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39 Mediterranean Diet Recipes That Will Keep You Coming Back for More

February 12, 2025 by Donna Dizon Leave a Comment

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Want to try to improve your eating habits?

Many people like to try the Mediterranean diet. The food is also particularly delicious, so it’s fun to eat whether or not you are committing to the whole diet or lifestyle. These Mediterranean diet recipes are yummy and healthy and will keep you coming back for more.

Trust me! Try some of these Mediterranean diet recipes and see how good they are!

Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp With Tomatoes & Feta)

Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Tomatoes & Feta).

This classic Greek dish has some incredible flavors, with plump shrimp in a garlicky, savory tomato sauce and salty feta cheese!

Get the Recipe: Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Tomatoes & Feta)

Whipped Ricotta Dip

Whipped Ricotta Dip.

Image Credit: Little Nonni.

This whipped ricotta dip is creamy, fresh, and delicious! With rich ricotta, zesty lemon, and an herb-infused honey drizzle, this dip is bursting with flavor. It’s easy to make in just 10 minutes, and it’s perfect for a party appetizer or anytime you’re craving a satisfying snack!

Get the Recipe: Whipped Ricotta Dip

Easy Edamame Hummus

Easy Edamame Hummus.

Image Credit: Carrots and Cookies.

This easy Edamame Hummus recipe is made with simple ingredients in 10 minutes.  This hummus recipe is light green and easy enough to make on busy weekdays while fancy enough to serve as part of a fancy crudité platter.

Get the Recipe: Easy Edamame Hummus

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Barley Soup

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Barley Soup.

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This hearty, chunky slow cooker chicken and barley soup is so tasty and satisfying. It’s cooked with pearl barley, adding a lovely chewy texture to the delicious broth. It’s also incredibly easy to make using the slow cooker.

Get the Recipe: Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Barley Soup

Kale Soup with Potatoes and Shiitake Mushrooms 

Kale soup with potatoes and shiitake mushrooms (vegan caldo verde).

Image Credit: Cook Me Free.

Caldo Verde is a comforting Portuguese soup made with Portuguese cabbage (which is very similar to kale). The base is a simple yet satisfying mix of creamy potatoes cooked in a rich, flavorful onion and garlic broth. These rustic, homey flavors bring warmth to every spoonful.

Get the Recipe: Kale soup with potatoes and shiitake mushrooms 

Heart Healthy Mediterranean Vegetable Lentil Soup

Heart Healthy Mediterranean Vegetable Lentil Soup.

Image Credit: Craving Something Healthy.

This heart-healthy Mediterranean vegetable lentil soup is jam-packed with nine types of vegetables and lentils and is super filling and healthy. 

Get the Recipe: Heart-Healthy Mediterranean Vegetable Lentil Soup

Easy Mediterranean Vegan Bean Salad Recipe

Easy Mediterranean Vegan Bean Salad Recipe.

Image Credit: The Sunshine Pantry.

This Mediterranean Vegan Bean Salad recipe is filled with fresh veggies and beans and has a tangy mustard dressing. It’s ready in less than 10 minutes and is perfect for summer picnics or a healthy lunch or BBQ side dish. Unsurprisingly, it’s one of our favorite vegan bean salad recipes!

Get the Recipe: Easy Mediterranean Vegan Bean Salad Recipe

Spring Salad With Chicken and Lemon Dressing

Spring Salad with Chicken and Lemon Dressing.

Image Credit: Style and Grace.

This vibrant salad is full of the good-for-you, in-season produce arriving on store shelves now. Crisp Romaine lettuce, tender asparagus, sweet peas, and refreshing cucumber make a fresh green base for tender roasted chicken, cooling mint leaves, and salty feta cheese. Drizzle it all with the most delicious lemon dressing for a satisfying and elegant meal.

Get the Recipe: Spring Salad with Chicken and Lemon Dressing

Greek Pronghorn (Antelope) Steak Salad

Greek Pronghorn (Antelope) Steak Salad.

