You must try these delicious Greek food recipes that are made with fresh Mediterranean ingredients to create bold flavors and comforting meals. This ultimate collection of Greek dishes brings together rich, baked dishes and light, zesty salads, for you to to create the perfect mix of hearty and refreshing.
Olive oil, herbs, cheese, and seafood are at the heart of it all, making every bite full of flavor. Whether it’s a cozy dinner or a summer feast, there’s always a Greek dish that fits the moment.
Baklava
Pistachio Baklava recipe is perfect for you if you want to learn how to make your homemade version. Baklava is a very popular Mediterranean&Middle Eastern sweet dating back to the Ottoman Empire, featuring flaky filo pastry layers, nuts, and syrup.
To learn more: Easy Turkish Pistachio Baklava Recipe
Moussaka
Greek Moussaka (or Musaka) is an authentic Greek eggplant dish made with layers of aubergines and/or potatoes, tomatoey meat sauce, and silky béchamel.
The extra cheese and breadcrumb topping give this succulent dish a golden crunchy texture.
To learn more: Greek Moussaka (Musaka)
Dolmades
Dolmades or Dolma is a Mediterranean dish made with ground meat, fresh herbs, and rice wrapped in vine leaves. It's a popular choice for special occasions and gatherings.
To learn more: Meat Stuffed Grape Leaves
Pastitsio - Greek Lasagna
Greek Pastitsio Recipe, (or Greek Lasagna - Greek Macaroni), is a favorite comfort food of mine, especially when I need to feed a crowd.
It's a baked pasta dish with layers of pasta, topped with rich meat ragu and velvety béchamel sauce. This traditional Greek dish freezes beautifully and is ideal for making ahead.
To learn more: Greek Pastitsio Recipe (Greek Lasagna)
Imam Bayildi
Imam Bayildi 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
Soutzoukakia
Izmir Kofte (a.k.a Soutzoukakia or Smyrna Meatballs) is a traditional dish made with lightly fried meatballs and vegetables baked in tomato sauce. It is typically served with Turkish Rice Pilaf (Sehriyeli Pilav) or Bulgur Pilavi (Turkish Bulgur Pilaf) and a bowl of Greek Cucumber Salad.
To learn more: Izmir Kofte (Smyrna Meatballs)
Lemon Roasted Potatoes
Authentic Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes recipe is a staple in Greek cuisine, known for its tangy lemon flavor and crispy golden edges with soft and creamy inside. They are perfect on their own with some crumbled feta and a few slices of crusty bread, as well as a side dish for your family Sunday roast.
To learn more: Authentic Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes
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: Avgolemono - Greek Chicken Lemon Soup
Youvetsi - Beef and Orzo Stew
Youvetsi, or Giouvetsi is a classic Greek stew, made with tender beef or lamb and orzo pasta, and is cooked in a rich tomato sauce infused with spices. This one-pot hearty stew is a favorite in Greek kitchens, often served as a special Sunday meal or during festive family gatherings.
To learn more: Youvetsi - Greek Beef and Orzo Stew
Kadaif
Kadaif Dessert is a popular and unique Mediterranean dessert made with layers of crispy, shredded filo pastry base filled with a rich and nutty walnut mixture, and then baked until crispy. The dessert is then soaked in a sweet syrup, adding an extra layer of flavor and moisture.
To learn more: Kadaif Dessert - Turkish Tel Kadayif
Greek Fava Dip
Greek Fava is a smooth, creamy, and delicious yellow split pea dip that has been a favorite in Greece for many years. Despite its name, it’s not made from fava beans but from split yellow peas, which give the dish its signature velvety texture and flavor.
To learn more: Greek Fava Recipe - Split Pea Dip
Papoutsakia
Papoutsakia (or Patlıcan Pabucaki) is a delightful vegetarian stuffed aubergine dish from Greek and Turkish cuisine. While it traditionally includes ground meat stuffing similar to Greek Moussaka (Musaka), I prefer this vegetarian version as a lighter option, especially during the summer.
To learn more: Papoutsakia - Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant
Greek Salad
Delicious, colorful, and refreshing Greek Cucumber Salad is a perfect side dish whether it's for your summer BBQ parties or family meals.
It is made with healthy ingredients such as cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, olives, and feta cheese. This simple Greek Salad is ready in 15 minutes and packed with Mediterranean flavors you will love.
To learn more: Greek Cucumber Salad
Tirokafteri
Tirokafteri is a spicy, salty and tangy Whipped Feta Dip made with a handful of ingredients including roasted red peppers, feta cheese, vinegar, and olive oil.
It is ready in 15 minutes and is commonly served with warm freshly made Greek Pita Bread, or as part of a Mediterranean mezze platter.
To learn more: Tirokafteri (Spicy Whipped Feta Dip)
Semolina Cake
Revani is a popular Mediterranean dessert made with semolina flour, sugar, and eggs, soaked with orange-flavored syrup, and then cut into diamonds or squares. The result is a moist and tender cake that is perfect for serving on special occasions or as an afternoon treat.
To learn more: Revani
Briam - 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. This delicious Mediterranean roasted vegetable dish 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
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