Author: foodzesty

This Rustic Red Pepper Dip is made with Greek Florinis peppers, and herbs. Plated in a white bowl and in the background there are a few green peppers.

Rustic Red Pepper Dip

Hey there foodie friends, How is everyone doing? Are you searching for dip recipes?  If you are seeking a smooth-textured kind of dip, well, sorry to disappoint you, but this recipe is not it. This Rustic Red Pepper Dip recipe is chunky textured and full of delicious flavors. Roasted red […]

Grilled Greek Port Souvlaki on pita breads with a slice of lemon placed on top of the port souvlaki skewers. Tomatoes and sliced red onions placed on the left side of the dish.

Grilled Greek Pork Souvlaki

Hey there, fellow foodies friends, If summer in Greece had a scent, it would be the smoky aroma of souvlaki sizzling on a charcoal grill. Take this Grilled Greek Pork Souvlaki recipe for example.  Whether you’re on a beach, in the mountains, or just hanging out on a balcony in […]

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Happy Good Month – Kalo Mina

Hello, my lovely friends, Although I don’t live in Greece, I’ve held onto this little tradition of posting Kalo Mina for the past six years, and I’m keeping it going! So from my kitchen to yours, I’m wishing you a Καλό μήνα – Good Month!    With Summer just around […]

Greek Antichoke Dip Meze spread on a toasted slice of bageutte bread and garnished with parsley. There ar three slices of this greek meze.

Greek Artichoke Dip Meze

Hello everyone, Spring and summer are meze season, Greek mezedes, to be exact.  So, here is another delicious and yum yum Greek Artichoke Dip Meze.  Longer days, sunnier skies, and any excuse to lay out a table.  A table full of small plates, fresh flavors, and, of course, good company. […]

The Savory Orzo Mushroom bowl in a white round bowl. Orzo with tomato sauce, red pepper and portobello mushrooms.

Savory Orzo Mushroom Bowl

Hey foodie friends, Mushrooms, mushrooms, and more mushrooms love’em!   If you’re anything like me, you can’t resist a savory, earthy mushroom dish, especially when it comes together in one cozy bowl. This Savory Orzo Mushroom Bowl is everything I want in a quick, comforting meal: tender orzo, loads of sautéed […]

Whipped Feta Party Bites on toasted baguette slices. Topped with roasted vibrant mini peppers. There are four slices of these delicious appetizers in the shot. Yello, green and rd peppers.

Whipped Feta Party Bites

Hey foodie friends, So, I’m back with another feta recipe. But this time it’s Whipped Feta Party Bites, which are the ultimate party treats.  These bites are creamy, tangy, and addictive.  These are the kind of bites you make when you want to look like you spent hours in the […]

This Cold Greek Lentil Salad is vibrant and full of flavors. Fresh spring onions, cherry tomatoes and roasted peppers makes this a delicious surprise. All placed in a white round serving bowl.

Cold Greek Lentil Salad

Hey there, Lentil fan or not?  Okay, if you are, I will say this: lentils don’t get the love they deserve.   Sure, we have a bunch of lentil variations but let’s be honest for a sec… how often do you cook with lentils? I mean, they’re always there, sitting patiently […]

This Weeknight Greek Pasta dish is made with Greek Florinis Peppers sauce. Cook and sautéed in a large pan. Garnished with a little dill.

Weeknight Greek Pasta Dish

Hey there, Looking for a pasta dinner idea? Here is a Weeknight Greek Pasta Dish. Red Pepper Pasta.  This pasta dish is a little smoky, creamy, and flavorful thanks to those gorgeous red Florina peppers (you know the sweet Greek ones!). I blended them into a smooth, velvety sauce with […]

This Spanakorizo (Spinach and Rice Recipe) dish is placed on a white plate with a slice of lemon on the right. There are three Greek wheat crackers on the top pleft side. The backsplash is white.

Spanakorizo (Spinach Rice Recipe)

Hello everyone, I hope you are doing well. Spanakorizo (Spinach and Rice Recipe)  is a big-time favorite in my house. It’s one of those Greek comfort foods that never lets you down. It has simple ingredients and loads of flavor, and it tastes even better the next day (if there […]

This traditional Greek Tzatiki dip is placed in a small white bowl garnished with olive oil and dill. On the top left hand side is a cucumber cut in half with a garlic clove and dill. On the top right hand side there is a bottle of olive oil and in the middle there are small pita bread. One is whole and the other one is cut into small triangle pieces. Placed on parchment paper.

Traditional Greek Tzatziki Dip

Hello, Let’s get one thing straight, I love Greek food, I do… but tzatziki? Ehhh, it’s not my jam. I know, I know, why not blahh blahhh blahhh, because it’s too much garlic!  That being said, I do make a mean tzatziki. But this time it’s the Traditional Greek Tzatziki […]