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10 Easy Mediterranean Diet Recipes That Are Bursting with Flavor

August 31, 2024 by Sara Lehman Leave a Comment

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The Mediterranean Diet is one of the most common diets that people love to embrace. It’s easy and yummy, and there are so many great foods that you can make that are healthy for you.

I love eating all kinds of Mediterranean foods and these recipes are no different!

Baba Ganoush


A pita triangle with baba ganoush.
Photo Credit: To Simply Inspire.

This roasted eggplant spread is so good that you will want to make a double batch to satisfy everyone’s cravings. Serve this as a starter, a side or a snack. It is rich, creamy and has the best garlicky flavor.

Get the recipe: Baba ganoush.

Mediterranean Salmon Salad Bowls

A salad with olives, feta, salmon, tomatoes and greens.
Photo Credit: A Cedar Spoon.

Fresh salad with salmon, olives, leafy greens and a tasty lemon and olive oil dressing makes a wonderful and easy meal option. You will love the blend of fresh and salty flavors in this dish, and want to make it on repeat.

Get the recipe: Mediterranean  salmon salad bowls.

Baked Steelhead Trout

A platter of trout and cucumber salad.
Photo Credit: Weekday Pescatarian. 

This is such an easy way to make flaky and flavorful trout! Wrap it in foil and season it with everything bagel seasoning for a delicious dinner. This fish is wonderful served over a salad of cucumbers and tzatziki sauce.

Get the recipe: Baked steelhead trout.

Antipasto Salad

A bowl of antipasto ingredients with two wooden spoons.
Photo Credit: xoxo Bella.

You are going to love this easy antipasto salad. It has chunks of salami, peppers, olives, tomatoes, artichoke hearts and cheese for a medley of savory flavors that compliment each other perfectly. This is a great meal option for those nights that it is too hot to cook as it is served cold and is sure to satisfy.

Get the recipe: Antipasto salad.

Mediterranean Cucumber and Tomato Salad

A plate of cucumber, tomato, peppers, onions and olives.
Photo Credit: The Gifted Gabber.

Sometimes the simple dishes are the best, and this cucumber and tomato salad is no exception. It comes together in just a few moments, needs only a few ingredients, and pairs well with so many dishes. It also makes a good meal prep option for your lunches during the week.

Get the recipe: Mediterranean cucumber tomato salad.

Hummus Vegetable Flatbreads

A flatbread topped with hummus and veggies cut into three sections.
Photo Credit: Veggie Inspired.

These flatbreads are so easy to make and have fresh Mediterranean flavor in each bite. You only need a few simple ingredients like hummus, tomatoes and herbs to make them, but you can add all of your favorite veggies, feta cheese and even some pine nuts if you like.

Get the recipe: Hummus vegetable flatbreads.

Tomato Cucumber Couscous Salad

A bowl of cucumber, couscous and tomato salad.
Photo Credit: Craving Something Healthy.

This easy salad only needs a few ingredients like cucumbers, tomatoes and couscous. It is tossed in a simple apple cider vinegar, lemon and olive oil dressing to make a dish that is ready in under 20 minutes and works as a side, or the main course.

Get the recipe: tomato cucumber couscous salad.

Sheet Pan Greek Salmon and Veggies

A filet of salmon over a bed of greens with greek veggies.
Photo Credit: Mary’s Whole Life.

This sheet pan recipe makes the ultimate weeknight meal. It cooks in under 35 minutes to make a colorful, healthy dish that the whole family will enjoy, and it is loaded with Greek flavors. Serve the salmon and vegetables over a bed of leafy greens.

Get the recipe: Sheet pan Greek salmon and veggies.

Feta Cheese Salad

A bed of cucumbers, tomatoes and feta cheese.
Photo Credit: The Spelt Kitchen.

You can’t go wrong with this simple feta salad. It needs only a few ingredients like lettuce, tomato, feta and cucumber and uses a yummy and easy homemade dressing. You will dig the tangy flavor paired with the crunch of the Greek vegetables.

Get the recipe: Feta cheese salad.

Charred Corn Couscous Salad

A spoonful of corn and couscous salad.
Photo Credit: Chenee Today.

This couscous salad is bursting with great flavors. It uses charred corn, cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, for a flavorful vegan salad that everyone will want to try. It works as a side or the main course. This is a great option to take to a party this summer as it can feed a crowd and will be a welcome change of pace from pasta salads and coleslaw.

Get the recipe: Charred corn couscous salad.

25 SAVORY DISHES FOR PICKLE LOVERS

Man holding refrigerator cucumber pickles in a jar outdoors.
Image Credit: Suzanne Tucker/Shutterstock.

Ok… who loves pickles?

Or rather… who doesn’t love pickles?

If you do love pickles then you should look through these recipes and see which one of these pickle recipes will satisfy your pickle cravings.

These are the best recipes for pickle lovers!

25 Savory Dishes for Pickle Lovers

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