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You’ll love this quick & easy shrimp recipe, prepared Mediterranean-style! Garlic shrimp cooked in a light white wine and olive oil sauce with shallots, bell peppers, and tomatoes. So much flavor! Serve over rice , pasta or your favorite grain! So much to do with a bag of frozen shrimp! Lately, I’ve taken to buying bags of already peeled and deveined wild-caught shrimp from the freezer section. There is so much you can do with frozen shrimp and there is no shortage of shrimp dinner ideas over here including my earlier grilled shrimp with garlic cilantro sauce ; shrimp kabobs ; lemon garlic shrimp with artichoke hearts , or an herby shrimp orzo soup ....

Warm weather vibes going on here with this tasty Mediterranean-style grilled zucchini salad, and I won’t apologize for it! Simple grilled zucchini tossed in extra virgin olive oil and finished with fresh herbs and feta. This is perfect next to almost anything from Souvlaki to Greek Baked Meatballs or pan-seared salmon. I love adding a little Tzatziki sauce along. Be sure to watch the video below for how to make this easy zucchini salad....

Tender and perfectly charred, this Mediterranean Grilled Eggplant finished with a drizzle of olive oil infused with garlic and jalapeno. This eggplant recipe is great served as side, vegetarian main, or a warm and smoky appetizer with whipped feta and pita bread. An easy grilled eggplant recipe Mediterranean Grilled Eggplant is the perfect example of how easy eggplant can be to work with – despite the common belief that it is fussy, bitter, or complicated to work with....

Pea salad should let the peas shine. Let’s skip the mayo this year and make a pea salad that really celebrates the fresh bounty of the season! Nothing says spring like a green pea salad with a few slivers of radish, fresh herbs and a finishing touch of feta. Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow It’s time to bring pea salad into the 21st century. Don’t get me wrong, the traditional English pea salad dressed in mayo, sour cream and cubes of cheddar has withstood the test of time, but I think these cheerful, green harbingers of spring are ready for an update....

Learn how to cook pearl couscous like a pro with my no-fail recipe! Pearled couscous comes together in only 15 minutes! Consider this the easy, tasty side dish of your dreams. Pearl couscous is a staple in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. Depending upon where you are in the world, you might recognize this particular type of couscous as Maftoul, Ptitim, Israeli Couscous, or Pearl Couscous. It’s larger in size (similar to a pearl) than the much smaller Moroccan couscous , nutty, and a bit chewy but just as versatile....

This easy sautéed shrimp recipe comes together in under 5 minutes! The shrimp are pan-seared to perfection in a rich olive oil sauce infused with garlic, Italian seasoning, and fresh lemon. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Shrimp is a go-to protein source in my house. This sautéed shrimp recipe has saved dinner more times than I can count! While many recipes call for butter, I prefer the depth and nuance of good extra virgin olive oil....

Icy drinks might seem like a modern invention, but today’s chilly concoction goes back hundreds of years to Venice! This updated version of a classic Sgroppino is a bright, tart Prosecco cocktail made with lemon sorbet and Vodka whipped up until frothy. Photo Credits: Elana Lepkowski Sgroppino, pronounced “scro-peen-yo,” is derived from the Venetian word “sgropìn,” which means to “untie” or “loosen.” It was historically served to the elite as a digestif to “loosen” the stomach after a rich meal, as they were the only ones able to acquire blocks of ice during the time....

Infuse salmon with bold Turkish flavor with this marinated salmon recipe! The fish is marinated with peppery kofta-style aromatics and spices to create a smokey, tender, and flaky salmon dinner that’s as easy to make as it is impressive to look at. Photo Credit: Ali Redmond In this easy marinated salmon recipe, aromatic oregano, warming cumin, spicy Aleppo pepper, and smoky paprika combine with lemon juice for a salmon marinade that’s deeply savory and delicious, with a smoky flavor and a little heat that perfectly complements the richness of the meat....

This lovely Ispanaklı Peynirli Börek is a wholesome, easy-to-make Turkish treat of flaky phyllo dough filled with a simple spinach, feta and cheddar cheese mixture. Serve it during the festive season as a holiday appetizer or add it to part of a brunch or lunch spread. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond This delicious and easy börek recipe is one of my family’s all-time favorites. In Turkey, this cheese-filled phyllo pastry is made in home kitchens and offered in börekci shops all year around....

