48 Mediterranean Recipes Bursting with the Flavors of the Region

Mediterranean food is always a good idea. From light orzo salads to sweet baklava, these Mediterranean recipes will transport you to the seaside.

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The Mediterranean is rife with recipe inspiration. With so many seas, straits, islands and countries comprising this part of the world, freshly-grown ingredients are aplenty. You’ll find pastas from Italy and gyros from Greece. Herbaceous salads from Levantine lands and decadent desserts from the Middle East.

Because Mediterranean recipes rely so heavily on quality olive oil, you’ll want to invest in real olive oil vs. the fake stuff. It also wouldn’t hurt to check your spice rack for the essentials like cumin, oregano, parsley, rosemary, sumac and za’atar. Once you have all the right ingredients, you can mix and match them in all these recipes.

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Feta Shrimp Skillet

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I tried a dish similar to this on our honeymoon in Greece. I re-created the flavors in this recipe when we got home. When I make it now, it brings back wonderful memories. —Sonali Ruder, New York, New York

Quick skillet meals will always grab our attention on busy weeknights, and this saucy feta shrimp version employs the beloved flavors of Greece without having to travel for them. You can serve it over rice or pasta, but zucchini noodles and spaghetti squash would also make delicious—and low-carb—bases.

Making a gyro at home is similar to making a meat loaf. You combine the ground lamb and beef in a food processor to create a sort of paste, which is then baked, weighed down and sliced. For the final step, sear the pieces to achieve a crispy outer layer like a rotisserie gyro. The melt-in-your-mouth meat can be used for salads and pitas.

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Best Hummus

Total Time 45 min
Servings 1-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Hummus is my go-to appetizer when I need something quick, easy and impressive. Over the years I've picked up a number of tricks that make this the best hummus recipe you'll ever have. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin

If there’s one dip you should know how to whip up whenever guests arrive, it’s hummus. Although great on its own, there are infinite toppings you can add to switch up the texture and flavor. We love toasted chickpeas, a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sumac, but there are plenty of ways to make hummus taste better.

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Chicken Souvlaki Pitas

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This is a favorite at our house, especially in summer. A quick trip to the market for a few ingredients results in gourmet-style Greek sandwiches that we often enjoy outdoors by the grill. Of course, a simple Greek salad on the side is a nice addition. —Becky Drees, Pittsfield, Massachusetts

All you need is a few ingredients for these gourmet Greek sandwiches that taste best with kabob-style grilled chicken. Of course, a simple Greek salad on the side is a nice addition, or you could turn your chicken souvlaki into a gyro salad with tzatziki dressing.

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Spanakopita

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I love having appetizers on hand in the freezer, especially when the holiday season is fast approaching. This easy spanakopita recipe is one of my all-time favorites. Everyone loves them, they're easy to prep and they bake up in about 20 minutes. —Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta

A classic Greek appetizer, these triangular pockets are filled with a mixture of frozen spinach, feta-cream cheese, onion and fresh dill. Then, they’re baked until golden brown, around 12 to 15 minutes. Pro tip: Keep a batch on hand in the freezer, especially when holidays are approaching.

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Herb-Roasted Olives & Tomatoes

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Eat these roasted veggies with a crunchy baguette or a couple of cheeses. You can also double, or triple, the amounts and have leftovers to toss with spaghetti the next day. —Anndrea Bailey, Huntington Beach, California

For a new take on briny, marinated olives, try roasting them with garlic cloves and tomatoes. Some olive oil and a jar of herbes de Provence will put you in business, and you can also double or triple the measurements and have leftovers to toss with spaghetti the next day.

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Mediterranean Tilapia

Total Time 20 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I recently became a fan of tilapia. The mild taste makes it easy to top with our favorite ingredients. And it’s low in calories and fat. What’s not to love? —Robin Brenneman, Hilliard, Ohio

Even the most diehard carnivores will become fast fans of this mild tilapia dish that’s easy to top with your favorite ingredients. Plus, it’s low in calories and fat—what’s not to love about that?

