Mediterranean Recipes & Food Ideas

My Mom’s Secret to the Most Delicious Recipes? This Beloved Mediterranean Cookbook Tools

You won't be able to put it down!

Sarah M. Vazquez

Aug 16, 2024

The Secret Ingredient That Keeps These Turkey Meatballs So Juicy Recipes

Hello, gorgeous.

Sheela Prakash

Mar 28, 2024

25 Best Mediterranean Diet Breakfast Recipes Recipes

If you’re following the Mediterranean diet, you know you should be loading your plate with good-for-you ingredients, from side dishes like roasted root vegetables and farro salad to dinners like salmon, spinach, and chickpeas. But what about breakfast? Fruit, dairy, and whole grains play a big role in the diet, so there’s actually a lot of tasty (and satiating) breakfast options to choose from. Here are 25 Mediterranean diet breakfast recipes to inspire you.

Sheela Prakash

Jan 22, 2024

15 Easy Desserts You Can Enjoy on the Mediterranean Diet Recipes

The Mediterranean diet is all about moderation, which means dessert is hardly out of the question. Ingredients such as fresh fruit, olive oil, and yogurt are staples when it comes to sweets, resulting in desserts that are light, fresh, and full of flavor. Like so much of Mediterranean cooking, desserts are rarely complicated, often coming together in one bowl with just a few ingredients. Here are 15 of our favorite Mediterranean dessert recipes.

Sheela Prakash

Jan 16, 2024

50+ Essential Mediterranean Diet Recipes Recipes

Colorful, feel-good recipes to love.

Sheela Prakash

Nov 16, 2023

10 Easy Mediterranean Diet Dinners to Make in Your Instant Pot Recipes

We make these every week.

Meghan Splawn

Nov 15, 2023

This Editor-Favorite Olive Oil Brand Just Released Delicious Olive Trios, And They’re My New Go-To Snack Groceries

You'll want these on all your fall cheese boards.

Nikol Slatinska

Oct 24, 2023

How To Make Baklava Recipes

Baklava is one of those desserts that has a reputation for difficulty, but is actually surprisingly easy to make.

Dana Velden

Jun 27, 2023

Pasta al Limone Is the Easy Italian Pasta You'll Want to Make Every Night Recipes

The sauce is silky, creamy, and tangy.

Emiko Davies

Jun 26, 2023

You Need to Know About “Slinky” Red Peppers Recipes

"And those in the know now ask in advance if I’ll be making 'the peppers.'"

Kelli Foster

Jun 21, 2023

Cheesy Tomato Chorizo Orzo Skillet Recipes

Put this one on repeat.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 12, 2023

What Is A Meze?Skills

Last week I made a list of small bite meals around the worldA meze is a big part of the dining experience in Eastern Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Arab countries When served with alcohol like anise-flavored liqueurs such as arak or, ouzo, raki (alcohol made from grape pomace,) or wine, a meze is a main meal. Without alcohol, this is called muqabbilat in Arabic and means “starters,” or appetizers.

Kathryn Hill

Sep 28, 2022

This Israeli Couscous Salad Is a Mediterranean Diet Dream Recipes

It's lunch, dinner, and even side dish material.

Sheela Prakash

Sep 10, 2022

Spinach and Feta Frittata Recipes

Nothing fancy — just straight-up delicious.

Kelli Foster

Sep 7, 2022

These Greek Lemon Potatoes Have a Secret Ingredient

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And it makes them truly life-changing.

Ivy Manning

Sep 6, 2022

The Easy Mediterranean Salad That Won't Leave You Hungry Recipes

Make it at the start of the week and dig into it for days.

Sheela Prakash

Aug 25, 2022

5 Ways to Use Pomegranate Molasses Skills

Pomegranate molasses has become one of my favorite ingredients, but it’s a tricky one for many people. Perhaps you, like our assistant editor Ariel, bought a bottle to make one recipe, such as muhammara, and now you’re wondering what else to do with it. Ariel has been after me for months to write down a list of more ideas for pomegranate molasses.

Faith Durand

Aug 19, 2022

Meal Prep Plan: How I Prep a Week of Easy Mediterranean Diet Meals

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Curious about the Mediterranean diet? Here's a week's worth of meals to get you going.

Sheela Prakash

Aug 11, 2022

Stuffed Eggplant with Sausage and Peppers Is the Ultimate Late-Summer Supper Recipes

A double dose of seasonal veggies.

Sheela Prakash

Aug 8, 2022

A Week of Vegetarian Mediterranean Diet Dinners

Next Week's Meal Plan

These veggie-heavy dinners are a natural fit for summer.

