This veggie sandwich is absolutely packed with flavor and color! A rainbow of olives, carrots, tomatoes, basil, and pepperoncini, with creamy whipped feta and whole grain bread makes for a healthy satisfying meal any time of the day. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Sometimes a salad, no matter how delicious, just doesn’t cut it for lunch. What if you could capture the flavors and textures of your favorite salad and make it into a satisfying veggie sandwich? Turns out, it’s not so hard. First, I slather toasted bread with a simplified version of our Creamy Whipped Feta Dip made with tangy feta and G ..read more

These Pan Seared Lamb Chops take less than 10 minutes on your stove! You can happily stop there, but the Feta Mint Sauce and freshly toasted flatbread take this lamb chop recipe over the top.  Photo Credits: Katherine Irwin People often think of lamb as a weekend-only treat and though I love a big, slow-roasted leg of lamb or parchment-wrapped lamb for a special occasion, lamb doesn’t get enough credit for being the quick-cooking, full-flavor, weeknight-friendly meat that it is. You just need the right cut! Slender lamb chops cook quickly in a hot pan, becoming juicy and tender in minute ..read more

This delicious braised chicken breast with white wine, sweet caramelized shallots and aromatic sage is perfect for busy nights when you have little time (and maybe less energy) to prepare a fussy or elaborate meal, but want a wholesome dinner that feels special.  Photo Credits: Ali Redmond I like to think of chicken as a blank canvas: A lean protein that, when paired with the right ingredients, transforms into something extraordinary. In this dish, inspired by chicken stifado from Northern Greece, braised chicken breast is cooked in white wine until juicy and flavorful. The traditional re ..read more

In this lighter take on a classic Greek Gyro Sandwich, lean and juicy chicken tenders soak in a Greek yogurt marinade until they’re loaded with garlicky, tangy flavor and rich Mediterranean spices. The best part? Everything keeps well, making this low-carb, protein-packed Greek Gyro Bowl ideal for meal prep! Photo Credits: Ali Redmond The word gyro comes from the Greek for "turn" or "revolution." It’s named for the spit where the meat is traditionally slow-cooked on an axel until it’s gloriously juicy and crispy all at the same time. When I set out to make this Greek Gyro Bowl, I wanted all th ..read more

Spanakorizo is a traditional Greek Spinach Rice recipe loaded with nutrients from spinach plus flavor from garlic, onions, herbs, and fresh lemon juice. Serve this easy and delicious spinach rice recipe as a vegetarian main or a side dish. Photo Credit: Ali RedmondWhat is Spanakorizo? A soft and creamy spinach rice recipe, Spanakorizo is considered classic Greek comfort food. It's one of my go-to dishes, especially when I want something cozy while sticking to healthy, whole foods. Spanakorizo has vibes and flavors similar to spanakopita, my favorite crispy Greek spinach and feta pie, or my mac ..read more

Give meatloaf a Mediterranean treatment with this weeknight-friendly Greek meatloaf recipe! Wrapping the meat in grape leaves makes not only a show-stopping presentation, but it also keeps the meatloaf extra juicy as it bakes—all while imparting the perfect tang! Give this healthy meatloaf recipe a try! Photo Credits: Mariam Hamdy If you’ve cooked from my book or been here a while, you’ll know I love giving American favorites my own Mediterranean twist, from baked potatoes to breakfast hash. And although meatloaf might seem quintessentially American we do have versions of it throughout the Med ..read more

Taking a page from the flavors of Greece, this Mediterranean Quinoa Salad recipe is packed with crunchy bell peppers, crisp cucumbers, and the briny flavors of feta and kalamata olives. Photo Credits: Katherine Irwin I’ve been making this quinoa salad recipe since my kids were toddlers and now that they are teens they still enjoy it. I love it because it's packed with crunchy colorful bell peppers, cool cucumbers, and nutrient-dense quinoa. Olives and feta give it that Mediterranean vibe and some healthy fats along with the lemony olive oil oregano dressing. It lasts for a full week in the fr ..read more

Bring your chicken to the next level with this garlicky, lemony, herbaceous easy Greek chicken marinade! This versatile recipe works for any cut of chicken and any which way you cook it. From grilling the juiciest chicken breasts to weeknight-baked chicken thighs, this marinade will amp up the flavor with a delicious Greek twist. Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow I’m a bit of a last-minute cook, but sometimes a little planning is worth it and actually saves time in the long run. This Greek chicken marinade is one of those times! And this recipe could not be easier. Just throw the chicken in a ..read more

Baked mac and cheese, the ultimate comfort food, gets a Greek-style twist with spinach, creamy feta cheese, fresh parsley, and a luxurious bechamel sauce. This is the ultimate baked pasta casserole to feed a crowd! Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow When I was working on an egg muffin recipe for first cookbook inspired by the classic Greek savory feta and spinach pie Spanakopita, I started imagining everything I would like to “spanakopita-ify" and baked mac and cheese was at the top of the list!  This comforting baked pasta casserole is a hybrid of two of my favorite Greek comfort foods: Spanak ..read more

In this baked oyster recipe, oysters on the half shell are quickly broiled until golden brown and bubbling. They’re then filled with a lemon and parsley dressing and finished with crispy bread crumbs. These easy-baked oysters will satisfy oyster lovers and skeptics alike!  Photo Credits: Ruth Bardis These baked oysters take on a tender-meets-meaty texture similar to perfectly cooked scallops with a lemony, briny flavor akin to a classic piccata sauce. In my experience, oysters are either loved or feared. People like me and my brother consider ourselves sophisticated connoisseurs of these ..read more