Greek salad with Kalamata olives and feta cheese is the perfect salad when it’s too hot to cook. It’s light, super easy to make, and loaded with delicious Mediterranean flavors. This easy summer salad recipe uses just a few fresh ingredients (cucumber, tomato, onion, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives) that are drizzled with a tasty
The Mediterranean diet is emblematic of the traditional eating habits followed by the 21 countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. These eating habits emphasize the consumption of vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats while limiting foods high in salt and saturated fats. But, not all of the recipes from these countries fit these criteria.
Homemade sun-dried tomatoes are a delicious addition to salads, pasta dishes, sandwiches, antipasto platters, pizzas, and more. They’re sweet, tangy, and loaded with flavor, making them ideal for pretty much any dish, or even a tasty and healthy snack on their own! As the name suggests, the traditional method for drying tomatoes is to leave
Today, we’re going to make one of Italy’s most beloved sauces, homemade basil pesto. A staple in Italian cuisine, pesto is a sauce that originated in the picturesque coastal region of Liguria, Italy, where it is referred to as “Pesto alla Genovese“. While highly celebrated, pesto is not confined to one standard recipe. There are
The Mediterranean Diet is known for its plethora of health benefits. An important and tasty part of this famed diet is fish and seafood — they offer an array of nutrients and health benefits that are often overshadowed by the limelight on fruits, vegetables, and olive oil (although, we love all of these too!). Table
Come BBQ season or you can pan-fry them inside like we did, Greek Chicken souvlaki is a classic recipe that is super easy to prepare. Chicken souvlaki is a popular Greek dish that consists of small pieces of juicy marinated chicken that’s grilled or pan-fried on skewers. With just a few simple ingredients, the flavors
Today, we’re on a journey to the Mediterranean, exploring the charming world of pesto. This article provides a guide to making one of Itali’s most beloved sauces, homemade Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto. A fundamental component in Italian cuisine, pesto is a sauce that originated in the picturesque region of Liguria. But pesto is not confined to
Embark on a tantalizing journey through the Mediterranean, where a symphony of enchanting flavors awaits. This article is an adventure for the senses as we unveil the secret to the region’s culinary prowess – the vibrant and aromatic world of Mediterranean herbs and spices. They are as diverse as the cuisine in which they are
Moroccan couscous with roasted veg and tahini dressing is a healthy and affordable vegetarian-friendly meal that is bursting with color and Mediterranean flavors. This easy couscous recipe combines plenty of roast veg seasoned with cumin, and garlic and laid on a bed of couscous. The colorful turmeric-infused couscous also gets a boost of flavor with
Come summertime, this watermelon salad with feta cheese recipe is the ultimate summer salad crowd-pleaser. Cool refreshing chunks of watermelon, crisp cucumber, and a little heat from some sliced red onion complement the tangy dressing — and the feta cheese and black olives add some delicious saltiness to the salad. Watermelon salad with feta cheese