Greek Cuisine Recipes


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Greek Lemon Spelt SoupViews: 2,484

Make Greek lemon avgolemono soup when you need a warming and healthy lunch with a pleasantly refreshing taste. Its main ingredients are lemon juice and egg, which are whisked together and...

Spelt, grilled chicken, eggs, feta cheese, lemon zest, dill...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 530
Categories: Salads, Vegetables, .
Author: - culinary writer
Greek salad (country salad)Views: 2 116
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In Greece, this luscious Greek salad is simply called "village salad." It's delightfully easy to prepare and always lifts the spirits with its vibrant summer colors and flavors, typical of...

Cucumbers, bell peppers, grape tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, wine vinegar, oregano...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 6
Categories: Soups, With pasta, .
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Greek Lemon Chicken SoupViews: 4,356

In Greece, this soup is called avgolemono. It's light, refreshing, yet filling, and perfect for summer. It's made with orzo pasta and chicken breast, and the flavor is very...

Orzo pasta, chicken breasts, lemon juice, carrots, celery, dill...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Main courses, Pasta, .
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Greek penne pasta with fetaViews: 2,560

This Mediterranean pasta will captivate everyone with its rich, refreshing flavor, juiciness, and heartiness. It's meatless, but the canned chickpeas provide a protein boost. Sweet peppers and arugula...

Penne pasta, bell pepper, chickpeas, Kalamata olives, arugula, feta cheese, red pepper flakes, oregano...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 609
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Greek-style couscous with shrimpViews: 2,741

A delicious and healthy Mediterranean-style dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for an after-work dinner. Peeled shrimp are sautéed in olive oil, then mixed with...

Couscous, shrimp, fennel bulb, plum tomatoes, chickpeas, white wine, feta cheese, dill...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 481
Author: - famous chef
Stuffed Peppers with Lamb and Orzo PastaViews: 1 251

Instead of the traditional rice used for stuffed peppers, this recipe uses orzo pasta, which resembles rice in shape. Boil it and mix it with ground lamb, adding plenty of...

Bell pepper, orzo pasta, ground lamb, Cuban pepper, goat cheese, feta cheese, tomato sauce, oregano, rosemary...
Time: 3 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Main courses, Bird, .
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Mediterranean chicken in a slow cooker (keto diet)Views: 30,817

Packed with rich Mediterranean flavor, this slow-cooker chicken is cooked in healthy olive oil with Kalamata olives, capers, garlic, oregano, and served with a refreshing...

Chicken thighs, Kalamata olives, capers, wine vinegar, oregano, mint, yogurt...
Time: 1 hour 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
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Moussaka with chardViews: 1995
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Layered Greek moussaka is a fusion of flavors and a stunning blend of aromas. This moussaka recipe is baked with Swiss chard and Swiss chard, which adds juiciness and healthiness to the dish. It's prepared...

Ground beef, ground lamb, eggplant, potatoes, pureed tomatoes, white wine, Parmesan cheese, feta cheese, Swiss chard, nutmeg, oregano, cinnamon, bay leaf, cheese sauce, meat sauce...
Time: 3 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 8
Categories: Salads, Vegetables, Leafy, Meat, .
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Souvlaki Salad with ChickenViews: 3 105

This salad was inspired by the popular Greek street food souvlaki, chicken kebabs wrapped in pita bread with fresh vegetables. The salad contains all the same ingredients, only...

Chicken breasts, lemon, oregano, pita, yogurt, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, feta cheese...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 470
Categories: Grill, Meat, Sauces, Dips, .
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Lamb kebabs with artichokes and yogurt dipping sauceViews: 1,098

If you're grilling lamb kebabs, it's best to cook them Middle Eastern style, where the juicy, fatty meat is balanced by refreshing mint and a light, fermented sauce. Leg of lamb is one of the best...

Lamb, artichokes, eggplant, olives, lemon juice, paprika, mint, cumin, red pepper flakes, garlic...
Time: 1 hour 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
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Mediterranean Summer SaladViews: 4,439

This salad is perfect to celebrate the end of a busy week. It's juicy and full of flavor, thanks to the sweet tomatoes, tart capers, olives,...

