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This Shrimp Piccata recipe—sauced with lemon, garlic, capers, and just a little butter—is a seafood twist on classic chicken piccata. Because shrimp cooks even faster than chicken, it’s ready in only 20 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners with some bread or pasta and salad. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm Growing up, my stepmom would cook chicken piccata at least once a month. The combination of tart lemon, briny capers, and a little butter to harmonize the two together into a velvety sauce was a favorite....

These skillet chicken thighs with cherry tomato sauce are a quick, flavor-packed dinner you can put together in one pan and just 20 minutes! Photo Credits: Mark Beahm All you need is one trusty skillet and a package of chicken thighs for a bold, yet easy dinner. It’s no secret that chicken thighs are one of my favorite shortcut ingredients to get dinner on the table fast. To put together this quick meal, I coated them in a warm spice blend with za’atar , paprika , and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes....

Spanish empanadas are large, savory tarts filled with beef , seafood, or vegetables. These smaller tuna empanadillas, however, still boast an abundance of Mediterranean flavor, but are handheld and so easy to make ahead. Traditionally fried, this tuna empanadilla recipe is baked for a lighter and easier adaptation of the classic. Photo credits: Mark Beahm Tuna Empanadillas may seem unusual, especially if you’re more familiar with Latin American empanadas. However, these savory hand pies originate from Galicia on the Atlantic coast of Spain — a region renowned for its seafood....

A meal perfect for a celebration or a dinner party, this stuffed pork tenderloin is filled with a sweet-savory mixture of garlicky greens, caramelized shallots, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, and just a touch of herby goat cheese. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Everyone should have an easy dinner recipe that looks really impressive, can be prepared ahead of time, and delivers a visual punch that garners “wows” from everyone at the table....

A curated collection of heartfelt, Mediterranean-inspired Mother’s Day gift ideas! From cozy breakfast treats and elegant kitchen essentials to fragrant floral waters for cocktail hour, there’s something special for every kind of mom. These thoughtful picks are all about nourishing her spirit, one beautiful detail at a time. With Mother’s Day coming up I’ve been thinking with gratitude about the amazing women who have shaped me—my mother, mother-in-law, grandmothers, the chosen mamas who make my life better and, of course, my daughters!...

Forget starvation diets. This satisfying Mediterranean diet soup recipe is the perfect gentle and healthy reset, which is why I make it every January and whenever I feel sluggish and need a boost. With turmeric, ginger, and a whole head of cabbage to sooth inflammation without giving up flavor. My January Mediterranean Diet Cabbage Soup If your jeans are feeling a little tighter after weeks of holiday feasting (hello baklava and lamb roast ), believe me, I’m right there with you!...

Refreshing watermelon lemonade is the ultimate summer drink—sweet, tart, and bursting with juicy fruit flavor. It comes together in just minutes and is perfect for everything from backyard barbecues to quiet afternoons on the patio. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond While my Egyptian mint lemonade will always have a special place in my heart, this watermelon lemonade is quickly becoming a close second. Nothing says summer quite like fresh watermelon, and this easy lemonade is one of my favorite ways to enjoy it!...

If there is one seasoning blend I absolutely cannot live without, it’s za’atar ! This aromatic Middle Eastern blend of herbs, sesame seeds, and sumac will transform your cooking. Not all za’atar is created equal, though. Today, let’s dig into what is za’atar (spice or herb?). What does quality za’atar consist of? And the many delicious ways to use it! Be sure to grab my list of 11 BEST za’atar recipes below....

What’s so great about the Mediterranean Diet? Well, lots! I recently visited with Kelly LeBlanc, a registered dietician and director of nutrition for Oldways, a food and nutrition nonprofit. She walks us through why the Mediterranean Diet ranks as the top healthy diet to follow year after year , is recommended by doctors, and how to make it work for you! At The Mediterranean Dish we know why we love food from the Mediterranean....

The benefits of drinking herbal tea have been touted for thousands of years, but what are the facts? Read on to find out! Photo Credits: Ali Redmond The simple act of making a cup of herbal tea instantly signals a moment to pause, breathe, and relax. Its warmth is an invitation to slow down and be present. But are there benefits of drinking herbal tea beyond a fleeting moment of calm?...

