Greek & Mediterranean recipes

Sunshine food at its best — Greek and Mediterranean cooking is built on olive oil, lemon, herbs, grilled meats, and vegetables at their peak. Our Greek recipes include silky baba ganoush, hand-rolled dolmades, village salads, and hearty lentil soup, all written with simple steps and ingredients you can find anywhere.

Following the Mediterranean diet, or just want lighter dinners that still satisfy? Browse the favourites below for healthy Mediterranean dishes with prep times, make-ahead notes, and serving ideas. We publish new easy Greek food recipes daily, from quick weekday plates to slow weekend grills.

Popular Greek & Mediterranean recipes: Dakos, Gigantes Plaki, Greek Fava, Galaktoboureko

Dakos

Make Dakos, Crete's famous tomato and barley rusk salad, with this easy Greek recipe. Crunchy rusks, ripe tomatoes, feta and olive oil. Light and elegant.

Gigantes Plaki

Make Gigantes Plaki, Greece's giant baked beans in tomato sauce, with this easy Greek recipe. Tender beans, herbs and olive oil. Silky and satisfying.

Greek Fava

Make Greek Fava, Santorini's silky yellow split pea dip, with this easy Greek recipe. Creamy, lemony and topped with caramelized onions. So delicious!

Galaktoboureko

Make golden Greek galaktoboureko at home. Crisp filo layers filled with creamy semolina custard and honey syrup.

Kourabiedes

Make buttery Greek kourabiedes at home. Melt-in-the-mouth almond shortbread dusted in icing sugar.

Revithada

Make traditional Greek revithada at home. Chickpeas slow-baked in a clay pot with lemon, onion and olive oil.

Kleftiko

Make kleftiko, Greece's legendary slow-roasted lamb with potatoes, garlic and lemon, sealed and baked until meltingly tender. An authentic Greek classic.

Saganaki

Make saganaki, Greece's famous pan-fried cheese with a crisp golden crust, finished with lemon. A quick, irresistible Greek appetizer recipe. Golden, molten...

Tiropita

Make tiropita, Greece's flaky cheese pie with feta and crisp phyllo layers. An authentic, easy Greek recipe perfect for any meal. Flaky, golden and...

Bougatsa

Buttery phyllo layers around semolina custard, dusted with cinnamon sugar. This bougatsa recipe brings Greece's beloved crisp, creamy breakfast pastry home.

Gemista

Tomatoes and peppers stuffed with herby rice, slow-baked in olive oil until sweet and tender. This gemista recipe is a Greek summer garden on your plate.

Grilled Octopus

Tender braised octopus finished on a hot grill until charred and smoky, with lemon-olive oil and oregano. This grilled octopus recipe is Greek seaside luxury.

Avgolemono

Silky Greek avgolemono soup with chicken, rice, and a bright egg-lemon broth. This easy authentic recipe is light, comforting, and ready in under an hour.

Fasolakia

Tender Greek fasolakia, green beans braised slowly in tomato, olive oil, and herbs. This easy authentic recipe is a sunny, simple Mediterranean classic.

Greek Lemon Chicken

Golden Greek lemon chicken roasted with lemon, garlic, and oregano, plus crispy potatoes that soak up the bright pan juices. An easy, sunny Greek dinner.

Loukoumades

Learn how to make Loukoumades — Greece's golden honey puffs, crisp outside and pillowy inside, drizzled with honey and cinnamon. Authentic, easy, step by step.

Pastitsio

Learn to make authentic Greek pastitsio. Layers of baked pasta, cinnamon-spiced meat sauce, and creamy golden bechamel, baked bubbling golden to perfection.

Shakshuka

Make authentic Shakshuka at home: eggs poached in a smoky, spiced tomato and pepper sauce. A one-pan Mediterranean breakfast that feeds a crowd in 35 minutes.

Baba Ganoush

Learn how to make smoky, silky baba ganoush with roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon, and garlic. This easy, authentic dip pairs perfectly with warm pita bread.

Dolmades

Learn how to make dolmades — tender grape leaves stuffed with lemon-herb rice, pine nuts, and currants. This authentic Greek recipe suits any mezze platter.

Greek Lentil Soup

This hearty Greek lentil soup combines tender lentils, vegetables, and herbs in one pot. Finished with olive oil and lemon, it's simple, authentic comfort food.

Baklava

How to make authentic baklava at home — crisp buttery phyllo layers with spiced walnuts and pistachios, soaked in fragrant honey-lemon syrup. A Greek classic.

Chicken Souvlaki

How to make authentic chicken souvlaki — lemon-oregano marinated chicken grilled until charred and juicy, served in warm pita with tzatziki. Easy recipe.

Spanakopita

How to make authentic spanakopita — flaky, buttery phyllo triangles filled with spinach, feta cheese, and fresh dill. A crispy, golden Greek classic made easy.

Fattoush Salad

Make fresh fattoush salad at home — crispy pita, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy sumac-lemon dressing. This easy Mediterranean recipe is bright and zesty.

Chicken Gyro

Make juicy chicken gyro at home — lemon-oregano marinated chicken, warm pita, and creamy tzatziki. An easy, authentic Greek-style recipe you will love.

Tabbouleh

Learn how to make authentic tabbouleh — fresh parsley, mint, and tomato salad with bulgur, lemon, and olive oil. This easy Mediterranean recipe is light.

Crispy Falafel

Make golden crispy falafel at home with chickpeas, fresh herbs, and warm spices. Crunchy outside, fluffy green inside — a classic Mediterranean wrap favorite.

Classic Hummus

How to make silky, restaurant-style classic hummus at home with chickpeas, tahini, and lemon. A creamy Mediterranean dip ready in minutes with warm pita.

Chicken Shawarma

Juicy homemade chicken shawarma with a warm spice marinade, charred edges, and creamy garlic sauce. Easy oven or pan method for perfect wraps every time.

Greek Salad

This classic Greek salad recipe combines ripe tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and feta with oregano and olive oil. Fresh, easy, ready in 15 minutes. Try it today!

Moussaka

This classic moussaka recipe layers roasted eggplant, spiced lamb ragu, and creamy bechamel into Greece's ultimate comfort casserole. Detailed, easy steps.

Tzatziki with Pita

Learn how to make creamy tzatziki with warm pita at home — thick Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, and dill. An easy appetizer ready in 25 minutes.