Mediterranean

"My family comes from a very hop part of Italy, so chilled pasta salads are always a big hit," notes...

Prepared with ingredients traditionally associated with Greece, this healthy and colorful salad offers a delightful combination of tastes. This salad...

My daughter jokes that I am so predictable when it comes to dining out. I always order chicken souvlaki. So...

My family goes for Moroccan flavors, so I make empanada pastries using beef and apricot preserves. It's a flaky hand...

For special days, I make this cheesy pasta bake loaded with chicken and all sorts of veggies. Want a vegetarian...

This hearty main dish has great Mediterranean flavor. I left out the olives, and my family still loved it. —Susan...

I created this recipe with what I had on hand one night, and now it’s one of my husband’s favorites!...

Garlic, oregano and lemon juice give spark to this memorable main dish. It's easy to fix—just brown the chicken in...

"Partner it with delicious Seasoned Couscous, and you have a winner," Ruth says. Flecked with basil and parsley, the speedy...

Tender, hearty and flavorful, this recipe is one of my favorites! Garlic and a splash of lemon add to the...

A friend shared this recipe with me many years ago. My son-in-law loves these lamb shanks as part of a...

This fragrant, spicy vegetable stew can be served over couscous or with warm pita bread. Try topping the Moroccan dish...

Grill this eggplant, tomato and goat cheese sandwich to perfection...it makes a delicious meatless meal. —Jennifer Jaras, Corona, California

This yummy Italian cucumber and tomato salad recipe is a cool complement to zesty fish dishes or barbecued meats and...

My love for Greece inspired this fast, easy Mediterranean dip. It is fabulous for parties and a delicious way to...

The smoked Spanish paprika gives a simple side of roasted cauliflower extra depth. This is definitely a favorite. —Juliette Mulholland,...

A local restaurant that's famous for pitas inspired me to make my own Greek-style sandwiches at home. Feel free to...

Looking for a different way to serve vegetables? These tiny pasta granules act like a magnet, pulling together the flavors...

One summer I combined my love for onions with a bumper crop of tomatoes and a homemade balsamic dressing. The...

A boatload of toppings gives this Mediterranean salmon a burst of flavor in every bite. It's topped with chopped veggies...

Chicken skewers with tender chunks of chicken and garden-fresh veggies are easy to assemble and are always a hit at...

The first version of this salad was an experiment in mixing together some random ingredients I had on hand. It...

Marinated stuffed olives go over so well with company that I try to keep a batch of them in the...

You won't believe the compliments you'll receive when you greet guests with these warm appetizers. Every crispy bite offers the...

To give risotto, that favorite Italian comfort food, an update, I used couscous and lively North African-inspired flavors to deliver...

With sugared cranberries and rosemary sprigs, my unique baklava cheesecake makes a grand display for office parties and other special...

Greek seasoning, feta cheese and dill-cucumber sauce give this gyro an authentic taste. It was my family's introduction to how...

This meatless entree is always a hit. In fact, I double it whenever I know I'm going to feed some...

Cucumber salad recipes are my absolute favorite! This fast, fresh salad is a winner at every get together. It's an...