Featuring cranberry juice, rosemary simple syrup, and club soda, this simple mocktail is perfect for holiday gatherings. It comes together in under half an hour—and most of the time is hands-off! Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Why You’ll Love This Cranberry Mocktail It’s festive with minimal effort. With just a quick rosemary syrup and a splash of cranberry juice, you get a drink that looks impressive but comes together in minutes....

Baked apple empanadas are Spanish-style apple hand pies that make for a delicious afternoon treat or rustic dessert. Simply make an easy empanada dough with extra virgin olive oil (no butter) and stuff with cinnamon-scented apples. A quick bake in the oven and they’re warm and bubbling! Photo Credits: Mark Beahm These apple empanadas come from my time living in Barcelona when I made it my mission to eat my way through every variety of pastry in the cases of my neighborhood cafes....

This Baked Haddock recipe with Baby Bell Peppers is a vibrant Mediterranean dish that pairs tender haddock fillets with sweet baby bell peppers, fragrant oregano, rosy paprika, and a bright pop of lemon. It’s a healthy, flavor-packed dinner that roasts in just 15 minutes, perfect for busy evenings. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm I love a simple fish dinner for weeknights, and keeping bags of wild-caught haddock and halibut fillets in the freezer makes it so easy to whip up something fresh and flavorful....

A comforting baked spaghetti recipe (made just a bit lighter) with an easy, flavor-packed homemade spaghetti sauce! I’ve shared with you before how, when it comes to dinner, my family follows a bit of a 80-20 rule–80% healthy, and 20% indulgent on the healthy(ish) side. This baked spaghetti recipe falls in the latter category of indulgent-but-healthy(ish). With all sorts of fancy pastas out there, it is easy to forget the humble spaghetti....

This easy and bright salmon soup uses simple ingredients and comes together in just over 20 minutes. Delicate, almost creamy chunks of salmon tucked in a flavor-packed broth with potatoes, carrots and fresh dill. A splash of lemon juice brings it together. Read through for important tips + how to make salmon soup perfectly every time. This is a new one in our Mediterranean diet recipes collection! Chicken isn’t the only protein that makes a comforting soup....

If you make one thing with your summer tomato haul, let it be this tomato confit recipe. It’s a simple, hands-off method that turns just a few ingredients into something truly special: jammy, silky, and bursting with savory-sweet richness. Photo Credits: Bella Karragiannidis This confit tomato recipe is inspired by the tradition of preserving summer’s bounty. Cooking little tomatoes whole, submerged in extra virgin olive oil with garlic and herbs, brings out their deepest flavor....

Fatteh is a popular Middle Eastern dish made of layers of crispy pita chips, spiced chickpeas, and a garlicky tahini yogurt sauce. Commonly served for breakfast or as a warm appetizer, this fatteh recipe is a satisfying meatless meal that comes together in about 20 minutes. Photo Credits: Mariam Hamdy Fatteh is a popular comfort food you’ll find in Egypt and parts of the Levant, where it’s often served at breakfast....

Tender, buttery, flavor-packed grilled scallops will take just 5 minute on your grill pan or outdoor grill! Served over my Mediterranean fresh tomato salsa , these scallops are easy to make for a quick dinner that feels even fancier than your favorite restaurant. Watch the video and check out my tips for how to grill scallops perfectly every time! Grill your own scallops at home! If you believe that scallops are a fancy dinner reserved only for dining out, this homemade grilled scallops recipe begs to differ!...

If working at an oyster bar taught me anything, it’s that there is a right way to open a raw oyster! Follow this essential guide to becoming an oyster shucking machine including how to serve, dress, clean, buy, and–most importantly—how to shuck oysters like a pro. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond My first day on the job shucking oysters looked like it would be my last. As the orders piled up, I quickly got “in the weeds,” or restaurant lingo for hopelessly behind....

This tutorial is all you need to make the BEST authentic Kofta kebab recipe. Grilled kofta (or kefta) are skewers of ground beef and lamb mixed with fresh parsley, onions, garlic and warm Middle Eastern spices! These kabobs will feed a crowd and there are many sides and salads you can serve alongside (lots of ideas at the bottom of this post). And be sure to watch the video and the step-by-step tutorial!...