These dinner rolls are soft, golden, and subtly sweet from honey, with a hint of richness from extra virgin olive oil. These are the perfect tender, pull-apart rolls for accompanying family dinners and holiday meals. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm Growing up, no holiday or special occasion was complete without a pan of homemade dinner rolls. Always served warm from the oven, the pillowy, pull-apart rolls were perfect for soaking up gravy at Thanksgiving or dipping in the pan juices from a holiday roast....

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! On busy weeknights, especially since we’re back to school now, I can always count on pasta for a quick and delicious dinner everyone will enjoy. To me, pasta dinners are also a great way to use what produce and pantry staples I have on hand to make things interesting without too much work....

Looking for a simple salad with lots of crunch and a light, sweet and tangy dressing? This red cabbage salad made with simple, nutrient-dense ingredients should do the trick. It’s perfect for every occasion. Make it as a weeknight side, picnic salad or bring it to your next potluck. Photo Credits: Mariam Hamdy You’re going to love the bold taste and satisfying crunch of this red cabbage salad! Tossed with our homemade apple cider vinaigrette, it packs a punch of tangy flavors and is ready in minutes for a company-worthy appetizer or side dish everyone will love....

Ricciarelli are soft and chewy almond cookies flavored with lemon zest and vanilla extract. Originating from the city of Siena in Tuscany, these beautifully crackled gluten-free and dairy-free cookies are an easy make-ahead holiday treat. Ricciarelli (which is pronounced reach-a-relli) are traditional Italian Christmas cookies from Siena, dating back to the 14th century. They have a beautiful crackled appearance, sweet almond flavor, and hints of vanilla and citrus. Like pignoli cookies, I love including them in cookie platters and cookie swaps because they’re not only eye-catching but also naturally gluten-free and dairy-free cookies that everyone will enjoy....

Give Smashed Cucumber Salad a Mediterranean flair with this easy recipe! Layered with tangy fried lemons, creamy feta cheese and fresh parsley, this effortless side dish will bring even the most simple meals to the next level. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Cucumber salad is a gem of the Mediterranean table. In fact, In Egypt we call Cucumber Tomato Salad simply salata, meaning “salad”–likely to save us time because it shows up at breakfast, lunch, and dinner....

In this vibrant spinach-stuffed salmon recipe, fresh salmon filets are filled with a bright and savory combination of roasted red peppers, capers, lemon, and Greek yogurt. It’s gluten-free, packed with nutrients and bold Mediterranean flavors. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm This spinach stuffed salmon recipe satisfies all of my requirements for weeknight meals—it’s easy, healthy, and full of flavor. The combination of roasted red peppers, capers, garlic, lemon, and spinach instantly transports me to my favorite part of the world, enjoying a cold glass of white wine, fresh fish, and a view of the Mediterranean....

When it comes to red snapper recipes, this one is a favorite. It takes less than 20-minutes to make and bursts with bright lemony flavo. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond This is an absolute winner when it comes to crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside fish, and it reminds me so much of my Egyptian childhood where I first learned how to cook red snapper. I love this recipe so much, I shared it in my second cookbook, The Mediterranean: Dish Simply Dinner , where I serve it with a pomegranate salsa, but I’ve topped this dish with endless combinations....

I put this sun dried tomato topping on almost everything! Photo Credits: Mark Beahm To be honest, I’m not entirely sure what to call this sun dried tomato recipe. It’s definitely a condiment, but not quite a salsa. You could call it a sun dried tomato spread, but it’s not really creamy. I developed it one morning when I wanted to dress up a fried egg breakfast sandwich—one bite and I was hooked!...

Bring the bright, bold flavors of Spain to your kitchen this summer with these easy and irresistible Spanish recipes! Easy Chicken Paella – Photo Credits: Mark Beahm When I think of summer cooking, I find myself turning to Spanish recipes again and again. They strike the perfect balance of rustic and elegant, often requiring just a few pantry staples, plenty of fresh ingredients, and a generous amount of good Spanish olive oil....

Dry January doesn’t mean boring drinks! These 8 Mediterranean-inspired mocktail recipes bring all the flavor you crave without the alcohol. Zero-proof just got better! Tart Cherry Juice Mocktail– Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Cutting out (or even cutting down on) alcohol for Dry January doesn’t mean you need to forgo the fun and flavor of a delicious beverage! Some of the best non-alcoholic cocktail recipes out there are inspired by the profiles of classic drinks....