Tomatoes, jadishu, capers, watercress, olives, green onions, oregano...
Time: 10 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 147
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
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Greek salad with pasta, feta and olivesViews: 4,719

A traditional Greek salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta cheese, paired with cooked pasta, makes a complete, filling meal that can be served on its own or as a side dish.

ziti pasta, kalamata olives, cucumbers, shallots, tomatoes, feta cheese, oregano...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Salads, Meat, .
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Steak Salad with Tzatziki SauceViews: 1,716

Make a hearty Mediterranean-style salad with bulgur, fresh vegetables, grilled steak, and Greek tzatziki sauce. The bulgur makes it incredibly filling, healthy, and...

Beef, bulgur, tomatoes, cucumbers, romaine lettuce, wine vinegar, mint...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 470
Categories: Grill, Bird, Vegetables, fruits, .
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Greek meze with turkey and grilled vegetablesViews: 2,885

Prepare a quick and delicious dinner in the Greek meze style. Instead of sharing a plate, each appetizer is individually portioned and harmoniously complements one another, ensuring each serving contains...

Dolma (dolmades), hummus, feta cheese, plum tomatoes, turkey, red potatoes, oregano...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 560
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Greek pork cutlets with potatoes and fetaViews: 1,484

This simple, homemade dish is quick to prepare and infused with the delicious flavors and aromas of Greek cuisine. The potatoes are roasted at a high temperature in the oven until golden brown,...

Pork loin, pork, potatoes, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, olives, white wine, oregano, dill...
Time: 40 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 700
Author: - famous chef
Pomegranate-glazed lamb pita with mint on a skewer, grilled tomatoes and Greek coleslawViews: 2 216

A delicious Mediterranean-inspired appetizer of small flatbreads served with slices of spit-roasted, pomegranate-glazed lamb and a refreshing Greek-style coleslaw.

Lamb, red cabbage, carrots, feta cheese, pomegranate molasses, oregano, rosemary, bay leaf, mint, dill, cherry tomatoes, pitta...
Time: 6 hours 10 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
Categories: Grill, Bird, Bakery, Salads, Meat, .
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Grilled chicken and dried apricot salad on Greek flatbreadViews: 2,717

In addition to the vegetables, this dish's vibrant flavor comes from a light dressing of lemon juice, olive oil, and spiced wine vinegar. It's used in the salad, to flavor the pita, and in cooking...

Chicken breasts, dried apricots, pita bread, romaine lettuce, pepperoncino peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, orange juice, wine vinegar, oregano...
Time: 35 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 450
Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
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Greek Whole Grain MeatloafViews: 1,731

This Mediterranean-style meatloaf is filled with ground beef, bulgur, and pine nuts, giving it a whole-grain loaf-like appearance.

Bulgur groats, ground beef, pine nuts, breadcrumbs, eggs, plum tomatoes, cucumbers, allspice, cumin, cinnamon, mint...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 410
Categories: Main courses, Bird, .
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Oven-baked chicken thighs with dill couscousViews: 13,611

Couscous is the perfect healthy side dish for quick meals. It cooks quickly, steaming in hot water for just 5 minutes, and easily absorbs the flavors of other ingredients. So, stir in...

chicken thighs, couscous, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, oregano, dill...
Time: 20 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 600
Categories: Salads, With pasta, .
Author: - co-owner of the restaurant
Greek salad with creamy orzo pasta and crispy chickpeasViews: 3,493
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This recipe offers a more filling take on Greek salad. Traditional summer vegetables are paired with Italian orzo pasta, tossed with a Greek-inspired ranch dressing.

Chickpeas, orzo pasta, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta cheese, ranch dressing, lemon juice, olives, mint, za'atar...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
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Mediterranean style bulgurViews: 4 233

Bulgur is a type of wheat that has been cooked and dried, and is widely used in porridges, side dishes, and salads. Pilaf made from this grain is sometimes called bulgur. Bulgur is not...

bulgur grains, olives, dried apricots...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 2 Caloric content: 329
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Millet bowl with dolma and hummus sauceViews: 4,017

A bowl is a dish served in a single bowl, combining a maximum of healthy and delicious ingredients. By assembling a bowl for lunch, you...

Dolma (dolmades), grape leaves, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, beets, kupaty (fried sausages), hummus, salsa, yogurt, za'atar...
Time: 1 hour. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Bakery, Pies, .
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Spanakopita in a cake panViews: 3,750

Spankopita is a Greek layered pie filled with spinach and feta cheese. The combination is stunning. Like any Greek dish, spankopita is infused with Mediterranean flavors. To prepare it...