Image Credit: Peak to Plate.

This Greek steak salad combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, zesty red onion, and perfectly cooked antelope steak for a hearty twist on the classic Greek salad. The simple dressing highlights the fresh ingredients, creating a balanced blend of bright, zesty flavors and savory richness in every bite.

Get the Recipe: Greek Pronghorn (Antelope) Steak Salad

Baked Sardines

Baked Sardines.

Image Credit: My Gorgeous Recipes.

These Baked Fresh Sardines are perfectly seasoned with lemon and herbs and a good helping of olive oil, making it a light and delicious, incredibly nutritious meal. The sardines are baked whole, need very little prep, and are on the table in under 30 minutes. It’s a quick, easy, family-friendly recipe with a Mediterranean touch.

Get the Recipe: Baked Sardines

Mediterranean Zucchini Stew With Tomatoes

Mediterranean Zucchini Stew With Tomatoes.

Image Credit: Eat your Beets.

Cozy up with a bowl of Zucchini Stew, a hearty, veggie-packed dish bursting with flavor! Tender zucchini, vibrant vegetables, and a savory broth come together for a comforting Mediterranean meal that’s as wholesome as delicious. 

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Zucchini Stew With Tomatoes

Mediterranean Kale Salad

Mediterranean Kale Salad.

Image Credit: The Healthy Epicurean.

You’ve never had a Mediterranean kale salad like this one! Make it with big, bold, and briny olives, sweet tomatoes, salty feta, and crisp cucumber. Make this the perfect summer evening meal!

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Kale Salad

Mediterranean Arugula Quinoa Salad

Mediterranean Arugula Quinoa Salad.

Image Credit: Flavorful Eats.

Flavor-packed Mediterranean ingredients like kalamata olives and feta cheese combined with arugula, chickpeas, and quinoa, all tossed in a homemade sun-dried tomato vinaigrette, make Mediterranean Arugula Quinoa Salad a delectable, healthy salad that’s a perfect summertime meal or fresh side dish.

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Arugula Quinoa Salad

Easy Mediterranean Bean Salad Recipe

Easy Mediterranean Bean Salad Recipe.

Image Credit: Happi Homemade.

This Mediterranean Bean Salad combines three different beans, fresh veggies, creamy cheese, and a sweet and tangy dressing. It’s quick and easy to make so it’s the perfect side dish or main course for summer!

Get the Recipe: Easy Mediterranean Bean Salad Recipe

Italian Bean Salad With Cannellini Beans & Chickpeas

Italian Bean Salad with Cannellini Beans & Chickpeas.

Image Credit: The Savory Cipolla.

This Italian Bean Salad combines cannellini beans, chickpeas, fresh cherry tomatoes, and diced red onion tossed in a tangy homemade dressing. This salad recipe is refreshing and delicious, perfect for a light lunch or a tasty side.

Get the Recipe: Italian Bean Salad with Cannellini Beans & Chickpeas

The Best Greek Chicken Marinade

The Best Greek Chicken Marinade.

Image Credit: The Forked Spoon.

This easy and delicious Greek Chicken Marinade brings all the classic Greek flavors to your kitchen table. Made with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, this chicken marinade takes just minutes to whip together and calls for only a handful of fresh and healthy ingredients.

Get the Recipe: The Best Greek Chicken Marinade

Italian Meatball Salad 

Italian Meatball Salad With A Simple Dressing.

Image Credit: My Chef’s Apron.

This Italian meatball salad is a great way to turn leftover meatballs into a new dish. It all comes together in 10 minutes, and it’s a low-carb, high-flavor meal that’s so easy to prepare.

Get the Recipe: Italian Meatball Salad 

Greek Shrimp Bowls With Quinoa

Greek Shrimp Bowls with Quinoa.

Image Credit: Avocado Skillet.

This Greek Shrimp Bowl with Quinoa is a delicious summer recipe. This recipe is easy to make and ready in less than 30 minutes. It is naturally gluten-free and pescatarian and can easily be made dairy-free.

