This chicken pesto pasta is a date night-worthy dinner recipe that’s ready in 20 minutes or less. Make this luxurious pasta when you’re craving a warm bowl of creamy, Italian-style comfort. Photo Credits: Elana Lepkowski I’ll admit this chicken pesto pasta, with a velvety basil pesto sauce, is a bit of a splurge. But the first step of the Mediterranean diet is to ditch the word diet! Eating the Mediterranean way is not about, “Eat this, not that....
Creamy orzo with garlic, parmesan, and no cream involved! This easy weeknight dinner leans on protein-rich Greek yogurt for a luxurious velvety quality and nice tang. Plus, this one-pan pasta is on your table in 30 minutes or less. This creamy orzo was inspired by the end of tomato season. As soon as August hits, it feels like there aren’t enough hours in the day to enjoy the last juicy tomatoes of summer!...
When it comes to healthy, easy dinner recipes, this Mediterranean cabbage soup always makes the cut. It’s loaded with veggies, warming spices like turmeric and ginger, and only requires 10 minutes of hands-on time. Photo Credits: Kathrine Irwin When I Need a Reset I Make This Cabbage Soup Recipe I love it because it only takes about 10 minutes of prep time. And I’m not alone! My cabbage soup recipe went viral on YouTube and has more than 2 million views!...
This beginner-friendly yogurt cake recipe keeps it easy with a handful of ingredients and no fancy techniques. Extra virgin olive oil, Greek yogurt, and no butter or frosting makes a beautifully moist, light, and flavorful cake that keeps well for days. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm I like to keep a simple cake in my arsenal that is quick to mix together, always delicious, and that I never have to worry about how it’ll turn out....
You’ve never had eggs in purgatory like this! Hardboiled eggs, fried in good extra virgin olive oil until crispy and golden brown, then finished in a spicy fra diavolo sauce! Perfect for brunch or dinner, just add a hunk of your favorite Italian crusty bread or pita. Think of this as eggs fra diavolo with an Egyptian twist! (And, I’ve included the option for classic eggs in purgatory as well below)....
This is not your average fried fish sandwich! Making a crispy fish sandwich recipe Egyptian-style means big flavor, color, texture, bold Mediterranean spices, creamy tahini sauce, fluffy pita bread, and fresh veggies. Photo Credits: Katherine Irwin This extra crispy fish sandwich recipe is inspired by a fried fish from my childhood, which we call Samak Makli. My mom made many variations, often frying whole fish. But this recipe works just as well with fish fillets, which are easier to serve in a pita pocket with a drizzle of garlicky tahini sauce and a colorful mix of fresh, roasted, and pickled vegetables....
Koshari Recipe: Egyptian comfort bowl of lentils, rice, chickpeas, with a special tomato sauce and savory crispy onions on top! SKIP TO RECIPE Koshari is a fun word to say, isn’t it? Koshari (also spelled, Kushari) is the national dish of my birthplace, Egypt. By far one of my favorite things to eat–EVER! No matter how far I’ve traveled, I will always crave a humble bowl of koshari as served in the streets of Egypt....
Fougasse is a beautifully rustic French bread with a light, open crumb and a crisp crust. This beginner-friendly fougasse recipe uses an overnight ferment to give the bread rich flavor and some of the health benefits of sourdough. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm Fougasse (pronounced foo-gahs) bread is a rustic loaf from Provence, France. It’s typically shaped and slashed in a pattern to resemble a head of wheat, but its distinctive cuts aren’t just decorative....
Fried tomatoes, gently cooked in extra virgin olive oil and flavored with garlic, chili pepper bits, and a sprinkle of fresh mint. This vegan and gluten free tomato recipe is great as mezze or side with your favorite bread to sop up the delicious juices! Today’s recipe is from The Arabesque Table: Contemporary Recipes from the Arab World by Reem Kassis. Living in Atlanta, I know and love the iconic fried green tomatoes of the South–firm, slightly tangy, and covered in a crispy bread crumb topping....
Lemon rosemary chicken is infused with fresh, zesty flavor thanks to the use of lemons, rosemary, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil . Juicy, tender, and ready in just over 20 minutes, it’s a busy cook’s dream! Photo Credits: Karishma Pradhan There’s nothing more reliable than a good chicken recipe when you’re not sure what to make for dinner! Whether you’re serving Italian-style skillet chicken , 20-minute mushroom chicken , or easy chicken caprese , there’s always an option that’s guaranteed to hit the spot....
