Fried boiled eggs, cooked in ghee until the whites are crispy and golden brown in color. We call these eggs “beid meza’lil,” an iconic holiday egg recipe from Egypt. I love arranging them on a platter with a simple tomato and cucumber salad , olives, and blocks of creamy feta. Humble eggs are a staple ingredient in every-day meals, from a satisfying egg casserole to feed a crowd to a quick egg salad sandwich for lunch....
Plan your party menu now with this collection of some of our favorite Mediterranean holiday appetizers! You’ll find something for everyone from mezze and one-bite starters to golden arancini and dips. Antipasto Platter– Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow When it comes to hosting, no one does appetizers quite like the Mediterranean. From Italy’s apertivo spreads to Middle Eastern mezze , these designed-for-sharing dishes bring big flavor and a whole lot of joy to the table....
Often called “nature’s candy,” you may find yourself asking: Are dates healthy? Can something this sweet, with a decadent caramel-like flavor, really be good for you? Read on to learn the health benefits of dates, and the easy ways to add these nutritional powerhouses to your diet. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Dig into the health benefits of dates and you’ve stumbled on what’s essentially the heart of the Mediterranean Diet ....
Braised cabbage with carrots and leeks is a comforting winter side dish where seasonal ingredients shine. Fennel seeds, fresh thyme, and orange zest bring out the sweetness of the vegetables and add a Mediterranean twist. Photo Credits: Katherine Irwin When I think of braising, what comes to mind are cuts of meat like short ribs or lamb shanks that require a long, slow simmer to become fall-apart tender. But this classic technique is just as good at bringing out the best flavors of hearty vegetables, too!...
Challah French Toast scented with cinnamon, orange zest and drizzled with honey. It’s delicious and not your typical French Toast recipe. Give it a try; you will not be disappointed! Photo Credit: Alison Bickel I know cinnamon and vanilla have long been BFFs in the flavor department, but have you tried cinnamon and orange? It’s a top 5 combo for me especially when it comes to this Challah French Toast recipe....
This easy pesto chicken recipe comes together in one pan in just 20 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights! It’s creamy and comforting, with a pop of freshness and color from the added veggies. Photo Credits: Suzy Karadsheh One of my favorite things to order when we go out is creamy pesto chicken, but it’s actually an easy meal to make at home any time of the week. This is probably one of the juiciest chicken breast recipes I’ve tried!...
Sweetened with honey and scented with cinnamon this fig cake is both floral and fruity. Extra virgin olive oil and Greek yogurt keeps this cake moist and tender, while fresh figs baked into the batter make it centerpiece worthy. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm This fig cake was inspired by the Spanish tradition of merienda , or afternoon snack, which bridges the gap between meals. In the afternoons, cafés and restaurants switch from their lunch menu to a smaller menu of coffees, sweet pastries and savory snacks like tuna or beef empanadillas....
Easy, healthy baked chicken wings recipe, prepared Greek-style with garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and oregano! I love finishing these with a sprinkle of feta and fresh parsley. Serve them Greek-style with a side of creamy Tzatziki sauce to dip. More ideas and tips below, so be sure to read on! In my mind, you really can’t go wrong with chicken wings . And it is nice to have a healthy, delicious option; that’s exactly what these chicken wings with a Greek twist are!...
Gremolata, a zesty condiment from northern Italy, is made with just three staple ingredients and brightens any dish. Sprinkle it on everything from grilled fish or vegetables to rich stews, braises, and hearty soups! Photo Credits: Mark Beahm Gremolata, or gremolada in the local Milanese dialect, is a bright mixture of finely chopped parsley, garlic, and lemon zest. It’s so easy to make, and can be used as a finishing touch on almost any recipe....
Grilled asparagus, kissed with lemon and garlic, is a quick and easy spring side dish with lots of flavor. Serve it alongside grilled meats, toss it into salads, or add it to a mezze platter. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond If you’re cooking salmon , chicken spiedini , or lamb kabobs on the grill and you need an easy side that delivers big flavor, it’s tough to beat grilled asparagus....
