Mediterranean Cuisine

Mediterranean cuisine combines food cultures from an array of countries located around the Mediterranean sea. These regions often share the use of the same products, herbs, spices and cooking methods. Traditional food recipes from Italy, Spain, Greece and Southern France that share common ingredients are listed in this section of general Mediterranean recipes and cuisines. More country specific recipes can be found in those country cuisine sections.

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Flat Green Bean and Potato Stew

Flat Green Bean and Potato Stew

This flat green bean and potato stew is a simple, comforting dish made with fresh ingredients. The flat green beans, or runner beans and potatoes are simmered in a rich tomato sauce with garlic, onion and warm smoky spices until tender. It's a vegetable stew that is...

Creamy White Bean Dip

Creamy White Bean Dip

If you're looking for a quick and delicious dip recipe packed with Mediterranean flavor, this creamy white bean dip is a must try. You'll make this flavorful dip in just 5 minutes with only a handful of ingredients. Creamy, smooth and zesty, this easy white bean dip...

Savoy Cabbage and Lentil Soup

Savoy Cabbage and Lentil Soup

This Savoy cabbage and lentil soup is a colorful mix of lentils, vegetables and pasta simmered in a delicious broth. It's a satisfying, heartwarming chunky soup that is easy to make and full of aromatic flavors. This makes it perfect for chilly days where it will warm...

Grilled Zucchini Salad with Spelt

Grilled Zucchini Salad with Spelt

This grilled zucchini salad with spelt is a fresh, vibrant and well-balanced dish that is perfect for any occasion. The smoky, charred flavor of grilled zucchini pairs beautifully with nutty spelt, crisp greens, crunchy onion and toasted pine nuts, all...

Spicy White Bean Dip

Spicy White Bean Dip

This spicy white bean dip is a quick, delicious, creamy appetizer that is packed with bold and spicy flavors. You'll make this dip in just 5 minutes with a few simple ingredients. Serve this crowd-pleasing appetizer with crackers, pita chips or fresh vegetables to...

Mediterranean pepper and white bean soup

Mediterranean pepper and white bean soup

This Mediterranean pepper and white bean soup is a delicious, comforting and wholesome dish, filled with robust flavors. Infused with classic Mediterranean ingredients like garlic, olive oil and herbs, this soup is perfect for a light yet filling lunch or dinner,...

Prosciutto Cups with Figs and Feta Cheese

Prosciutto Cups with Figs and Feta Cheese

Crispy prosciutto cups with figs and feta cheese are an elegant, sweet and savory appetizer perfect for dinner parties or holiday gatherings. Baked in the oven, these stuffed prosciutto cups create a delicious bite-sized snack where the natural sweetness of the figs...

Fresh Fig Salad with Feta, Prosciutto and Arugula

Fresh Fig Salad with Feta, Prosciutto and Arugula

This fresh fig salad with feta, prosciutto ham and arugula is a delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors that come together effortlessly. It's quick and easy to make with the freshest of ingredients which are then drizzled with an olive oil and balsamic...

Mussel Vinaigrette Bites

Mussel Vinaigrette Bites

These mussel vinaigrette bites are a fabulous cold appetizer recipe, perfect for any occasion. Succulent mussels are paired with a zesty vinaigrette made from olive oil, vinegar and crispy vegetables like bell pepper, red onion, scallions and tomatoes....

Mediterranean spelt salad with cucumbers & tomatoes

Mediterranean spelt salad with cucumbers & tomatoes

This Mediterranean spelt salad is a vibrant and wholesome dish filled with fresh summer ingredients which are then tossed with a simple olive oil & lemon dressing. The chewy texture and nutty, earthy flavor of the spelt grains combine wonderfully with the...

Cream cheese stuffed mini peppers

Cream cheese stuffed mini peppers

Cream cheese stuffed mini peppers are a vibrant and delicious appetizer. Sweet mini bell peppers are stuffed with a rich and savory creamy filling and are then baked in the oven until the peppers are soft and tender and the cheese golden brown and bubbly. These...

Roasted tomato soup

Roasted tomato soup

Roasted tomato soup is a classic comfort food dish that is so easy to make and bursting with flavor. Combined with fragrant onions, garlic and olive oil, the tomatoes are first slowly roasted in the oven after which they are blended into a velvety puree then simmered...

Roasted Brussels sprouts with balsamic vinegar

Roasted Brussels sprouts with balsamic vinegar

These crispy oven roasted Brussels sprouts with balsamic vinegar are the perfect side dish when you want to serve an explosion of flavors with minimal effort. A great make-ahead meal to serve for a weeknight dinner or for the festive holiday season. The Brussels...

Roasted red pepper hummus

Roasted red pepper hummus

This homemade roasted red pepper hummus recipe is creamy, vibrant and full of smoky, sweet and bold flavors. An irresistible Mediterranean dip that is easy to make and comes together in just 10 minutes. Serve as a luscious appetizer with crackers, pita chips or fresh...

Sweet potato soup with chorizo

Sweet potato soup with chorizo

Sweet potato soup is a vibrant and velvety smooth soup full of comforting flavors. Topped with crispy chorizo, this rich, silky bowl of warm goodness is bursting with layers of taste, all made with minimal effort. While blending, the soup is thickened by its own purée...

Sautéed Garlic Green Beans with Thyme

Sautéed Garlic Green Beans with Thyme

This sautéed garlic green beans recipe is a quick and uncomplicated side dish to prepare. The beans are cooked in olive oil with garlic and a pinch of fresh thyme, bringing out their tender crispiness. The best part of this green beans recipe is you can make it ahead...

Lemon baked whiting with roasted vegetables

Lemon baked whiting with roasted vegetables

This lemon baked whiting recipe is a delicious and easy sheet pan dinner recipe. Baked with a colourful medley of Mediterranean vegetables, this lemon whiting recipe can be served with baked or roasted potatoes or rice for a complete and satisfying meal bursting with...

Creamy pumpkin stew with spinach

Creamy pumpkin stew with spinach

This creamy pumpkin stew with spinach is a delicious one-pot meal packed with vegetables cooked to perfection in a broth. Fork-tender pumpkin, wilted spinach and mild zucchini are stewed with aromatics and warm spices which are then thickened with Greek yoghurt...

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