Kelli Foster

Jul 12, 2022

The Surprising Ingredient You Should Be Adding to Your Pesto This Summer Recipes

It creates a creamy, rich sauce that's also vegan and dairy-free.

Sheela Prakash

Jul 11, 2022

Peperonata Is a Versatile Summer Standby Recipes

This saucy Italian mix of ultra-tender bell peppers, garlic, and herbs has endless uses.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 19, 2022

This Colorful Sheet Pan Dinner Is Lazy Summer Cooking at Its Best Recipes

Summer squash, cherry tomatoes, and halloumi are front and center.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 13, 2022

Meal Prep Plan: How I Prep a Week of Easy, Spring-Inspired Mediterranean Meals

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This week's meal are colorful, vibrant, and exactly what I'm craving right now.

Sheela Prakash

May 26, 2022

For One or Many: Breakfast Meze Skills

In her tricks to help grown-ups eat breakfast, Sarah Rae suggested buying and eating food that you really like. It got me thinking about my most memorable breakfasts, and the fact that they have nothing to do with the oatmeal I usually eat – or forget to eat – each morning. So, this week, I tried something different.Some of my favorite breakfasts are those spent at the family home of an Armenian friend.

Emily Han

May 12, 2022

How To Make Your Own Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves)Recipes

I’ve always loved dolmas – they’re such a healthy and delicious finger food to take to a picnic or to add to a collection of mezedhes spread around the table. In the past, I used to just grab a plastic container of pre-made dolmas at the grocery store. One day I looked at them and realized three things; one, these are pretty expensive. Two, I could probably make my own rather easily at a much lower cost. Three, homemade ones probably taste much better.

Kathryn Hill

May 11, 2022

Skip the Stirring with this Creamy Baked Barley Risotto

Mediterranean Monday

A hearty vegetarian dinner that gets an extra boost of savoriness from sun-dried tomato broth.

Sheela Prakash

Apr 25, 2022

Crispy Skillet Salmon with Mustardy Cabbage Recipes

A warming one-skillet dinner made for March.

Sheela Prakash

Mar 21, 2022

Salmon Piccata Recipes

It's saucy, lemony perfection.

Sheela Prakash

Feb 7, 2022

This Creamy Vegetable Soup Has a Smart Secret Ingredient

Mediterranean Monday

No cream necessary.

Sheela Prakash

Feb 7, 2022

Smoky Brussels Sprouts Frittata Recipes

The cheesy, wholesome answer for right now.

Sheela Prakash

Dec 27, 2021

Pomodoro Sauce Recipes

It's the perfect pasta sauce for any night of the week.

Sheela Prakash

Dec 18, 2021

Italian Seasoning Recipes

Add a shake of this to dinner every night.

Patty Catalano

Dec 10, 2021

Caramelized Mushroom Galette Recipes

This hearty, show-stopping meatless main is great for holidays and weeknights alike.

Sheela Prakash

Dec 6, 2021

The Easy Pantry Pasta You'll Make All Winter Long Recipes

It’s fast, warm, and bright, and comes together in minutes.

Dawn Perry

Nov 9, 2021

Keep Cozy with Balsamic Roasted Chicken Thighs and Squash

Mediterranean Monday

This easy sheet pan dinner is peak fall.

Sheela Prakash

Oct 25, 2021

Sausages and Grapes Make an Unlikely Pair in This Peak-Fall Dinner Recipes

Pull out your trusty sheet pan.

Sheela Prakash

Oct 20, 2021

These 4-Ingredient Chickpea Fries Are the French Snack Everyone Should Know Recipes

Bonus: They're gluten-free and vegan.

Amelia Rampe

Sep 16, 2021

Make This Carbonara-Inspired Corn Skillet Before Summer Is Officially Over

Mediterranean Monday

An end-of-season twist on the classic pasta.

Sheela Prakash

Sep 13, 2021

This 20-Minute Tortellini Salad Is the Make-Ahead Lunch You've Been Looking For Recipes

With its bright colors, contrasting textures, and delicious flavor, this salad only gets better with time.

Patty Catalano

Aug 19, 2021

Overloaded with Zucchini? Make Butter.

Mediterranean Monday

Cook the vegetable down until it's caramelized and jammy and you have the ultimate topping for summery toasts.

Sheela Prakash

Aug 16, 2021

This Pan-Fried Salmon Is Stuffed with Gooey, Cheesy Goodness Recipes

We’re breaking a culinary rule or two, but trust us: It’s worth it.

Tara Holland

Jul 18, 2021

Antipasto Salad Is the 15-Minute, No-Cook Dinner You Need Recipes

No two forkfuls are the same.

Sheela Prakash

Jul 14, 2021

Pesto Salmon with Burst Tomatoes Proves Simple Can Be Delicious Recipes

Fast and fancy at its finest.