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 the kind of warm-your-belly meal that won’t leave you feeling heavy. A few favorites here on the blog that fall under this category include: steamed clams , salmon soup with potatoes (so velvety and hearty), and Sicilian fish stew with garlic and capers....
Olive oil ice cream is a rich and creamy dessert beautifully balanced with refreshing lemon and a hit of flaky sea salt. Photo Credits: Miriam Novoa If you’ve never tried olive oil ice cream, you’re in for something truly special. It may initially strike you as unusual, but it’s a culinary combination worth exploring. We all enjoy combinations of fruit and ice cream, so why not embrace olives, which are, after all, a fruit themselves?...
This one-pan chicken in tomato sauce is a riff on classic Italian Steak alla Pizzaiola. In this chicken cutlets recipe, the thin chicken breasts are quickly pan-seared, simmered in an herb-spiked tomato and caper sauce, and finished with a topping of melty mozzarella cheese for a richly flavored dish that’s ready in 40 minutes. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Pollo alla Pizzaiola, or “chicken in the style of the pizza maker,” is a twist on one of on one of the most beloved dishes in Naples: Bistecca alla Pizzaiola....
These cauliflower steaks feature a combination of flavors inspired by North African cuisine, taking the humble cauliflower and packing it with smoky, spicy, herbaceous, and citrusy flavor. This hearty gluten-free and vegan main dish will not disappoint! It’s remarkably easy to prepare and quick to cook. Photo Credits: Elana Lepkowski Cauliflower is becoming my muse! These cauliflower steaks are juicy, tender, comforting, and totally surprising! Before I started developing recipes I never saw cauliflower as my go-to ingredient, but now?...
This roasted red pepper pasta bursts with bright, smoky flavor and creamy richness in just 15 minutes! Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow You won’t believe this comforting, flavorful pasta sauce is ready to go by the time the pasta is done boiling! To make it, I simply blend roasted red peppers, spices, and aromatics with whole milk to make a super silky, creamy sauce. The easy sauce tastes like date night at an Italian restaurant!...
Sardine Pasta with Fennel and Saffron is a bold Sicilian dish that balances briny sardines and anchovies with sweet golden raisins and onions, fragrant fennel, and a toasty topping of pine nuts and breadcrumbs. A pinch of saffron and a splash of lemon bring sunny color and bright flavor to every bite. Photo Credits: Miriam Novoa This traditional sardine pasta, or Pasta con le Sarde as it’s called in Sicily, is unusual in that it’s deeply savory from a base of anchovies, garlic and a little chili heat, balanced with the sweetness of golden raisins and tender sautéed onions....
This fruity spiced non-alcoholic pomegranate drink recipe is made with a base of honey, orange, and cardamom syrup and finished with pomegranate juice and club soda. This pomegranate mocktail is as refreshing as it is tasty! Photo Credits: Ali Redmond I’ve been a firm advocate and disciple of ‘Dry January’ for the last 15 years (before it was even cool!). Plus, having a teetotal husband, I am always on the lookout for a great mocktail recipe or tasty non-alcoholic beverages to serve at any time of year....
Rose water is the fragrant liquid distilled from fresh rose petals. It is a pantry staple throughout the Mediterranean and Middle East, just a dash adds a delicate floral quality to both sweet and savory foods. Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow People have used rose water for centuries for both culinary and aesthetic purposes. Many use it today as perfume or facial toner, but this aromatic liquid is also common in traditional Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dessert recipes like Turkish Delight and Baklava ....
This easy, chicken and broccoli skillet dinner is a well-balanced recipe with bright Mediterranean-inspired flavors of garlic, lemon, and oregano. Ready in 30 minutes. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond This Chicken and Broccoli Recipe is a Weeknight Favorite It’s fast and easy: A complete dinner in about 20 minutes using one skillet. Bright Mediterranean flavor: Lemon, garlic, oregano, and thyme shine in every bite. It’s healthy and complete: Lean protein, veggies, and lots of flavor; it checks all the boxes!...
A collection of some of our best fish dinner ideas to inspire seafood lovers and fish-cooking beginners alike! Get a nutritious supper on the table fast with fish soup recipes for cold days, grilled shrimp recipes for warm ones, and our best fish recipes for anything from baked salmon to seafood pasta! Image ofLemony Dukkah-Crusted Sea Bassby Miriam Novoa Loaded with important nutrients, including protein, vitamins, and Omega-3 fatty acids (which are good for the heart and the brain), fish is one of the healthiest foods you can eat and is an essential element in the Mediterranean diet ....