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Greek Salad Dressing

Total Time 5 min
Servings 3/4 cup
From the Recipe Creator: Homemade Greek salad dressing doesn't get much easier. If you don't have lemon juice on hand, replace it with additional vinegar. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

One salad dressing everyone should have in their repertoire is Greek. This bright, flavorful dressing tastes great on salads, grain bowls and more. Plus you can turn it into a marinade for grilled meats or roasted vegetables.

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Falafel

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Falafel is a common street food in the Middle East. They are gluten free, crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of flavor from cilantro, mint, coriander and nutty sesame seeds. Parsley can be added or used instead of mint. The classic version is deep-fried, but they can also be pan-fried, baked or cooked in an air fryer. Serve in or alongside pita bread with red onion, tomato, pickled cucumber and tahini sauce. —Nithya Narasimhan, Chennai, India

There are a lot of subpar falafels out there—but this isn’t one of them. Crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside and full of flavor from cilantro, mint, coriander and nutty sesame seeds, it’s the quintessential snack when paired with hummus. Load the falafel into a pita or turn it into a meal in a bowl to make it a more filling dish.

If lentils aren’t in your regular meal rotation, they should be. They’re easy on the budget, and they’re packed with fiber, protein, B vitamins and more good-for-you nutrients. This healthy, warming soup is a satisfying vegetarian recipe, but you can use chicken broth or add cooked meat if you like. Check here for more Mediterranean soup recipes.

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Nana's Dolmades with Avgolemono Sauce

Total Time 1 hour 30 min
Servings about 6 dozen (2 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is special to me because while I was growing up, our family always had dolmades for holidays and important events. They are fantastic for parties. You may also serve them as an entree. —Elizabeth Latsis, Tacoma, Washington

These stuffed grape leaves are just like the ones Nana used to make. The egg-lemon sauce is so good, you’ll want to drizzle it on everything. Dolmades are a fantastic passed app for parties but you can also serve them as an entrée with rice pilaf.

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Whipped Feta Dip

Total Time 10 min
Servings 1-1/3 cups
From the Recipe Creator: The base of this whipped feta dip is a fantastic blank canvas for different flavors. This version is flavored with garlic and lemon. —Dawn Parker, Surrey, British Columbia

Right up there with tzatziki, whipped feta dip plays nicely with all Mediterranean cuisine and especially with dippers such as toasted pita bread and veggies. Garlic and lemon flavor the spread, and crushed red pepper adds a bit of heat.

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Artichoke Chicken

Total Time 55 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Rosemary, mushrooms and artichokes combine to give chicken a wonderful savory flavor. I've served this dish for a large group by doubling the recipe. It's always a big hit with everyone—especially my family! —Ruth Stenson, Santa Ana, California
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Best Ever Lamb Chops

Total Time 20 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My mom just loved good lamb chops, and this easy recipe was her favorite way to prepare them. I've also grilled these chops with amazing results. —Kim Mundy, Visalia, California

With only 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking time, lamb chops are an easy meal you could be making on the regular. These best-ever chops get a nice basil-marjoram-thyme rub with a bit of salt before they go under the broiler. While we love them with mint jelly, you can also serve with homemade mint chutney.

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Mediterranean Cauliflower

Total Time 25 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I adapted a recipe I received from a friend to make this delicious—and deliciously different—cauliflower dish. It's prepared quickly in a skillet and uses only a handful of ingredients. What a great way to take ordinary cauliflower to a whole new level! —Valerie Smith, Aston, Pennsylvania

Cauliflower is a workhorse vegetable that can be prepared in a myriad of ways. This delicious—and different—cauliflower dish comes together quickly in a skillet and uses only a handful of ingredients like olives, tomatoes and feta to take it to another level.

