If you’re looking for something easy to cook when it’s warm out, this collection of Easy Mediterranean Dinners for Warm Summer Nights is a great place to start. Just fresh veggies, pantry basics, and a few relaxed minutes in the kitchen. These dishes don’t need much from you, and that’s what makes them perfect for the slower pace of summer evenings.
Türlü - Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables
Türlü is a healthy and delicious Mediterranean dish made with a mix of summer vegetables roasted with olive oil and tomato. It’s a simple, wholesome meal that’s full of soft, tender vegetables and warm spices.
To learn more: Türlü - Mediterranean Roasted Vegetbales
Papoutsakia
Aubergine Papoutsakia (or Patlıcan Pabucaki) is a delightful vegetarian summer 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 Greek Stuffed Eggplant
Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs
These Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs are a favorite in our household, especially during summer. They’re incredibly easy to make and perfect for everything from weeknight family dinners to weekend backyard barbecue parties. Lightly charred outside and spectacularly juicy within, these thighs are always a hit and guaranteed to impress your guests.
To learn more: Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs
Imam Bayildi
Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Aubergine) is one of the most iconic dishes in Turkish cuisine, known for its rich flavors and melt-in-your-mouth texture. This traditional dish features aubergines stuffed with a savory mixture of onions, tomatoes, and garlic, all simmered in generous amounts of olive oil.
To learn more: Imam Bayildi (Turkish Stuffed Eggplant)
Healthy Mediterranean Egg Salad
Mediterranean Egg Salad, or Yumurta Salatası is a fresh, healthy, and easy twist on the classic egg salad. It’s made with chopped eggs, a splash of olive oil, plenty of fresh herbs, mild spices, and sun-dried tomatoes. It comes together quickly and works well for brunch, lunch, dinner, or even meal prep during the week. This version is lighter, full of texture, and packed with good stuff—like protein, healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins.
To learn more: Healthy Mediterranean Egg Salad - Yumurta Salatasi
Rice Stuffed Courgettes
Kabak Dolması, or Rice-stuffed courgette, is a traditional dish that brings together fresh courgette and a flavorful filling made with rice, ground meat, fresh herbs, onions, and spices. It pairs wonderfully with yogurt and is truly worth trying.
To learn more: Kabak Dolması - Rice-stuffed Zucchini
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 as a side dish to grilled and roasted meat, fish, and vegetables.
To learn more: Barbunya (Turkish Style Borlotti Beans)
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. 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
Stuffed Artichokes
Zeytinyagli Enginar Dolmasi - Stuffed Artichokes is a tasty and nutritious dish that's packed with Mediterranean flavors.
This traditional Turkish recipe features artichokes stuffed with vegetables and aromatics, and cooked in olive oil and lemon juice. They make an impressive appetizer for spring or summer gatherings and also work well as part of a meze selection or a flavorful side dish.
To learn more: Zeytinyagli Enginar Dolmasi - Stuffed Artichokes
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
Air Fryer Crab Cakes
Loaded with fresh crab flavor and ready in just 25 minutes, this Best Air Fryer Crab Cakes Recipe is perfect for a hectic weeknight meal.
Shape your crab cakes, pop them into the air fryer, and let them crisp up while you whip up a delightful homemade Tartar Sauce for dipping!
To learn more: Best Air Fryer Crab Cakes Recipe
BBQ Grilled Prawn Skewers
Ready in just 20 minutes, these BBQ Grilled Shrimp Skewers (BBQ Prawns) are perfect for an impressive and quick weeknight meal with a glass of white wine and a side of Rocket Salad With Parmesan, Watermelon Feta Salad with Basil and Cucumber, or Greek Cucumber Salad.
They are the ultimate summer dish and delicious addition to your summer dinner table to wow your guests.
To learn more: BBQ Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Baba Ganoush
This Turkish-style Baba Ganoush without tahini is a smokey and flavorsome aubergine dip made with fresh Mediterranean ingredients.
Same as Cacik (Turkish Yoghurt with Cucumbers) and Easy Authentic Hummus, it is extremely easy to make and pairs perfectly with Homemade Pita Bread.
To learn more: Baba Ganoush Without Tahini
Spicy Turkish Bulgur Salad
If you're looking for a delicious and flavorful salad recipe for your summer BBQ parties, look no further than the Traditional Kisir Recipe!
This delicious, healthy, and filling Turkish Bulgur Salad is great to enjoy on its own as a main dish, but also perfect as a meze or side dish with any grilled meat, chicken, or fish.
To learn more: Traditional Kisir Recipe (Spicy Turkish Bulgur Salad)
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