Now that summer is upon us, we’re looking towards the Mediterranean for meal planning inspiration.
Mediterranean cuisine is all about celebrating fresh, in-season ingredients and enjoying them at your leisure in good company. This season why not try one (or all) of our 13 favorite Mediterranean recipes to get in the spirit of “la dolce vita?”
This refreshing but filling salad features all the Mediterranean musts, like ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and plenty of feta cheese. Ideal as a side dish or midday snack at any time.
Once you start making your own personalized hummus, be it classic style, garlic or pepper, along with your own crispy pita chips, you’ll find it hard to go back to store-bought.
These delicious DIY gyros are a breeze to prepare and easy to serve, making them a perfect picnic or cookout companion dish.
The traditional Greek spanakopita gets a fun Mexican spin with these summer-friendly quesadillas featuring spinach, feta, and green onions.
Give your standard cobb salad a Mediterranean boost with this hearty, flavorful twist. Packed with all kinds of goodies, from falafel, feta, and cucumber to avocado and bacon, this is one salad you might just want to enjoy year-round.
Great for snacking, serving with cocktails, or as an addition to your next outdoor gathering, these tasty broad bean and feta cheese toasts are super easy to make–which might be for the best, considering they won’t last long!
Stuffed with feta, panko crumbs, tomatoes, and plenty of herbs, these hearty Sicilian-inspired zucchini boats are sure to make a splash at the dinner table.
Skip delivery and opt for this mouthwatering phyllo-crust pizza, topped with mushrooms, garlic, tomato, and mozzarella.
Calamari is an inexpensive and extremely versatile star ingredient, and this dinner party-worthy Moroccan couscous delivers big on flavor without breaking your budget.
This zesty lemon pasta is a warm weather must, and can be served with spaghetti, bucatini, or other choice of pasta.
For a truly authentic Mediterranean meal, these rosemary-thyme lamp chops are the real deal. Low-hassle to make and great for barbecues and family gatherings, these are sure to become a much-loved mealtime regular.
Sautéed shrimp, tomatoes, and bacon topped with feta cheese make for a meal you and your guests won’t soon forget.
These show-stopping fusion spring rolls, featuring eggplant, cucumber, tahini, and pomegranate seeds, are a feast for both the eyes and palate. Perfect as a party dish, meal addition, or summertime snack, you’ll be amazed at how easy these are to prepare.
