These Mediterranean-inspired recipes bring bright, fresh flavors to your table. Featuring olive oil, herbs, grains, and vibrant produce, each dish captures the warmth and simplicity of coastal cooking. Light yet satisfying, they’re perfect for when you want to eat well and feel transported with every bite.

Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Four Mediterranean Tuna Salad stuffed avocados on a white plate.
Mediterranean Tuna Salad. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

This Mediterranean Tuna Salad transforms a simple can of tuna into something vibrant and full of flavor. Tossed with fresh ingredients and zesty seasoning, it’s perfect for wraps, greens, or enjoying by the spoonful. Light yet satisfying, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll keep coming back to.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Roasted Carrot Hummus

A bowl of Roasted Carrot Hummus garnished with chopped cilantro, placed on a white plate with a silver spoon on the side.
Roasted Carrot Hummus. Photo credit: The Bite Stuff.

Roasting the carrots adds a deep, natural sweetness that makes this hummus stand out. It’s creamy, colorful, and full of earthy flavor. Whether served as a dip or spread, it brings a beautiful twist to the classic hummus everyone loves.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Carrot Hummus

Halloumi Fries

Halloumi fries with dill dip on a plate.
Halloumi Fries. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These golden, crispy Halloumi Fries are oven-baked for a lighter yet irresistibly cheesy bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re perfect as a quick snack, appetizer, or side. Each piece delivers that perfect salty crunch that keeps you reaching for more.
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Shirazi Salad

A white bowl filled with chopped salad—cucumber, tomato, red onion, and herbs—offers a sunny escape into Mediterranean cuisine. A spoon is in the bowl, with fresh parsley, a lime, and a yellow towel nearby.
Shirazi Salad. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Fresh, crisp, and bursting with flavor, Shirazi Salad is a refreshing mix of cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs. It’s light yet tangy, making it the perfect side to any Mediterranean-inspired meal. Simple ingredients, big flavor, and total freshness in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Shirazi Salad

Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp

Three metal skewers with grilled shrimp garnished with herbs are arranged on a white plate with lemon wedges on the side, capturing the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine for a sunny escape at your table.
Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

These Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp are marinated in olive oil, lemon, and herbs for a bright, smoky flavor. Grilled to perfection, they’re juicy, aromatic, and ideal for pairing with salad, rice, or flatbread. It’s a quick, flavorful dish that feels like a seaside escape.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp

Beef Kafta

Beef Kafta on a plate with veggies.
Beef Kafta. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This Lebanese-style Beef Kafta is rich with Middle Eastern spices and perfectly juicy when grilled. Traditionally shaped into kabobs, it’s best served with rice, salad, and a touch of feta or hummus. A simple yet bold dish that brings authentic Mediterranean flair to your table.
Get the Recipe: Beef Kafta

Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Shrimp

A bowl of Mediterranean orzo salad on a black plate.
Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Shrimp. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Shrimp is a fresh, zesty dish loaded with vibrant flavors. Tender shrimp and orzo combine with crisp vegetables, olives, and feta for a balanced, hearty meal. It’s light, colorful, and perfect for warm-weather dining.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Shrimp

The Best Baked Feta Recipe

The Best Baked Feta Recipe. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This Baked Feta dish is everything you love about Mediterranean flavor—creamy, salty, and aromatic. Feta cheese is baked with olive oil, Kalamata olives, and fresh herbs for a rich, irresistible bite. It’s perfect as a dip, spread, or centerpiece for your mezze platter.
Get the Recipe: The Best Baked Feta Recipe

Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta

Lemon pasta with spinach, feta and cherry tomatoes in a bowl.
Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This easy Mediterranean-inspired pasta blends lemon, spinach, and feta for a bright, refreshing meal. It’s light but flavorful, perfect for a quick vegetarian dinner. Add your favorite protein to make it even heartier while keeping that tangy, creamy balance.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta

Vegan Roasted Pumpkin Hummus

Vegan Roasted Pumpkin Hummus. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

This roasted pumpkin hummus is smooth, slightly sweet, and packed with autumn-inspired Mediterranean flavor. The roasted pumpkin adds a velvety texture that pairs perfectly with warm pita or crisp veggies. It’s a beautiful, vegan-friendly dip that feels cozy yet bright.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Roasted Pumpkin Hummus

Mediterranean Grain Bowl

Two grain bowls are shown on a white marble counter with forks, a red linen, dill, and a lemon.
Mediterranean Grain Bowl. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

A nourishing mix of grains, veggies, and Mediterranean flavors, this bowl is as colorful as it is satisfying. It’s fresh, hearty, and comes together in about 10 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights. Each bite bursts with brightness from herbs, lemon, and olive oil.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Grain Bowl

Beet Salad with Feta

Beet Salad with Feta. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Sweet roasted beets and tangy feta make this salad both vibrant and flavorful. It’s simple to prepare yet elegant enough for entertaining. Enjoy it as a side, starter, or light main that highlights Mediterranean freshness.
Get the Recipe: Beet Salad with Feta

Scrumptious Blistered Tomatoes

Scrumptious Blistered Tomatoes. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Blistered tomatoes add a gourmet touch to any dish with their juicy, caramelized flavor. Quickly sautéed with garlic, herbs, and olive oil, they make a stunning appetizer or side. Simple to make but bursting with freshness, they elevate any meal.
Get the Recipe: Scrumptious Blistered Tomatoes

Efi’s Baklava

Efi’s Baklava. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Efi’s Baklava is a rich, flaky Greek classic layered with walnuts, warm spices, and golden syrup. Each bite is perfectly crisp, sweet, and aromatic. It’s an indulgent dessert that captures the essence of Mediterranean tradition.
Get the Recipe: Efi’s Baklava

10-Minute Oregano Pesto Recipe

10-Minute Oregano Pesto Recipe. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This oregano pesto is a bold, aromatic twist on the traditional basil version. Made in just 10 minutes, it delivers earthy, herbal depth to pasta, sandwiches, or grilled vegetables. Fresh, fragrant, and full of Mediterranean flair.
Get the Recipe: 10-Minute Oregano Pesto Recipe

Green Pea Hummus with Mint

A bowl of Green Pea Hummus with Mint, topped with sliced radishes, green peas, mint leaves, and black pepper, with lemon, cucumber, chips, and radishes on the side.
Green Pea Hummus with Mint. Photo credit: The Bite Stuff.

A refreshing spin on classic hummus, this version blends sweet green peas with cool mint for a bright, vibrant dip. It’s smooth, light, and beautifully green—perfect for spreading, dipping, or adding a pop of color to any table.
Get the Recipe: Green Pea Hummus with Mint

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