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    Most Popular Greek Food Recipes

    Published: Mar 28, 2025 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

    These most popular Greek Food Recipes bring together fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and simple techniques passed down through generations. From hearty baked dishes to crisp salads and popular street food, these recipes make it easy to enjoy the best of Greek cooking at home. Greek food is all about gathering around the table, sharing good food, and making memories—so get ready to bring a taste of Greece to your kitchen.

    Pastitsio - Greek Lasagna

    a portion of greek pastitsio
    Ayla Clulee

    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.

    To learn more: Greek Pastitsio Recipe (Greek Lasagna)

    Skordalia - Greek Potato Dip

    Ayla Clulee

    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

    Avgolemono Soup

    Ayla Clulee

    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

    Youvetsi

    Ayla Clulee

    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

    Lemon Roasted Potatoes

    baked greek roasted lemon potatoes in baking dish
    Ayla Clulee

    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. It's effortless to make, uses basic ingredients, and pairs wonderfully with a variety of Mediterranean dishes such as Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs.

    To learn more: Greek Lemon Roasted Potatoes

    Moussaka

    greek moussaka recipe
    Ayla Clulee

    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)

    Greek Salad

    greek salad recipe
    Ayla Clulee

    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.

    To learn more: Greek Cucumber Salad

    Tsoureki - Easter Bread

    5 pieces of paskalya coregi - tsoureki
    Ayla Clulee

    Paskalya Çöreği, also known as Tsoureki, is a soft, slightly sweet braided yeast bread traditionally baked during Easter in Turkey and Greece. It has a golden crust, tender crumb, and unique aroma, thanks to mahleb (and sometimes mastic).

    To learn more: Tsoureki - Easter Bread

    Dolmades

    stuffed grape leaves served on a plate with lamb
    Ayla Clulee

    Meat-Stuffed Grape Leaves (a.k.a Dolmas or Dolmades) is a very popular dish in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries. It is made with ground meat, fresh herbs, and rice wrapped in vine leaves.

    To learn more: Meat Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmas)

    Saragli

    3 pieces of baklava rolls - saragli dessert
    Ayla Clulee

    Sari Burma Baklava Rolls, known as Saragli in Greek cuisine and Burma Baklava in Turkish cuisine, are a delicious twist on the classic layered baklava. They’re made with flaky phyllo dough, a filling of finely chopped nuts, and soaked in a fragrant syrup.

    To learn more: Sari Burma Baklava Rolls - Saragli

    Smyrna Meatballs

    Izmir Kofte is served with bulgur pilaf
    Ayla Clulee

    Izmir köfte (a.k.a. Soutzoukakia or Smyrna Meatballs) is a traditional Turkish dish made with lightly fried meatballs and vegetables baked in tomato sauce. This delicious kofte dish is from the Izmir region of Turkey and is widely popular around the country.

    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)

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