The season of celebrations is upon us, which means showing some appreciation for those who open their homes, pass the hors d’oeuvres, and bring us all together. This year show up with a host or hostess gift that feels like it was hand-selected just for them. The holidays are here, friends, and we all know what that means—gatherings filled with love, laughter, and, of course, delicious food! But let’s not forget the hostesses and hosts who open their homes and make these magical moments possible....

Make your autumn evenings cozy with these 9 Italian recipes that showcase the best fall flavors! There’s something about Italian cooking that feels especially right in mid-autumn: the warmth of a simmering soup, the aroma of garlic mingling in olive oil, or the comfort of a bowl of pasta on a chilly evening. Italian cuisine has that magical balance of indulgent yet nourishing. Seasonal autumnal ingredients—sweet potatoes, mushrooms, sage, greens, and more—shine in recipes that bring comforting, vibrant flavors into your kitchen....

Olives are a central component of the Mediterranean diet, both whole and pressed into olive oil. But their rich, briny, and often intensely salty flavor may leave you wondering: are olives healthy? Read on to learn about the health benefits of olives, and the many delicious ways to eat them! Photo Credits: Ali Redmond I have loved olives since childhood, especially at my grandmother’s table where they were part of the holiday hors d’oeuvres tray....

Take your artichoke dip from good to great with feta, olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, and a bit of extra spice in this feta artichoke dip recipe! Photo Credits: Mariam Hamdy A classic, crowd-pleasing recipe, this artichoke dip with feta is made with canned artichoke hearts, creamy whole milk Greek yogurt, savory sun-dried tomatoes, and a dash of olive oil. Served warm with pita chips or crackers, it’s the perfect easy snack or appetizer!...

This easy asparagus salad with garlicky dressing, fresh herbs, and a final sprinkle of creamy feta boasts big Mediterranean flavors. Serve this healthy asparagus salad recipe as a dinner-time side or bring it to your next backyard barbecue or potluck. Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow This asparagus salad recipe is made with peas and bite-sized cherry tomatoes to take full advantage of the warming weather and the amazing produce that goes with it....

In Spain churros are a decadent breakfast or late-night treat. A simple dough is fried, sprinkled with sugar, and served with a luxurious melted chocolate sauce scented with cinnamon and star anis. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm I fell in love with churros one chilly January while living in Barcelona. The “ granges ” on Carrer Petritxol in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and San Ginés in Madrid serve endless plates of piping hot, crispy churros and steaming cups of Spanish drinking chocolate for dipping....

Filled with chunks of sweet potatoes and hearty veggies, and laced with bold flavors like turmeric and fresh ginger, this chickpea soup recipe is comforting and nutritious in the best way. And it’s even better the next day! Vegan and Gluten Free. Chickpea Vegetable Soup you’ll be making on repeat! One of the things I love about eating the Mediterranean way is that you can truly turn simple pantry staples like a couple cans of chickpeas into the perfect meal—this comforting chickpea soup is the perfect example....

These Egyptian shrimp fritters, or shrimp kofta, are seasoned with fresh herbs and spices, then quickly pan-fried for crispy edges. Gluten- and dairy-free, they make a great addition to a party line-up or an easy dinner at home. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond The Port Said way of making use of less prestigious small shrimp is to grind them up with a tantalizing mixture of fresh herbs and spices and fry spoonfuls quickly, turning them into fluffy morsels of shrimp kofta....

This quick grilled swordfish recipe takes on a delicious Mediterranean twist thanks to a simple olive oil marinade with fresh garlic and a trio of warm spices. It takes 15 minutes to marinate the fish and about 8 minutes to grill it to juicy perfection. Serve it with a big salad or a simple side and call it dinner! Swordfish Swordfish is a mild-tasting white fish with a meaty and firm texture....

This honey mustard salmon recipe features perfectly flaky salmon fillet covered in a quick homemade honey mustard sauce with fresh garlic, smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne. Slightly sweet, smoky and all sorts of delicious! You can make this salmon recipe in the oven or on the grill (I’ve provided instructions for both). Adding one more to the list of easy salmon recipes because it seems I can’t have enough!...

Learn how to cut a pomegranate the easy way, with no stained cutting boards, no red-spattered shirts, no mess! Photo Credits: Elana Lepkowski While the plastic tubs at the grocery store come in handy in a pinch, learning how to cut a pomegranate is well worth the effort. It’s less expensive, far more flavorful, and surprisingly easy with this simple method. What’s more, a cup of fresh, juicy pomegranate seeds is culinary gold....