Author: foodzesty

Strawberry smoothie in a tall wine glass.

Strawberry No Sugar Smoothie

Hey there, Strawberry Smoothie is in the house!! This refreshing Strawberry no-sugar smoothie is a creamy, naturally sweet drink that is packed with strawberries, a splash of my favorite milk, and Greek yogurt. Strawberries are slowly making their way into my local market, but they still seem a bit on […]

crushed potatoes in a cast iron surrounded by rosemary and garlic cloves. The cast iron is placed on a blue kitchen towel.

Crunchy Roasted Crushed Potatoes

Hello foodie friends, I’ve been meaning to make this Crunchy, Roasted Crushed Potatoes recipe for a while now.  I’m not sure why it to me so long, but I finally got around to it.  I found potatoes that were about the same size. No, they are not baby potatoes, so […]

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March 25th Greek Independence Day

Hello there, Greek Independence Day is on March 25th a national holiday in Greece that commemorates the country’s declaration of independence from Ottoman rule in 1821. It marks the beginning of the Greek War of Independence, a revolutionary struggle until 1830. The day is celebrated with parades, flag-waving, and traditional […]

A creamy cucumber salad loaded with vegetables and a creamy greek yogurt dressing.

Creamy Cucumber Salad with Yogurt

Hello foodie friends, Looking for a tasty vegetarian salad or dip? This Creamy Cucumber and Greek Yogurt salad made with balsamic vinegar and dill is refreshing and flavorful. The crisp cucumber adds a cool crunch, while the slightly creamy Greek yogurt gives a smooth, rich texture. Adding balsamic vinegar enhances […]

A piece of Greek Walnut Cake on a flower shaped transparent serving dish. In the background there is a baking pan with cake.

Greek Walnut Cake (Karydopita)

Helloooo, This  Greek Walnut Cake (Karydopita) is a dessert that has a rich and aromatic nutty flavor of walnuts, enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon which I love, and cloves. The tender texture comes from the eggs and milk, which keeps the cake moist. The cake is soaked in a […]

this vegetarian mushroom pita pizza is placed on a white backsplash. Mushrooms scattered around the pizza. The mushroom pizza is garnished with fresh dill.

Vegetarian Mushroom Pita Pizza

Hi there everyone!! Mushrooms and dill are my favorite ingredients, and for this Vegetarian Mushroom Pita Pizza, I’ve also added parsley. These herbs bring a savory depth and a fresh, aromatic touch to the pizza, making it even more delicious!  Whether it’s a simple sauté, a hearty soup, or this […]

This a quick avocado dip placed in the center of a serving dish. The dip is in a white bowl and chips are scattered generously around the dip.

Quick Avocado Dip

      Hello there, As we head towards St. Patrick’s Day I wanted to make a quick and festive green appetizer.  I had a few ripe avocados on hand so I made this Quick Avocado Dip that’s so simple you won’t believe it.  This 3-ingredient avocado dip is the […]

frozen mixed vegetables in a pan sauté with butter and minced garlic.

Garlic Herb Butter Vegetable

Hey there, Growing up in a Greek household, fresh or frozen veggies were on the table at each meal.  So, I continued the tradition and I always have fresh vegetables or two bags of frozen vegetables in my freezer. This Garlic Herb Butter Vegetable recipe is a mix of vegetables […]

Honey Lemon Yogurt Dip in a white bowl garnished with chopped dill in the middle. In the background you can find brocolli floret and chopped carrots on a white plate with a checkered kitchen green and white towel.

Honey Lemon Yogurt Dip

Hey there foodie friends, It’s time to start up the BBQ and chop up those fresh vegetables. Veggies and fruits are some of our favorite snacks, but that’s not all, so are dips, especially refreshing dips like this Honey Lemon Yogurt Dip that I am sharing with you.  This is […]

this garlic roasted beetroot salad has chopped lettuce, crumbled feta cheese and a delicious lemon mustard dressing.

Garlic Roasted Beetroot with Feta

Hey there, Are you a fan of beetroot? If so, you will love this Garlic-Roasted Beetroot with Feta cheese salad. It is a healthy, very flavorful, satisfying dish.  March means we are slowly heading into the Spring season,  and of course, salad season, so what better way to kickstart the […]