20 Best Flavorful Mediterranean Recipes

Made with finely chopped parsley, spring onion, tomato and bulgur, this meze platter staple is elevated with the addition of crisp cucumber and aromatic garlic. Fragrant, fresh and delicious with dips and pita.

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Enjoy crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside falafel without the need for a big pot of oil. The air fryer makes the falafel crispy to perfection and serves it with pita bread, tomato slices, and a generous dollop of tangy tahini yogurt sauce.

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This favorite summer potluck dish gets a Greek twist with fresh vegetables, salty olives, aromatic herbs and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a simple lemon dressing for the perfect picnic side dish.

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If you’re of the opinion that feta cheese makes everything better, then you’ll love these tangy, cheese-filled beef meatballs, the perfect protein to pair with fresh lemon-drizzled zucchini noodles.

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Take your next barbecue up a notch by swapping out your ordinary beef burger for this tangy spinach and feta chicken burger. The moist patty pairs perfectly with creamy tzatziki sauce, spinach, tomatoes, peppers and cooked red onions.

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This sweet and savory salad is a delicious new way to enjoy juicy watermelon this summer, combining the hydrating fruit with crunchy arugula, tangy feta, and al dente orzo.

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Smooth and creamy feta dip with toasted pita wedges will be your new party staple this summer. Add a drizzle of honey and a sprinkling of fresh mint for a fragrant finish.

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The best summer salads are those that have a little bit of everything, and this colorful side dish is just that: it’s packed with orzo, cherry tomatoes, red onion, chickpeas, kalamata olives, feta cheese, parsley, and diced cucumber.

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There’s nothing you can’t do with tender potato wedges, especially when served with lots of refreshing lemon and fresh herbs — the perfect potato side to any spring or summer favorite.

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Welcome pasta salad season with this vibrant Mediterranean pasta dish featuring giardiniera, crispy chickpeas and Spanish romesco dressing. A short, ribbed type of lumache pasta is perfect for showcasing all that delicious dressing and flavor.

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No Mediterranean meal is complete without kebabs! These beef kebabs are incredibly tender and marinated in a delicious marinade made with balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey and Dijon mustard.

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This grain-based salad is an easy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of the rainbow — and it’s super colorful, thanks to cherry tomatoes, fresh cucumbers, toasted walnuts, and fresh dill.

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No mezze spread is complete without a generous dollop of creamy tzatziki, a yogurt cucumber dip that pairs well with a variety of foods, including pita, veggie sticks and burgers.

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This Greek lasagna features layers of golden roasted eggplant and potatoes, fragrant meat sauce and creamy béchamel sauce. It’s a hearty dish that’s perfect as a Sunday dinner main course, but you’ll also find yourself craving it every weeknight.

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This classic crunchy salad is probably familiar to you, but it deserves a place on this list anyway. It’s packed with crisp lettuce, cucumber, tomato, olives, feta cheese, and red onion.

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This bite-sized take on the quintessential Mediterranean sweet is the perfect dessert pop: a buttery pistachio and walnut mix stuffed into frozen phyllo cups and drizzled with honey syrup makes them sweet, crunchy, and satisfyingly sticky.

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Forget buns or bread, pita pockets are the best! Mediterranean pouches are perfect for holding turkey patties, red onions, lettuce, cucumber, feta cheese, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

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Take a trip to the seaside with this shrimp-filled orzo dish. It’s bright, easy to make, and packed with Mediterranean flavors, including olives, chickpeas, feta cheese, oregano, and fresh basil.

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This Greek Chicken Noodle Soup is light and refreshing with plenty of lemon zest and juice. Tender orzo, chicken, vegetables, and fresh dill add extra fresh flavor to this hearty dish.

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