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Mediterranean Hummus Nachos

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My husband once piled all the Middle Eastern dishes I'd made on top of pita chips. It was delicious and fun, so we've kept doing it! We love this combination with ground lamb, too. I am half Lebanese, so we usually call these Lebanese nachos. Whatever you call them, you can't help but like them! —Gina Fensler, Cincinnati, Ohio

Even an all-American snack like nachos can be made Mediterranean by swapping tortilla chips for pita, guac for hummus and sour cream for yogurt. We used ground beef for this spread, but it would also be excellent with ground lamb.

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Greek Roasted Chicken and Potatoes

Total Time 2 hours 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: You'll find this meal is a nice one to prepare for company or to serve your family for Sunday dinner. All you need with it is tossed salad and some crusty French bread. —Pella Visnick, Dallas, Texas

You’ll find this meal is a nice one to prepare for company or to serve your family for Sunday dinner. Oregano is the main spice here, which gives the chicken a spicy-sweet appeal. Keep in mind, though, a little goes a long way. All you need with the bird is a tossed salad and some crusty bread.

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Quinoa Tabbouleh

Total Time 35 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Tabouli is a super fresh, mostly parsley salad with finely cracked wheat, juicy tomatoes, onion, fresh lemon juice, good quality extra virgin olive oil and a hint of fragrant mint. I added a little gluten-free twist to this recipe by replacing the cracked wheat with quinoa and then added some cucumbers for a nice crunch. For a delicious and colorful appetizer, serve in butter lettuce cups or endive leaves. —Nikki Haddad, Germantown, Maryland

If you enjoy eggs Benedict or can’t resist a rich and flavorful shakshuka, then Turkish eggs need to be next on your list of breakfast recipes with poached eggs. This seven-ingredient recipe is simple enough to enjoy before work on a busy morning, yet elegant enough to impress at your next weekend brunch.

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Baklava

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: Baklava is a traditional Middle Eastern pastry made with flaky phyllo dough, chopped nuts and sweet honey. This dessert is very rich, so one pan goes a long way. —Judy Losecco, Buffalo, New York

If you’re not serving baklava at your Mediterranean feast, you missed the assignment. The Greek pastry consists of flaky phyllo dough, chopped nuts and sweet honey. It’s worth pointing out that it’s very rich, so one pan goes a long way. These are the best honey brands for the job.

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Traditional Pita Bread

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 pita breads
From the Recipe Creator: My husband taught me how to make pita bread when we were first dating. He always has his eye out for good recipes. —Lynne Hartke, Chandler, Arizona

We know what you’re thinking: Why make my own pita bread when store-bought is easier? Trust us, one bite will reveal the difference. Light, fluffy and perfectly puffed-up, this recipe is too simple not to try. To help encourage ample pockets, roll the dough thinly so the heat can hit the center quickly and force the rise.

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Chocolate Hummus

Total Time 10 min
Servings 1-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: This chocolate hummus is a sweet twist on the traditional recipe. Plus, it's so easy to make with just a handful of healthy ingredients. I like to serve it with berries and pretzels for a quick snack. –Catherine Ward, Mequon, Wisconsin

This chocolate hummus is a sweet twist on the traditional recipe. Plus, it’s so easy to make with just a few healthy ingredients. Serve it with berries and pretzels for a quick snack.

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Moussaka

Total Time 1 hour 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Moussaka is traditionally made with lamb, but I often use ground beef instead. The recipe looks a bit daunting, but if you prepare one step while working on another, it will save time. —Kim Powell, Knoxville, Tennessee

Aubergine lovers, this one’s for you. The Mediterranean version of a baked eggplant casserole, moussaka is a layered masterpiece. It can be made with sauteed beef or lamb or made vegetarian. The recipe looks a bit daunting, but if you prepare one step while working on another, it will save time.

