Mediterranean cuisine is known for its fresh flavors. Herbs, lemons, olive oil, fresh vegetables and lean proteins are a few of the wonderful ingredients that are used in delicious Mediterranean dishes. For a quick weeknight dinner try a delicious fresh salad loaded with tomatoes, cucumbers and chickpeas. For a snack or appetizer make hummus or baba ganoush. These Mediterranean recipes are nutritious, delicious and will add excitement to your weeknight dinner.
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Mediterranean Shrimp Salad
This salad is loaded with fresh veggies, shrimp and drizzled with a delicious lemony dressing for a taste of the Mediterranean. This salad is perfect for lunch or dinner.
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One Skillet Mediterranean Chicken
Make this delicious chicken skillet dinner in just 30 minutes. This dish is full of fresh Mediterranean flavors.
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Italian Rice Salad – Insalata di Riso
This simple salad is the perfect side dish for a summer picnic or BBQ. Made with fresh veggies and brown rice it is a healthy salad bursting with Mediterranean flavor.
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Mediterranean Pumpkin Couscous Salad
This dish is made with Israeli couscous salad and feta to give it a mid-Mediterranean vibe. Crunchy pine nuts, roasted pumpkin, and sweet dried apricots blend to make an amazing salad.
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Mediterranean Fish with Tomato and Olive Tapenade
This Mediterranean Fish with Tomato and Olive Tapenade is super simple but is packed full of flavor. A white fish, pan-seared and topped up with a bright and delicious tapenade.
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Easy Greek Sheet Pan Chicken
This recipe for Greek Sheet Pan Chicken is absolutely the best! The whole family will love these juicy, golden brown Greek marinated chicken thighs on a bed of perfectly roasted vegetables, topped with crumbled feta cheese and briny Kalamata olives.
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Polpette di Melanzane ~ Eggplant Meatballs without Meat
Looking for a meatless 'meatballs' dish? The Polpette di Melanzane is so delicious you wouldn't notice that you aren't having real meat. Serve with your favorite pasta or crusty bread.
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Summer Tomato Risotto With Fennel And Fresh Herbs
This recipe is an amazing savory summer dinner made with simple fresh ingredients. It is completely vegan, gluten-free, and healthy. It will take you under one hour to prepare this Italian dish for your family.
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Eggplant Hummus
There are numerous ways of preparing an eggplant hummus. This recipe covers the charring and baking methods. Both bring out the delicate flavor in the eggplants.
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Mediterranean Chicken Skillet
This Mediterranean Chicken Skillet. Simple, healthy, and full of flavor for everyone to enjoy. Enjoy tender and juicy chicken with each bite.
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Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant with Tahini
This Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant with Tahini is the perfect summer side dish. Eggplant slices are brushed with fresh herbs and garlic for amazing flavor, baked, and then topped with a herby lemon tahini sauce.
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Pasta alla Norma
The exotic-sounding dish originated in Sicily. It is a fulfilling, flavorful, and delicious snack infused with eggplants and tomato sauce. The eggplant chunks ensure this dish offers a meaty texture that both vegetarians and beef eaters will live.
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Mediterranean Grilled Eggplant
This grilled eggplant is marinated in a delicious marinade mixture of fresh herbs and spices. Serve this as a side dish or main dish.
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Vegan Baba Ganoush Pasta
Baba ganoush is a delicious Mediterranean dip with a silky texture and smoky flavor. The creamy dip is made of roasted eggplants, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. It is also gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly.
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Mediterranean Pizza
This Mediterranean Pizza is packed with the vibrant flavors of marinated veggies, sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Super simple but tastes amazing.
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White Bean Antipasto Salad
This White Bean Antipasto Salad is super simple to make and tastes delicious. Packed full of flavors it is made in no time at all.
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Pan-Seared Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce
This Pan-Seared Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce is delicious and easy to make. The dill sauce is packed full of flavor and the salmon is flaky and soft. The perfect combination.
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Mediterranean Cucumber Salad
This Mediterranean Cucumber Salad is loaded with crunchy cucumber mixed with zesty tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, salty feta, and fragrant fresh mint and basil dressed with a super tasty vinaigrette.
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Garlic Butter Salmon Scampi
This Garlic Butter Salmon Scampi is a delicious recipe made with olive oil, garlic, fresh lemon, salmon filets, white wine, butter, fresh basil, and crispy caper berry topping. Ready in under 30 minutes you can't go wrong.
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Roasted Garlic Hummus Recipe
This easy Roasted Garlic Hummus recipe is made in just minutes in a high powered blender. Blend until smooth and creamy and serve with pita chips for the perfect party snack.
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Mediterranean Chicken Orzo Bowls
This Mediterranean chicken orzo bowl is loaded with fresh veggies, perfectly seasoned chicken and a sprinkle of feta cheese. These bowls are a fantastic lunch or dinner idea.
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Mediterranean Bowl
This Mediterranean bowl is quick to pull together and packed with different textures and Mediterranean flavors. A delicious meal you can enjoy any night of the week.
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Mediterranean Eggplant Chickpea Salad
This Mediterranean Eggplant Chickpea Salad features tomatoes, pine nuts, and fresh basil in a simple vinaigrette. Bursting with flavor you have to try it.
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Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod
This Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod mixes Mediterranean ingredients like olives, capers and lemons with cod and fresh vegetables. The flavors in this dish are both light and flavorful. Sheet pan meals require minimal clean-up which makes them my go-to on those buys weeknights.
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Mediterranean Cauliflower Salad
This Mediterranean Cauliflower Salad is super simple to make but it bursting with freshness. Red wine vinegar gently softens cauliflower while red onion adds a savory note. Crunchy and soft this is packed with tasty flavors.
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Mediterranean Couscous Salad
This Mediterranean Couscous Salad is loaded with vibrant colors and fresh vegetables. Pearl couscous, chickpeas, crispy cucumbers, and tomatoes come together with a tasty dressing.
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Baba Ganoush
This Baba Ganoush is made with just a few simple ingredients including roasted eggplant, garlic, and tahini resulting in a rich, smoky, irresistible Middle Eastern dip!
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Mediterranean Style Steamed Artichokes
This Mediterranean Style Steamed Artichokes will soon become a favorite. You can't go wrong with something delicious and packed full of flavor such as artichokes. Especially when they are in season.
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Pesto Tortellini Salad
This Pesto Tortellini Salad is a quick and easy, Mediterranean-inspired pasta salad that’s perfect for anytime of the week. Packed full of flavor you have to try it.
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