Get the Recipe: Greek Shrimp Bowls with Quinoa

Chili Lime Quinoa Salad With Kale & Roasted Chickpeas

Chili Lime Quinoa Salad with Kale & Roasted Chickpeas.

Image Credit: Beet of the Wild.

This crowd-pleasing Quinoa Salad with massaged kale, roasted Chickpeas, and a homemade Chili Lime Dressing is the perfect make-ahead meal or potluck side!

Get the Recipe: Chili Lime Quinoa Salad with Kale & Roasted Chickpeas

Branzino Recipe

Branzino Recipe.

Image Credit: Chew Out Loud.

This is the best branzino recipe with lemon butter sauce. With just a handful of ingredients and 20 minutes, you’ll have flakey, delicious fish that tastes gourmet. It pairs well with all your favorite sides!

Get the Recipe: Branzino Recipe

Easy Halloumi Salad Recipe

Easy Halloumi Salad Recipe.

Image Credit: Dizzy Busy and Hungry.

This quick and easy Halloumi Salad recipe is a delicious and elegant dish featuring salty cheese and roasted vegetables. With a tangy dressing, the flavors in this recipe are unique and distinctly Mediterranean. Best of all, everything cooks on one sheet pan for simple prep and fast clean up!

Get the Recipe: Easy Halloumi Salad Recipe

Mediterranean Layered Dip

Mediterranean Layered Dip.

Image Credit: The Fresh Cooky.

This is a must-have recipe in your appetizer collection. This Mediterranean or Greek Layered Dip comes together in minutes. It’s fresh, easy, flavorful, healthy, and delicious.

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Layered Dip

Mediterranean Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Mediterranean Brussels Sprouts Recipe.

Image Credit: Healing Tomato.

These Mediterranean Brussels Sprouts are a healthy, low-carb, delicious side dish. Kalamata olives and sun-dried tomatoes are a very keto-friendly holiday side dish or light lunch. This will become your whole family’s favorite way to cook them.

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod.

Image Credit: Xoxo Bella.

You’ve got to try this insanely delicious sheet pan Mediterranean cod recipe for flaky, perfectly cooked cod filets. This quick meal has classic Greek ingredients that you will love. Briny olives and capers get paired with fresh lemon and creamy feta cheese for a crave-worthy result. If you are after a clean-eating, light recipe, this Mediterranean-baked cod is the one to try. 

Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod

One Pot Vegetarian Chili

One Pot Vegetarian Chili.

Image Credit: Simply Baking.

This One Pot Vegetarian Chili is made with kidney beans, pasta, and corn. This recipe is super flavorful, makes for a delicious vegetarian dinner and great for meal prep!

Get the Recipe: One Pot Vegetarian Chili

Mediterranean Lentil Soup

Mediterranean Lentil Soup.

Image Credit: Living Lou.

Make a delicious homemade vegetarian Mediterranean lentil soup with green lentils flavored with cumin and coriander. It’s filling, cozy, and healthy!

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Lentil Soup

Greek Quinoa Salad

Greek Quinoa Salad.

Image Credit: Mae’s Menu.

This Greek quinoa salad is savory, herby, and crunchy—the perfect easy recipe for warm summer months. Bring it to your next barbecue or cookout, or make it for meal prep this week!

Get the Recipe: Greek Quinoa Salad

Mediterranean Baked White Fish

Mediterranean Baked White Fish (Easy Recipe).

Image Credit: Basics with Bails.

Enjoy this easy Mediterranean Baked White Fish with fresh flavors from lemon, garlic, and herbs. A quick, healthy dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes!

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Baked White Fish (Easy Recipe)

Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea Salad Recipe

Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea Salad Recipe.

Image Credit: Veg Buffet.

This Moroccan Chickpea Salad is packed with Moroccan spices, crunchy pistachios, sweetened with dates, drizzled with olive oil, and nutty chickpeas. This hearty salad is full of deliciousness. It’s a simple yet amazing recipe that can be made ahead of time for meal prep and is perfect for a light lunch or dinner!

