You'll love this collection of easy, healthy, and seriously tasty Mediterranean recipes that are perfect for beginners! You can find something here for every part of the day—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—using fresh, everyday ingredients. These Mediterranean meals are based on classic staples like olive oil, crisp vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. They’re effortless to make, full of flavor, and great for the warmer months when lighter, wholesome meals feel just right.
Lebanese Moussaka
This deliciously healthy Vegan Lebanese Moussaka, also known as Maghmour combines roasted aubergines and chickpeas in a tangy tomato sauce flavored with Lebanese spices.
Just like traditional Turkish Moussaka, this healthy Lebanese aubergine dish is packed with Mediterranean flavors.
To learn more: Vegan Lebanese Eggplant Moussaka (Maghmour)
Turkish Poached Eggs
Cilbir is a delicious Turkish breakfast egg dish made with poached eggs served on a bed of silky garlic yogurt and finished with a drizzle of chili-infused olive oil. Ready in just 15 minutes, this egg dish looks and tastes amazing.
To learn more: Cilbir - Turkish Poached Eggs
Greek Lettuce Salad
Greek Lettuce Salad (Maroulosalata) is a simple side dish made with shredded romaine lettuce, plenty of fresh herbs like dill, mint, and scallions, and a bright olive oil and vinegar dressing. This traditional Greek staple is fresh, crisp, and full of clean flavors. It’s also incredibly fast — you can have it ready in less than 10 minutes.
To learn more: Greek Lettuce Salad (Maroulosalata)
Skordalia - Greek Potato Dip
Skordalia is a classic Greek Potato Dip flavoured with garlic, olive oil, and vinegar. It has a smooth, creamy texture and a bold garlic flavor that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables. This garlic and potato dip comes together easily with just a few ingredients and can be served warm or at room temperature.
To learn more: Skordalia - Greek Potato Dip
Stuffed Dried Aubergines
Stuffed Dried Aubergine is a comforting and delicious Turkish dish made by filling dried aubergines with a mixture of rice, spices, and herbs. It’s one of those recipes that’s often made in big batches to share with family.
To learn more: Kuru Patlıcan Dolması - Stuffed Dried Eggplant
Mediterranean Green Beans
Mediterranean Green Beans is a popular vegetarian/vegan dish that is cooked quite often in most Turkish homes during the summer. This simple yet delicious dish can be made beforehand and usually served warm or at room temperature.
All you need is green beans, ripened summer tomatoes, onions, and good-quality olive oil.
To learn more: Mediterranean Green Beans (Taze Fasulye)
Mediterranean Roasted Aubergine
This Mediterranean-style Roasted Aubergine Recipe brings out the natural aromas of aubergines with a simple mix of olive oil and warm spices. It's easy to make, incredibly versatile, and works well with almost anything—from warm pita bread to a hearty grain salad.
To learn more: Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant Recipe
Avgolemono
Avgolemono Soup is a rich, cozy, and comforting Greek Chicken Lemon Soup made with chicken, rice, fresh lemon juice, and eggs. This classic Greek soup combines simple ingredients to create a creamy, silky texture without using any cream.
To learn more: Greek Chicken Lemon Soup - Avgolemono
Imam Bayildi
Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Aubergine) is a classic Ottoman dish made with aubergines cooked in a generous amount of olive oil and then stuffed with a mixture of onions, tomatoes, and garlic. Packed with Mediterranean flavors, this baked stuffed aubergine dish is a very easy yet extremely delicious recipe to make.
To learn more: Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Eggplant)
Lebanese Lentils and Rice
Mujadara (or Mujaddara) is a simple yet delicious Lebanese Recipe made with Lentils and Rice and flavored with caramelized crispy onions.
It is extremely easy to make with only a few simple ingredients which you probably already have in your pantry. Also, this beautiful dish is inexpensive to make, full of nutrition, and gluten-free.
To learn more: Mujadara - Lebanese Lentils and Rice Recipe
Turkish Carrot Dip with Yogurt
Havuç Tarator (or Carrot Tarator) is a traditional Turkish dip made with grated carrots, thick yogurt, and garlic. It is quick and easy to prepare using a few simple ingredients you may already have on hand.
To learn more: Havuç Tarator - Turkish Carrot Dip with Yogurt
Greek Roasted Vegetables
Briam is a hearty Greek casserole dish featuring roasted vegetables cooked in a generous amount of olive oil and seasoned with simple Mediterranean flavors. In Briam, you'll usually find a mix of veggies like zucchini, peppers, aubergines, onions, garlic, okra, tomatoes, and potatoes.
It is typically served as a main course, often paired with feta cheese, olives, and crusty bread. Simply delicious!
To learn more: Briam -Greek Roasted Vegetables
Rice Stuffed Onions
Rice Stuffed Onions, or Sogan Dolmasi is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that brings out the best in simple ingredients. This delicious dish combines tender onion shells stuffed with a rich filling made with ground beef, rice, tomato paste, fresh herbs, and warming spices.
To learn more: Rice Stuffed Onions - Sogan Dolmasi
Vegetarian Lentil Meatballs
Mercimek Kofte (Turkish Vegan Lentil Meatballs) is a healthy and flavourful Turkish dish made with fine bulgur, red lentils, onions, tomato & red pepper paste, and spices.
To learn more: Mercimek Kofte (Vegan Lentil Meatballs)
Turkish Style Borlotti Beans
Barbunya Pilaki (Turkish Style Borlotti Beans) is a classic Turkish dish braised in olive oil with onions, garlic, and tomato (paste).
This delicious vegan dish is perfect to serve as a light lunch, a part of a mezze spread, or a side dish to grilled and roasted meat, fish, and vegetables.
To learn more: Barbunya Pilaki (Turkish Style Borlotti Beans)
Mediterranean Baked Salmon
Mediterranean Baked Salmon is a simple yet impressive and delicious dish, whether you serve it as the centerpiece of a holiday dinner table for special occasions or as a quick weeknight dinner.
It is the perfect combination of fresh salmon fillet marinated with Mediterranean flavors such as lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic.
To learn more: Mediterranean Baked Salmon
Watermelon Feta Salad
This easy and refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad is the perfect combination of sweet watermelon pieces with salty feta cheese, super crunchy cucumbers, and fresh basil leaves.
Ready in just 10 minutes, this is the perfect summer salad for BBQs, picnics, or summer parties.
To learn more: Watermelon Feta Salad with Basil and Cucumber
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