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Greek Zucchini Salad (Kolokythosalata)

Helloooo, This Greek Zucchini Salad brings together everything Mediterranean cooking does best.  It has fresh vegetables, simple ingredients, and bright flavors that come together naturally. This version combines slightly crisp zucchini with tomatoes, red onion, potatoes, and hard‑boiled eggs. This time of year, the markets are overflowing with zucchini. Long, […]

Greek potatoes and artichokes, with cherry tomatoes in a round beige bowl, garnished with dill

Greek Potatoes with Artichokes

Hello foodie friends, This Greek potatoes with artichokes recipe is a vegetarian dish packed with rich flavor.  And it’s one of those meals that have fed families for generations. In Greece, we call it Agkinares me patates. Artichokes have a long history in Greek cooking.  Actually, some of the best […]

oven baked chickpeas 2 cooked in a cast iron pan. On the top there is a plate of feta cheese and on the left there is a small bowl of greek olives plus a fork on the right hand side of the pan.

Mediterranean Baked Chickpeas with Spinach – Healthy, Hearty & Easy

  Hey hey, Over the past few years, I’ve watched so many food trends come and go.  Food trends that went from viral bowls to quick hacks and everything in between. And while they’re fun to explore, I found myself craving something familiar, something slow, something real.  That’s when I […]

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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

  Hello there, This Mediterranean Greek Chickpea Salad is always refreshing.  It’s bright, nourishing, and bursting with Mediterranean vibes. And why do I say that? Just look at it, doesn’t it practically seem to wave at you from the bowl? heehehe.  Maybe you would also like to try out this […]

Greek Spanakopita Dip in a small round white bowl. Placed on a wooden board, behind the bowl there are a few pieces of greek pita bread.

Greek Style Spanakopita Dip

Hello there, If there’s one Greek dish that never fails to disappear first at the table, it’s spanakopita. That crispy phyllo, the creamy feta, the spinach, the herbs… And while I will never say no to a proper slice of spanakopita, sometimes you want all those flavors without the rolling […]

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Mediterranean Village Salad

The start of the new year with a healthy Greek Salad! I am reposting it 🙂 Hello there, I am officially done with holiday recipes for this year! I posted my final holiday cake a few days ago, and I just want to say a huge thank you for all […]

This white bean soup was plated in a white bowl. It is cooked in an Instant Pot with celery and carrot chunks and a tomato base.

Instant Pot Bean Soup

Happy Thursday, Almost the end of the week, and a bit chilly outside.  A bowl of this Instant Pot Bean Soup was exactly what we needed.  Also known in every Greek household as fasolada, and this time it was cooked in my secret weapon. Secret? Ha! Not really.  I just […]

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Spinach Feta Mini Rolls

When it comes to Greek flavors, few combinations are as iconic as spinach and feta cheese. It’s like the ultimate foodie combo: feta brings the salty, creamy tang. At the same time, spinach brings freshness and earthiness to this snack. These little Spinach Feta Mini Rolls are a fun twist […]

this banana peanut butter bliss is poured into a tall clear glass and garnished with cinnamon powder

Banana Peanut Butter Bliss

Hey there, So, why am I calling this Banana Peanut Butter Bliss? Well… because there’s Greek yogurt in it. Hehehe. If you’ve been here a while, you know I’ll find any excuse to sprinkle a little Greek flair into my recipes. :). This creamy, dreamy smoothie is my husband’s go-to […]

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 […]