Why Turkish Soup Is My Favorite Way to Eat Leafy Greens It turns hearty greens into comfort food: Slow-simmered collards become tender and savory. It’s a complete, nourishing meal: Beans, corn, and olive oil make this soup filling enough for lunch or dinner. It tastes even better the next day: The flavors settle and deepen, making leftovers something to look forward to....

This recipe is all you need to make the BEST Tomato Gazpacho Recipe! Spanish chilled tomato and vegetable soup that is fresh, light, and packed with flavor. Make it ahead and chill in the fridge. The first time I tried gazpacho soup was at a fancy baby shower that took place at a small Spanish restaurant. It was served in shot glasses as a non-alcoholic apéritif. I took my first sip of this chilled tomato soup and was immediately hooked!...

Marinara is a classic tomato sauce with all the best flavors of an Italian-American kitchen: fresh garlic, tomatoes, herbs, and good olive oil. It’s so easy to make from scratch, you’ll never need to use store-bought again. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Why You’ll Love This Marinara Sauce Recipe It’s fast and foolproof: This homemade marinara comes together in 30 minutes with just a handful of ingredients. Fresh, bright flavor every time: Using quality tomatoes and good olive oil gives you a velvety, restaurant-worthy sauce....

Why choose between pumpkin pie or baklava when you can have both? This easy dessert recipe has classic pumpkin pie flavors but a crispy phyllo crust, cinnamon-walnut crumble, and a decadent honey drizzle inspired by baklava. A little bit nostalgic yet totally unexpected, it’s the best of both worlds! Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow This is not your grandma’s pumpkin pie, and I must say no one is complaining! Given my deep love of Baklava and my knack for creating new desserts inspired by it— Baklava Cheesecake or Baklava Ice Cream Sundaes anyone?...

Make this crusty, crunchy, delicious freshly baked olive bread recipe with no special skills or equipment necessary! The no-knead method couldn’t be easier: just mix 5-ingredients in a big bowl and wait while the yeast does the work for you. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm The first time I baked bread in a Dutch oven at home was a revelation. I was amazed that I could get a bakery-style crisp crust in a home oven....

This easy potato omelet with warm Middle Eastern spices and heaps of fresh herbs is ready in 20 minutes or less! Hearty enough to eat on its own or paired with a salad for some crunch, this baked potato frittata is the perfect anytime meal. Gluten free + dairy free. A potato frittata with Middle Eastern vibes! I get a lot of questions about Mediterranean breakfast ideas , and I’m so excited to share my latest: an extra herby potato omelet....

Shakshuka is a simple dish made of gently poached eggs in a delicious chunky tomato and bell pepper sauce. Said to have originated in Tunisia, this breakfast recipe is popular in many parts of North Africa and the Middle East. It is so satisfying, you can serve it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Read through for important tips and watch the video for how to make shakshuka! What is shakshuka?...

Bright and fresh fennel orange salad with a zesty Mediterranean dressing. This refreshing citrus salad with hints of licorice is ready in just 10 minutes. Pair it with chicken , fish , or protein of your choice for an easy dinner! Fennel orange salad with a Mediterranean twist! Fresh seasonal fruit is an easy way to elevate a simple salad by adding sweetness and color. And in this fennel orange salad, there is also a nice contrast of textures that I love—sweet, juicy citrus layered with crunchy fennel and shallots....

These crispy tomato fritters layer flavor and texture with juicy summer tomatoes, creamy-tangy Feta cheese, crispy breadcrumbs, aromatic oregano, and fresh mint and parsley. Serve simply with a squeeze of lemon, or make a 5-minute sweet and tangy sun-dried tomato yogurt for dipping. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond If you love the famous Greek Zucchini Fritters, Kolokithokeftedes , wait until you try its cousin, Domatokeftedes! From domata meaning “tomato” and keftede meaning “meatball,” these crispy tomato fritters burst with a rich yet refreshing tomato flavor....