Asparagus risotto with lemon, fresh herbs, and parmesan cheese is the spring risotto recipe you didn’t know you needed! It’s bright, citrusy, and tastes like sunshine in every bite. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm In the spring, stalks of purple and green asparagus push through winter’s cold garden soil and grace my family with the first signs that winter is ending and relief from snowy days is near. When this happens, I am known to make asparagus omelets for breakfast, endless batches of toast smeared with lemony goat cheese and topped with pieces of asparagus for lunch, then follow it up with Asparagus Risotto for dinner....

Learn how to make perfect stovetop popcorn every single time so that it is fluffy, flavorful, and never burned! Easy tips + the best popcorn seasoning options. Perfect stovetop popcorn Once you learn how to make your own popcorn from scratch—so that every kernel is popped, and nothing is burned—you won’t be going back to the bagged stuff! The gist of this fiber-rich stovetop popcorn recipe is simple: Cook popcorn in a bit of extra virgin olive oil on the stove....

Filled with briny, crunchy, fresh, and zippy flavor, this easy Italian salad recipe delivers a wow factor with absolutely zero fuss! A bold Italian dressing and a few simple pantry staples make all the difference. Photo Credits: Kathrine Irwin This Italian salad recipe is very much a “table salad”–or a salad you can throw on the table no matter what you’re serving. I consider it in the company of other iconic table salads like Tabouli or Shopska : It may be humble and easy to make, but the sum is worth so much more than its parts!...

Chicken Chasseur is a simple, but elegant one-pan braise. Browned chicken thighs cook in a mushroom sauce with tomato, wine, fresh herbs, and garlic to make a cozy meal perfet for cooler weather. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond French “hunter’s chicken,” or chicken chasseur (sha-sir) is one of my go-to dishes when the nights get cooler and I need a dinner that’s both comforting but healthy. It’s a classic French dish I learned as part of the “mother sauces” segment of culinary school eons ago....

This vegetarian and gluten-free Greek mushroom stew is a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors from pearl onions, tomato, a host of aromatic spices, and three kinds of mushrooms. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm Why You’ll Love My Mushroom Stew Recipe The trifecta of mushrooms, onions, and tomato gives this vegetarian stew recipe deep umami flavor. It works as either a vegetarian main or as a side dish. Garlic and warming spices—cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and pepper—make it comforting and flavorful....

Ladenia better known as Greek Pizza in the U.S., is a delicious combination of ripe tomatoes, sliced onions, olives, and feta cheese on a fluffy freshly baked focaccia-style crust. Photo Credits: Katherine Irwin Many cultures have their version of “pizza,” from Turkish Pide to Manaqish to Lahmacun . This Greek pizza dish, known as Ladenia, originates from the Island of Kimolos in the Aegean Sea. It combines the Greek olive oil flatbread and the Italian thick-based focaccia pizza to create a delightful dish....

Grilled chicken breast stays tender and juicy with this easy recipe! A garlicky Italian marinade and a few easy tricks turn basic chicken breast into an exciting and delicious dinner. Photo Credits: Bella Karragiannidis This grilled chicken breast recipe features a simple yet bold marinade with Italian seasoning , fresh lemon juice, and a healthy dose of minced garlic. Unlike chicken thighs, chicken breast is much thicker on one side....

This elegant halloumi salad, inspired by Cypriot cuisine, layers peppery arugula with sweet griddled peaches, salty halloumi, cooling cucumber, biting red onion, fresh mint, and crunchy pistachios. A citrusy dressing marries the flavors for a colorful summer salad everyone will love! Photo Credit: Ali Redmond My love for halloumi began many moons ago when I ate the traditional Cypriot sandwich of halloumi and lountza (smoked pork tenderloin) on repeat while visiting Cyprus on holiday....

Make addictively crispy quinoa with this easy recipe, including sweet and savory seasonings and many ideas for how to use it. You’ll love this golden, crunchy quinoa as a gluten-free “crouton” alternative! Use it to top your favorite salads, soups, breakfast yogurt, and sides. Photo Credits: Katherine Irwin I love anything crispy or crunchy, which might explain why I sometimes hit the tortilla chips a little too hard. But recently I discovered a healthy way to get the texture I crave that doesn’t require a trip down the chips aisle: crispy quinoa!...

This Italian-inspired orange ricotta cake is moist, soft, and bursting with intense orange flavor from zest and fresh orange slices! The sticky caramel-like topping provides just enough gooey and citrusy sweetness, while the mild and fruity olive oil flavor balances the cake perfectly. No one will know it’s healthier! Be sure to check out my top tips for making the most flavorful orange cake possible! Italian-Style Orange Cake with Ricotta What is not to love about Italian cake?...