Top Mediterranean Recipes

This list came about based on the top recipes readers have made including older and newer recipes. Classic such as Greek spinach rice, Spanakopita (spinach pie) and saganaki (fried cheese) are always favorites but there is so much more.

So, if you interred in adding new recipes this year, look no further! And if you are interested in following a true Mediterranean diet and getting all the benefits it has to offer (physical and emotional), look no further, you are at the right place! 

Also check out this Mediterranean Crete Cookbook

Best Authentic Mediterranean Recipes to try in 2023

Breakfast

Mediterranean Feta Toast

This delicious Mediterranean toast makes the perfect savory breakfast! Topped with refreshing and tangy whipped feta, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, kalamata olives and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.

Get the recipe here >> Mediterranean Feta Toast

Pan Con Tomate Recipe-Spanish Breakfast Toast

Pan Con Tomate Recipe is a traditional Spanish toast that is delicious! Crunchy toasted bread is rubbed with garlic, topped with ripe juicy tomato, and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil making the perfect snack!

Get the recipe here >> Pan Con Tomate Recipe-Spanish Breakfast Toast

Baked Eggs with Spinach and Feta

The perfectly balanced breakfast: An egg sunny side up over a bed of spinach lightly sautéed in olive oil and sprinkled with feta. This dish is so easy and filling, you won’t be hungry for hours.

Get the recipe here >> Baked Eggs with Spinach and Feta

Avgolemono soup

Get this authentic recipe for this comforting and delicious Greek chicken-rice soup, avgolemono soup. Rice and chicken are enriched with the rich and creamy lemon-egg sauce.

Get the recipe here >> Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Greek Creamy Mushroom Soup

This hearty traditional Greek mushroom soup is packed with greens and flavored with a delicious lemon-tahini sauce.
Get the recipe here >> Greek Mushroom Soup

Salads

Greek Potato Salad

This Mediterranean Potato Salad is a refreshing salad filled with tender potatoes, fresh herbs, onions and a simple citrusy dressing

Get the recipe here >> Greek Potato Salad

Arugula-Parmesan Salad

This classic arugula parmesan salad is full of delicious ingredients that complement each other: spicy arugula pairs with nutty and salty parmesan and sweet sundried tomatoes. The salad is finished with a sprinkle of pine nuts and a balsamic-honey vinaigrette.

Get the recipe here >>  Arugula-Parmesan Salad

Mediterranean Lentil and Sweet Potato Salad

This Mediterranean lentil salad will become a staple! Lentils green lentils, crunchy cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, onion, herbs, and a simple lemon dressing

Get the recipe here >> Mediterranean Lentil Salad

Shaved Brussels Salad

This is one of my most favorite salads. 7 Ingredients and you got this delicious shaved Brussel sprout salad. Perfect for greek Meal and delish for lunch or dinner salad

Get the recipe here >> Shaved Brussels Salad

Pasta-Grains 

Whole wheat spaghetti 

This Greek pasta dish is bursting with flavor: Whole wheat spaghetti with Meat Sauce is made with luscious ground beef and tomato sauce, along with cheese-coated spaghetti.

Get the recipe here >> The Whole Wheat Spaghetti

Greek Orzo with Feta and Tomato

his delicious and comforting recipe is perfect! Creamy and silky warm orzo pasta cooked to perfection with tomato and topped with tangy feta.

Get the recipe here >> Greek Orzo with Feta and Tomato

Baked Pasta with Butternut Squash Ricotta Sauce

The most comforting fall and winter pasta full of Mediterranean flavors: Butternut squash comes together with ricotta cheese to make a delicious creamy sauce in this delicious pasta dish.

Get the recipe here >> Baked Pasta with Butternut Squash Ricotta Sauce

 Greek Lemon Rice-Rizi Lemonato

The authentic recipe for the famous Greek rice. Delicious to eat on its own or as a side. This Greek lemon rice is cooked with sauteed onion in olive oil, vegetable broth and finished with plenty of fresh lemon.

Get the recipe here >> Greek Lemon Rice

Breads

Best Homemade Pita Bread

Authentic, homemade pita bread. Enjoy your own soft, light, and delicious pita bread, warm straight out of the oven with this foolproof recipe.

Get the recipe here >> Best Homemade Pita Bread

Parmesan Garlic Knots

Delicious and fluffy garlic knots dipped in olive oil and parmesan for an extra savory flavor. With step by step instructions!

Get the recipe here >> Parmesan Garlic Knots

Meat-Poultry-Fish

Greek Roast Lamb

The ultimate Authentic Greek Roast Lamb step by step recipe: Succulent lamb roasted to perfection along with mouthwatering roasted potatoes.

Get the recipe here >> Greek Roast Lamb

Greek Chicken Cooked in Tomato-Kotopoulo Kokkinisto

A Classic Greek Favorite: Chicken stewed until tender in a rich and flavorful tomato sauce.

Get the recipe here >> Greek Chicken Cooked in Tomato-Kotopoulo Kokkinisto

Mediterranean Garlic and Herb Crusted Roasted Sardines

Simply delicious roasted sardines with a garlic herb crust – you can practically eat them with your hands.

Get the recipe here >> Mediterranean Garlic and Herb Crusted Roasted Sardines

Desserts

Greek Custard Pie – Galatopita

A crustless flavorful and light custard pie. An easy to make to dessert.

Get the recipe here >> Greek Custard Pie – Galatopita

Italian Lemon and Ricotta Cookies

These traditional Italian ricotta and lemon cookies are fragrant with a delicate lemon flavor and a soft texture on the inside and do not contain butter or oil.

Get the recipe here >>  Italian Lemon and Ricotta Cookies

Syrupy Walnut Phyllo Rolls – Baklava

If you love baklava, you can make this easy, vegan, healthier version at home. Walnuts wrapped in phyllo and drizzled with syrup is a perfect dessert any time of the day.

Get the recipe here >> Syrupy Walnut Phyllo Rolls – Baklava

Top Veggie Recipes

Greek Green Beans-Fasolakia Lathera

The original recipe for Greek green beans – smooth and velvety green beans with potatoes stewed in tomato, herbs and olive oil. They will melt in your mouth! Perfect as a main course or a side. And they are vegan and gluten free.

Get the recipe here >> Greek Green Beans-Fasolakia Lathera

Greek Spinach and Rice – Spanakorizo

Spanakorizo: A traditional Greek rice and spinach dish that will become a winter comfort food, thanks to its wonderful flavor and texture. Soft and creamy, served with plenty of lemon juice, a bit of olive oil and of course feta.

Get the recipe here >> Greek Spinach and Rice – Spanakorizo

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