Sheela Prakash

Jul 12, 2021

This Vibrant, Mayo-Free Potato Salad Will Whisk You Away to Italy Recipes

It's packed with veggies and lots of fresh herbs.

Sheela Prakash

Jul 7, 2021

Caprese Stuffed Peppers Are the Barely-Cook Dinner You Need This Week

Mediterranean Monday

They're bursting with the flavors and colors of early July.

Sheela Prakash

Jul 5, 2021

Pesto Tuna Salad Is the No-Cook Summer Dinner You've Been Looking For

Mediterranean Monday

A pantry-friendly recipe inspired by the Mediterranean.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 30, 2021

This Ultra-Rich Chocolate Olive Oil Cake Comes Straight from Your Pantry Recipes

A one-bowl affair that hardly needs an occasion.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 29, 2021

Salmon in Crazy Water Is the Easy Italian Recipe Everyone Needs to Know Recipes

It's totally foolproof and utterly delicious.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 29, 2021

Meal Prep Plan: How I Prep a Week of Vegetarian Mediterranean Diet Meals In Just 2 Hours

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This week's meal prep plan will set you up with a week of wholesome Mediterranean Diet-inspired vegetarian breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 28, 2021

Olive Oil-Braised Chickpeas Are Easy and Hands-Off — But Taste So Luxurious

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You'll turn to this technique all winter long.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 28, 2021

A Week of Summery Mediterranean Diet Dinners

Next Week's Meal Plan

This week is filled with fresh and breezy summertime favorites.

Kelli Foster

Jun 26, 2021

It Took Years to Find It, but This Is My Absolute Favorite Lentil Soup

Mediterranean Monday

Topped with crispy kale chips and lemony yogurt, it's the ultimate way to usher in soup season.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 25, 2021

Forget Cheese and Crackers: This 3-Ingredient Flatbread Is the Best Snack I Know Recipes

It's showered with Pecorino cheese and freshly ground black pepper for cacio e pepe vibes.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 21, 2021

This Cheesy Spinach Frittata Will Never Let You Down Recipes

It's an anytime-of-day win.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 15, 2021

This Best-Ever Caprese Sandwich Will Be an Instant Summer Favorite Recipes

Perfect for lunch at the beach or an easy dinner at home.

Yasmin Fahr

Jun 9, 2021

The 15-Minute No-Cook Dinner I Make All Summer Long Recipes

It's packed with SO many good things.

Sheela Prakash

Jun 4, 2021

Fire Up Your Grill for This Easy Mediterranean-Inspired Menu Recipes

Jet set in your own backyard.

Sheela Prakash

May 10, 2021

These Pillowy Lemon Ricotta Dumplings Are the Best Thing I've Made All Spring

Mediterranean Monday

Roasted asparagus and garlicky pea pesto turn them into the perfect May dinner.

Sheela Prakash

May 18, 2021

The Only Pasta Salad You Need This Summer Recipes

Memorize this formula and make it on repeat.

Sheela Prakash

May 12, 2021

5 Must-Make Mediterranean Dinners from The Mediterranean Dish

Next Week's Meal Plan

Feel-good meals the whole family will love.

Kelli Foster

Apr 16, 2021

Fresh Dill Is the Star of This Springtime Salmon Recipes

A fast and fancy dinner made for any night of the week.

Sheela Prakash

Apr 22, 2021

Caprese Sheet Pan Gnocchi Is the Best, Easiest Answer to "What's for Dinner"Recipes

It's ready in a flash and only dirties one dish.

Sheela Prakash

Apr 23, 2021

Creamy Chicken Roll-Ups Are the Retro Dinner You'll Love Recipes

These are a HUGE hit at my house.

Olivia Mack McCool

Apr 20, 2021

This Creamy Tomato Risotto with Meatballs Is Like Grown-Up SpaghettiOs Recipes

It's everything you love about the childhood favorite, transformed into a luxurious dinner.

Grant Melton

Apr 16, 2021

This 15-Minute Tortellini Dinner is Loaded with Cheese, Salami, and Veggies Recipes

It takes cues from the best Italian antipasto.

Sheela Prakash

Apr 14, 2021

This Extra-Gooey Spinach and Feta Grilled Cheese Is Inspired by Spanakopita Recipes

It's loaded with garlicky spinach, fresh herbs, caramelized lemon, and two kinds of cheese.

Sara Tane

Apr 9, 2021

One-Pot Spinach Artichoke Orzo Is Creamy, Lemony, and Made for Spring

Mediterranean Monday

Give orzo the risotto treatment.

Sheela Prakash

Apr 5, 2021