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Dad's Greek Salad

Total Time 20 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The heart of a Greek salad recipe is in the olives, feta, cucumbers and tomatoes. Dress it with olive oil and vinegar, then add more olives and cheese. —Arge Salvatori, Little Ferry, New Jersey

The heart of a Greek salad is in the olives, feta, cucumbers and tomatoes. This recipe has the perfect balance of all the ingredients. Dress it with olive oil and vinegar, then add more olives and cheese, because you can never have enough, right? If you need help deciding, here’s our guide to the most popular types of olives you’ll want to try in your salad.

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Kourabiedes (Greek Butter Cookies)

Total Time 1 hour
Servings about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I had to bake something from my heritage for school. So, I made this heavenly kourabiedes recipe. —Rebecca Sprague, St. Louis, Missouri

Not familiar with kourabiedes? The Greek cookies are buttery, crunchy and fragranced by an intoxicating vanilla aroma. If you lean more toward citrus scents, use almond or orange extract, or try misting the warm cookies with high-quality honey (like orange blossom) diluted with water in a food-safe spray bottle.

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Easy Mediterranean Chicken

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Everyone I know loves this special chicken recipe. I changed a few things to make it healthier, but it tastes just as good. — Kara Zilis, Oak Forest, Illinois

To meal prep salads, rice bowls and other quick dinners for the week, brown the chicken breasts in a skillet on each side, then stir in tomatoes, water, oregano and garlic powder. After a boil, a simmer and 10 minutes of cooling, you’ll be ready to slice or shred the meat to use whenever you want it.

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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Total Time 30 min
Servings 3 cups
From the Recipe Creator: My son taught me how to make hummus, which is a tasty and healthy alternative to calorie-filled dips. Fresh roasted red bell peppers make it special. —Nancy Watson-Pistole, Shawnee, Kansas

Roasted red pepper hummus is one of the most popular kinds of hummus. Smoky, sweet, laced with umami—it checks all the boxes as far as a delicious dip goes. Making it from scratch ensures you can keep the fat and calorie count down.

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Lamb Pitas with Yogurt Sauce

Total Time 6 hours 35 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The spiced lamb in these stuffed pita pockets goes perfectly with cool cucumber and yogurt. —Angela Leinenbach, Mechanicsville, Virginia

Spiced lamb and Mediterranean cuisine go hand in hand, but when occasions call for handhelds instead of forks and knives, turn to these stuffed pita pockets. Tomatoes, sliced cucumbers and a creamy yogurt mixture are the perfect toppings for the succulent meat.

Like most doughnuts from around the world, loukoumades consist of fried dough. What sets them apart is that these Greek doughnuts are soaked in sweet honey syrup after being fried.

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Edamame Hummus

Total Time 15 min
Servings 3 cups
From the Recipe Creator: We love hummus at our house. This recipe is a scrumptious and refreshing twist on an old favorite, and it's a wonderful way to incorporate healthy soy into our diets. —Marla Clark, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Classic hummus is generally made with cooked or canned chickpeas (aka garbanzo beans), but edamame hummus flips the script by using frozen edamame instead. The result is a green goddess-esque spread you’ll want to slather on pita or serve on a crudités platter.

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Mediterranean Bulgur Bowl

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: You can also transform this tasty bowl into an Italian version with mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes, spinach and basil. —Renata Smith, Brookline, Massachusetts

While traditional tabbouleh recruits soaked (yet uncooked) bulgur, this Mediterranean bowl benefits from a hearty base of cooked grains, plus the addition of mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes, spinach and basil. Leftovers work great for a next-day lunch topped with grilled shrimp or salmon.

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Greek Beef Pitas

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A local restaurant that's famous for pitas inspired me to make my own Greek-style sandwiches at home. Feel free to add olives if you'd like. —Nancy Sousley, Lafayette, Indiana

Greek gyros always seem easier to order at a restaurant, where they shave the meat off the spit on the spot. Yet, when you encounter a DIY dupe for recreating the classic sandwich at home, with ground beef as a spectacular stand-in, it’s worth bookmarking this recipe.

