Written by Amy Machnak
Grilled Vegetable Meze Plate
This is a fun way to serve vegetables as an easy and healthful appetizer spread. You could also include some purchased dolmas and baba ghanoush if serving a larger crowd.
Recipe: Grilled Vegetable Meze Plate
Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnack
Mediterranean Deviled Eggs
Everyone loves deviled eggs, and they’re sure to indulge in this twist on the classic.
Recipe: Mediterranean Deviled Eggs
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Mediterranean Shrimp Cups
Here’s a fun way to serve a shrimp as an elegant hors d’oeuvre. It pairs well with a variety of crisp white wines, such as Sauvignon Blanc.
Recipe: Mediterranean Shrimp Cups
Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak
Grilled Chicken Greek Salad
For a faster version of this recipe, shred purchased rotisserie chicken and sprinkle with the spice mixture. It’s a simple way to make this a no-cook dinner option.
Recipe: Grilled Chicken Greek Salad
Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak
Mediterranean Garden Wraps
Revamp that veggie sandwich by rolling it up a lavash. We spread it with a yogurt dressing, but you could also smear some hot sauce in the mix to for a bit of a kick.
Recipe: Mediterranean Garden Wraps
Photo by Alex Farnum; written by Amy Machnak
Greek-Style Halibut
The robust flavors of this dish work well with the neutral texture of halibut. You could also use a sustainable sablefish or mahi-mahi.
Recipe: Greek-Style Halibut
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Zaatar and Lemon Grilled Chicken
The seasoning for this grilled chicken dish are fantastically flavorful and incredibly simple. A few squeezes of the grilled lemon add more depth.
Recipe: Zaatar and Lemon Grilled Chicken
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Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki
Tzatziki is a fantastic sauce to have with a Mediterranean-inspired meal. We suggest making extra so you’ll have it ready for another meal later in the week.
Recipe: Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki
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Lamb Chops with Roasted Salsa
Grilled lamb chops are a fast and elegant dinner option. We love the salsa this comes with, but if you’re in a hurry, you could also serve it with a side of purchased hummus and black olive tapenade.
Recipe: Lamb Chops with Roasted Salsa
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Grilled Lamb and Halloumi Kebabs
The salty cheese, which grills very well, is a good contrast to ripe summer tomatoes and meaty lamb. It can be served as a dinner entrée or you could assemble the ingredients inside pita halves with a drizzle of yogurt for a sandwich.
Recipe: Grilled Lamb and Halloumi Kebabs
Photo by Annabelle Breakey; written by Amy Machnak
Honeyed Yogurt Dip with Figs
This simple sweet ending is wonderful after a large meal. Any variety of fig will work, but the dip is pretty good with ripe stone fruit, such as peaches and nectarines, too.
Recipe: Honeyed Yogurt Dip with Figs
Photo by Iain Bagwell; written by Amy Machnak
Mediterranean Pistachios and Fruits
Give your morning cereal or yogurt a Mediterranean twist by introducing a nut and fruit mix.