Get the Recipe: Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea Salad Recipe

Mediterranean Fish Soup With Shrimp & Mussels

Mediterranean Fish Soup with Shrimp & Mussels.

Image Credit: Chef’s Pencil.

This Mediterranean fish soup is the perfect comfort food for any time of year, making it an excellent choice for a light yet satisfying meal.

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Fish Soup with Shrimp & Mussels

Watermelon Cucumber Salad With Basil and Feta

Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Basil and Feta.

Image Credit: Green Heart Love.

This sweet and savory Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Basil is juicy, refreshing, and perfect for summer. The sweetness of the watermelon complements the creamy feta cheese (vegan), while the basil gives it a subtle kick that makes each bite interesting.

Get the Recipe: Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Basil and Feta

Mediterranean Tomato Soup With Feta

Mediterranean Tomato Soup with Feta.

Image Credit: Sunglow Kitchen.

You can make this Mediterranean Tomato Soup with Feta in just 30 minutes! Enjoy it with homemade provolone grilled cheese on the side for the perfect cozy lunch or dinner!

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Tomato Soup with Feta

Air Fryer Gnocchi With Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables

Air Fryer Gnocchi (with Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables).

Image Credit: Athlete Lunch Box.

This air-fried gnocchi recipe combines golden, crispy gnocchi with tender Mediterranean vegetables like eggplant, capsicum, and zucchini. It’s topped with the delicious Maple Balsamic Dressing and a touch of feta. It makes a quick, easy meal bursting with flavor and is perfect for any day of the week!

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Gnocchi (with Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables)

Penne Pomodoro Recipe 

Penne Pomodoro Recipe (easy tomato basil pasta)..

Image Credit: The Pasta Project.

Penne Pomodoro or Penne al Pomodoro is a classic Italian recipe loved by kids and adults alike. All you need is a handful of simple ingredients and around 30 minutes to have this easy tomato-basil pasta recipe on the table. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and family meals.

Get the Recipe: Penne Pomodoro Recipe 

Gluten-Free Pasta Fagioli

Gluten Free Pasta Fagioli.

Image Credit: Eat Fresh Glow.

This Gluten-Free Pasta Fagioli is a wholesome twist on the traditional Italian soup. It’s a rich broth with a hearty and satisfying texture. It’s easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.

Get the Recipe: Gluten-Free Pasta Fagioli

Mediterranean Bean Salad With Zucchini

Mediterranean Bean Salad with Zucchini.

Image Credit: Little Nomad’s Recipes.

This Mediterranean Bean Salad has grilled garlicky zucchini, white beans, red quinoa, cherry tomatoes, feta, olives, and a lemon-olive oil dressing; this vibrant salad is perfect for lunch or a side dish.

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Bean Salad with Zucchini

Easy Greek Pasta Salad

Easy Greek Pasta Salad.

Image Credit: The Foodolic.

This is an easy-breezy Greek Pasta Salad is a crowd-pleaser! This version contains a mix of cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, onions, onion sprouts, and feta cheese for a colorful bowl!

Get the Recipe: Easy Greek Pasta Salad

Slow Cooker Kleftiko

Slow Cooker Kleftiko.

Image Credit: We Eat At Last.

Kleftiko is a traditional Greek lamb dish known for producing tender and flavorful lamb. Traditionally cooked in a clay oven or a heavy-based pot, this easy kleftiko recipe uses the slow cooker.

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Kleftiko

Easy Vegan Three Bean Mediterranean Salad

Easy Vegan Three Bean Mediterranean Salad.

Image Credit: Happy and Wholesome Mommy.

Once you try this vegan Mediterranean-inspired 3-bean vegan salad, you’ll love its texture, heartiness, and flavor. It’s easy to make and perfect for meal prepping. If you like beans and fresh food, you love this salad with a Mediterranean flair.

Get the Recipe: Easy Vegan Three Bean Mediterranean Salad

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