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Easy Moroccan Chickpea Stew

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When I'm invited to a potluck, I easily double or triple this healthy Moroccan chickpea stew to treat the crowd to an exotic dish of enticing, bold flavors. —Heather Demeritte, Scottsdale, Arizona

If you’re cooking for a crowd or asked to bring a potluck dish to a Mediterranean dinner party, might we suggest this Moroccan chickpea stew as a foolproof option? The recipe can be doubled or tripled (depending on the size of your crew), and it will present well thanks to its enticing, bold flavors.

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Melomakarona

Total Time 40 min
Servings 4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: Growing up in Cyprus, we would see this cookie everywhere during the holidays. Every year my mother, Thelma, would make plate after plate of these all Christmas long. It's just not the holidays without them. —Paris Paraskeva, San Francisco, California

Sinfully rich from olive oil and sweetened from a honey syrup bath, these must-bake Greek Christmas cookies are a welcome addition to any holiday fête. Although they call for a festive smidge of Cognac, you can make an alcohol-free treat by replacing the Cognac with orange juice.

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Greek Orzo Salad

Total Time 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This tart, refreshing salad is a big hit in my home. All the tasty toppings—including red onions, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese and a zesty dressing—give it extra interest. —Judy Roberts, Las Vegas, Nevada

Pasta salads are a forever favorite at summer gatherings and barbecues, and this Greek orzo salad ranks right up there with the best of them. Cooked orzo is tossed with tangy feta, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives and a zesty dressing, but the best part is, it gets even better as it sits in its marinating juices. While vegetarian, you could add marinated chicken skewers or gyro meatloaf to transform this side dish into an entrée for your whole family.

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Greek Easter Bread (Tsoureki)

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator: While this rich, sweet Greek Easter bread, also known as tsoureki, is traditionally served during the spring, it can be served any time of year without the red eggs. Mahleb and mastic are customary, but they can be difficult to find and are often omitted. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

If you’re Greek, nothing says Easter quite like a loaf of tsoureki adorned with hard-boiled red eggs at the center of your dining table. While the process of making it is a little more involved than some of our other favorite Easter bread recipes, it yields a stunningly beautiful, symbolic and delicious loaf that’s well worth the effort.

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Cannellini Bean Hummus

Total Time 5 min
Servings 10 servings (1-1/4 cups)
From the Recipe Creator: My version of hummus features a delightful nuttiness from tahini, a peanut butter-like paste made from ground sesame seeds. The beans pack a lot of protein so it's a healthy snack for kids. —Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California

Don’t have chickpeas on hand? Cannellini beans work just as well for hummus, given their buttery, creamy nature. Bonus: The beans pack a lot of protein, so it’s a healthy snack for kids. You can always omit the crushed red pepper flakes for little eaters.

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Spanakopita Pinwheels

Total Time 50 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I'm enthralled with spanakopita, and this spinach and feta pinwheel recipe was a quick and easy way to enjoy the pie. I have used it for get-togethers and family events with great success. —Ryan Palmer, Windham, Maine

Nothing beats a flaky spanakopita triangle unless, of course, it’s a spinach and feta pinwheel. A quick and easy way to enjoy the pie, this recipe uses frozen ingredients like puff pastry and chopped spinach, plus some herbs, eggs and feta for a kid-friendly snack that comes together in under an hour.

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Mediterranean Turkey Panini

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The word panini refers to sandwiches that are pressed and toasted. I make panini for my fellow teachers and friends. For potlucks, make several and cut them into fourths. —Martha Muellenberg, Vermillion, South Dakota

Pick up fresh ciabatta bread at the bakery and put your panini press or griddle pan to work. We recommend buying a block of feta instead of the pre-crumbled kind because it will have a creamier texture and fresher taste.

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Greek Spaghetti

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: "Out of all our recipes for pasta, this simple meatless main dish is our favorite," writes Christa and Holley Hageman from Telford, Pennsylvania. "We can hardly wait for summer to arrive so we can use our garden-fresh tomatoes and minced basil in this recipe." The entree's Mediterranean flair comes from feta cheese, oregano, olive oil and lemon.