Harira is a classic Moroccan lentil and chickpea soup with fresh herbs and loads of warm spices. This satisfying vegetarian soup is even better the next day, so it is the perfect make-ahead pot to feed a little crowd. I typically serve it with lemon slices and warm pita bread . What is harira? Harira soup is a hearty tomato-based Moroccan soup made with legumes like lentils and chickpeas, fresh herbs, and warm spices including turmeric , cumin and cinnamon....
Savor the taste of Lemon Chicken Pasta, where the zest of lemon meets the creaminess of whole-milk ricotta! A perfect joining of flavors, this easy pasta recipe promises a delightful meal in just 30 minutes. Indulge in a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Photo Credits: Ali Redmond When a recipe calls for whole milk ricotta, what it’s really saying is, “Get ready for some rich, velvety goodness....
Learn how to cook chicken breasts on the stove with this easy lemon garlic chicken recipe! A vibrant citrus marinade with a little red pepper for a slight spicy kick, creates tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken breasts. Cooks in 15 minutes! Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again: juicy is always the goal! This lemon garlic chicken breast recipe follows this philosophy, using the same tried-and-true technique from my grilled chicken breast and baked chicken breast recipes....
This orange salad with bitter greens, olives, and walnuts is saturated with attention-grabbing color, putting to rest the misconception that winter produce is dull and drab. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm Why My Orange Salad Recipe Is the Perfect Winter Side Bright flavors: Sweet, bitter, briny, and nutty notes in perfect balance. Visually stunning: A colorful salad that makes winter produce shine. Simple but elegant: Minimal prep with restaurant-worthy results. I’m just as enthusiastic about winter salads as I am about summer salads ....
Pan-seared shrimp with braised greens is a delicious Greek dish that serves as an example of how a handful of simple ingredients can be used to create a hearty, comforting, and healthy shrimp recipe that looks and tastes good enough to serve company, but is fast enough for a busy weeknight dinner. Photo Credits: Miriam Novoa With the first signs of spring, people in Greece are out in the fields foraging wild leafy greens called Horta ....
Ras el Hanout is a North African blend of often more than 20 aromatic spices. It brings an earthy, warming complexity to both sweet and savory recipes. Learn everything you need to know in this essential guide, including what it tastes like, how to use it, and more! Photo Credits: Mark Beahm Ras el Hanout, meaning “top shelf” in Arabic, is the spice shop version of “give me the best you have....
Sautéed broccoli rabe is a simple, flavorful side that balances the vegetable’s natural bitterness with mellow garlic, olive oil, and a bright squeeze of lemon. It’s a fast, healthy Italian side dish. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond I first encountered broccoli rabe (aka broccoli raab or rapini) while living in Florence, Italy, where farmers’ market vendors stacked the big bunches high from fall until early spring. These bouquets of deep green leaves on leggy stems with a few tiny broccoli florets peeking out look mild mannered, but they pack a bitter punch....
A few small tips make all the difference in making the BEST roasted carrots! Roasted at a high temperature, these carrots are perfectly tender with beautiful caramelized edges. And there are so many ways to flavor them, whether you like savory, sweet or spicy! This simple vegan roasted carrots recipe makes a delicious, healthy side to serve with almost any entree, particularly meaty items . If you’ve never been enchanted with boiled or steamed carrots, I hear you!...
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio, pronounced ah-li-oh ee o-li-oh , is a traditional Italian dish made with just pasta, garlic, simple seasonings, and olive oil. This easy, economical pasta recipe takes less than 20 minutes and is filled with so much delicious garlicky flavor! Photo credits: Suzy Karadsheh Spaghetti aglio e olio shows how basic pantry ingredients can make something so flavorful and satisfying–perhaps more than any other Italian classic! Like cacio e pepe or minestrone soup , it’s a weeknight-friendly recipe that proves you don’t need fancy ingredients to make something to feed the whole family....
Aleppo pepper, also known as halaby pepper, is made of deep red, mild chile flakes with a complex flavor – fruity, tangy, and a tiny bit spicy all at once! A dash of our Aleppo-style pepper is all it takes to elevate everything from chicken , fish , and eggs to dips , grilled vegetables , and more! (Check out the ideas below.) Aleppo pepper is one of the most versatile seasonings in my Mediterranean pantry , and it’s one I reach for almost on a daily basis be it to flavor a marinade for some chicken, to season a summer salad , or even to jazz up snacks like popcorn and grilled watermelon (oh, have you tried that yet?...