No more boring or soggy cucumber sandwiches! This recipe and tips will walk you through how to make cucumber sandwiches perfectly. With a creamy, extra herby Mediterranean spread ( without cream cheese or mayo), you’ll be serving these on repeat–for parties, picnics, or even a light lunch. Crisp slices of cucumber, a creamy herbed labneh spread, and soft bread make these cool, airy cucumber sandwiches. The ultimate elegant finger food, most versions of the simple cucumber sandwich usually have mayonnaise or cream cheese....

Stuffed zucchini, Middle Eastern style! In this recipe, the humble zucchini act as vessels for a special stuffing of spiced rice and ground beef with tomatoes and fresh herbs. See my step-by-step tutorial for foolproof, and absolutely delicious results! When nostalgia takes me back to certain foods and flavors, sometimes all I have to help me is my memory to try and recreate foods I love. But today is one of those very infrequent and fortune times when my mom happens to be right here in my kitchen!...

Simple, unique, and flavorful is what this Moroccan carrot salad is all about! Tender cooked carrots are tossed with fresh herbs and warm Moroccan spices like cumin and harissa blend , then dressed in lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil. The final touch, a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds! Perfect as a simple vegan starter or a side next to tasty entrees like this Moroccan chicken; Grilled Kofta ; or even pan-seared salmon!...

Hands-down the BEST mushroom pasta recipe without cream! With a velvety sauce made with garlic, shallots, parmesan, red wine, and loads of mushrooms, this easy recipe is filled with umami-rich deliciousness. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond If you’re a serious mushroom lover, this mushroom pasta recipe is calling your name. The key lies in the perfect 3:1 mushroom to pasta ratio. Yes, three times more mushrooms than pasta! Using a mix of white button, baby bella, and portobello mushrooms layers in earthy, umami depth in the best way....

This 35-minute tortellini soup recipe is a healthy one-pot meal, swapping Italian chicken sausage for pork. It’s a fast, protein-packed weeknight dinner recipe. Photo Credit: Suzy Karadsheh Why You’ll Love My Sausage Tortellini Soup! I swap out heavier ingredients like pork sausage and heavy cream for chicken sausage and whole milk. Keeping the flavor but making it a heathier. It only takes 15 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes to simmer on the stove....

This is NOT your average orzo soup! This recipe is loaded with flavor thanks to garlicky basil pesto , lemon juice, and a sprinkle of Parmesan! Ready in just 15 minutes , this lemon orzo soup recipe is a must-try! Orzo pasta soup for the win! Orzo soup is one of those quick comfort foods I always make for my family (and sometimes I’ll throw in a protein like in my shrimp soup or chicken orzo soup )....

Your Fourth of July celebrations just got prettier! Celebrate Independence Day with this photo-worthy red white and blue fruit charcuterie board. Sweet meets salty, this crowd-pleasing appetizer is perfect for fuss-free entertaining. Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow A table filled with mezzes to share is a core tenant of Mediterranean hospitality. In other words, party platters are essentially part of my DNA! And big, beautiful, and bold charcuterie platters are my go-to for stress-free parties....

Saganaki is a very popular Greek appetizer of pan-seared Greek cheese served alongside lemon wedges. It’s crispy on the outside and beautifully melted on the inside. Enjoy this traditional Greek dish at the beginning of a meal as a small bite to share around the table. Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow Saganaki is a showstopper at many Greek restaurants, where it often arrives at your table still sizzling in the skillet....

Crispy Turkish cheese rolls, known as sigara boregi (or cigarette borek), are made from thin phyllo dough and an herby cheese filling. These savory Turkish borek can be prepared ahead and are great served as mezze (appetizer) or snack. You can shallow fry them in olive oil or bake them in the oven; this easy recipe gives you both options. Whatare sigara boregi? Sigara boregi (pronounced see-GAR’-ah BUHR’-ay-ee) or sigara borek, are a delicious Turkish appetizer or snack made with flaky dough like phyllo and stuffed with a bold and herby cheese filling....

Easy one-pan Spanish chicken and rice made with onions, bell peppers, chorizo, and a simple seasoning with a bit of a smoky kick! Think of this as a fun variation of Arroz con Pollo that is loads of comfort and flavor! A twist on Arroz con Pollo Arroz con Pollo, or chicken and rice, is a comforting casserole with several versions from Spain and Latin America. And you’ll find even more modern variations from cooks all over the world....