Made with thin spaghetti, aromatic herbs and fresh ingredients like plum tomatoes, green onions and feta cheese, this is one of those perfectly light pasta recipes that you can serve any time of year. And the Greek flavors instantly transport you to the seaside.

Avgolemono is a classic Greek lemon chicken soup that’s made using pantry staples and is pure comfort food. Silky, bright and citrusy, it’s heaven when served with crusty bread.

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Roasted Beetroot and Garlic Hummus

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 4 cups
From the Recipe Creator: This tasty beetroot hummus is the prettiest pink snack I’ve ever seen. The healthy recipe is handy to make in large batches and keep in the fridge for lunches and snacks throughout the week. —Elizabeth Worndl, Toronto, Ontario

Break out of the plain hummus rut with this earthy, sweet beet hummus recipe. There are several ways to cook beets, but roasting them removes excess moisture and intensifies their sweetness. You can use drained canned beets, as well; just make sure they’re not pickled beets.

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Nikki's Perfect Pastitsio

Total Time 1 hour 35 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My mother used to work so hard in the kitchen to make this classic Greek dish, and the results were always well worth her effort. My recipe for pastitsio is easier, a bit lighter and every bit as great as Mom's.—Nikki Tsangaris, Westfield, Indiana

All along the Mediterranean Sea, you’ll find pastitsio, the famous baked pasta dish that’s the Greek version of lasagna. With ground meat and bechamel sauce, it can be a bit heavy, but this recipe keeps things easier and a bit lighter without sacrificing flavor.

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Roast Leg of Lamb

Total Time 2 hours 5 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: "A simple herb mixture on this roast provides irresistible flavor," relates Sharon Cusson of Augusta, Maine.

Whether you’re looking for a knockout leg of lamb recipe for Easter or another occasion, the simple herb mixture on this roast provides irresistible flavor and can be prepped using a handful of dried aromatics you have in your pantry.

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Creamy Pumpkin Hummus

Total Time 15 min
Servings 3 cups
From the Recipe Creator: I love to serve this pumpkin hummus with sliced apples, pears and pita chips. Top it with toasted pumpkin seeds, a drizzle of pumpkin oil and even fried sage leaves. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin

When the leaves start to turn, that means it’s the start of pumpkin everything season—hummus included. This creamy dip has a gorgeous orange hue and looks especially festive with a finishing touch of pumpkin seed oil, pumpkin seeds and pomegranate seeds.

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Baklava Cheesecake

Total Time 2 hours 5 min
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My unique baklava cheesecake makes a grand display for office parties and other special events. —Aryanna Gamble, New Orleans, Louisiana

With sugared cranberries and rosemary sprigs, this unique baklava cheesecake makes a grand display for office parties and other special events. Finely chopped walnuts also lend a nice crunch, while warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg will make your whole kitchen smell divine.

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Greek Sheet-Pan Chicken

Total Time 40 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I love roasted vegetables and keeping things simple. One bowl and one sheet pan, that's it. You could certainly use boneless chicken and add other veggies. Serve it with cucumber salad. —Sara Martin, Whitefish, Montana

The genius of sheet-pan dinners is that they require one bowl and one pan—that’s it. We used bone-in chicken thighs for this recipe, plus a medley of red potatoes, onions and peppers, but you could certainly use boneless chicken and add other veggies. Serve it with cucumber salad for a tasty side.

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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta

Total Time 45 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: For special days, I make this cheesy pasta bake loaded with chicken and all sorts of veggies. Want a vegetarian version? Use vegetable stock and garbanzo beans. —Liz Bellville, Havelock, North Carolina

When comfort food cravings strike, a cheesy pasta bake loaded with chicken and all sorts of veggies satisfies. Want a vegetarian option? Use vegetable stock and garbanzo beans.