Spinach, butter, green onions, garlic, premium flour, milk, feta cheese, parsley, dill, eggs, phyllo dough...
Time: 2 hours 35 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 12
Categories: Appetizers, Cheese, Sauces, Dips, .
Author: - culinary writer
Greek mezeViews: 20,772

Meze is a large platter with numerous smaller portions of various appetizers, traditionally served with wine or other alcoholic beverages. This type of appetizer platter is traditional in the Eastern...

Feta cheese, hummus, grape leaves, thyme, pine nuts, fennel seeds, olives...
Time: 15 min. plus marinating time Complexity: easily Servings: 10 - 12
Chicken and Couscous Bowl in a Slow CookerViews: 8 391

Filled with Mediterranean flavors, this bowl is inspired by the traditional Greek dish souvlaki – skewers of meat or poultry marinated in a mixture of olive oil, oregano, garlic, and...

couscous, chicken breasts, oregano, paprika...
Time: 50 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Grill, Bird, .
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Grilled Chicken with Green BeansViews: 5,816

Grilling chicken and vegetables at the same time creates a complete, delicious meal in just half an hour. Divide the grill grate into two zones: one for the chicken and one for the vegetables, using a tray made from...

Chicken breasts, green beans, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, wine vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, dill...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 Caloric content: 420
Author: - chef
Moussaka with eggplantViews: 91,596

Moussaka, a Greek eggplant casserole, has long won hearts around the world with its exquisite flavor. It's aromatic, filling, and so summery. Why not make it a staple in your diet?

Eggplant, ground beef, goat cheese, white wine, tomato paste, milk, nutmeg, cinnamon...
Time: 2 hours 50 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 12
Eggplants stuffed with lambViews: 2,540

Stuffed eggplant is a dish common among many cultures. It's delicious, aromatic, filling, and easy to prepare. The lamb, soaked in the vegetable juices, becomes...

minced lamb, eggplant, bell pepper, lemon juice, tomatoes...
Time: 1 hour 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6
Categories: Grill, Bird, .
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Greek-Style Grilled Flatbread ChickenViews: 8,549

Game holds a place of honor in traditional Greek cuisine, with chicken often favored. Grilled chicken will take on a Mediterranean flavor if...

chicken, lemon juice, green onions, dill, oregano...
Time: 2 hours. Complexity: easily Servings: 4
Categories: Bakery, Pies, buns, .
Author: - chef
Spanakopita with mushrooms and goat cheeseViews: 4,711

Spanakopita is one of the many variations of Greek savory pies (pita) filled with spinach (spanaki). Roasted garlic imparts a delicious aroma, and...

mushrooms, filo pastry, goat cheese, spinach...
Time: 45 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8
Categories: Grill, Meat, .
Author: - chef
Leg of Lamb SouvlakiViews: 3,316

Souvlaki is a popular Greek fast food consisting of grilled pieces of meat on skewers. This is what the dish is called in Macedonia and other regions of northern Greece. Meanwhile, in the south of the country, in...

lamb, shallots, garlic, jalapeño pepper, oregano...
Time: 30 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 – 10
Categories: Main courses, Meat, .
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Greek moussaka with minced beefViews: 22,540

Moussaka is traditionally prepared in many countries of the Middle East and the Balkans. However, recipes vary across different regions. Greek moussaka is a three-layer casserole:...

Ground beef, eggplant, potatoes, tomato sauce, red wine, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, nutmeg, oregano, cinnamon...
Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 6 Caloric content: 390
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50 Kebab Recipes: Eastern Shashlik Variations

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Categories: Appetizers, Vegetables, .
Author: - chef
Marinated mushroomsViews: 5,924

A detailed recipe for this Greek dish with photos...

Porcini mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, crimini mushrooms, lemon juice, champagne vinegar, wine vinegar, black pepper, pepper de arbol, bay leaf...
Time: 25 min. Complexity: easily Servings: 8 - 10
Categories: Appetizers, Fish, .
Author: - chef
Sardine appetizer (Sardeles)Views: 5,024

A detailed recipe for preparing a Greek dish....

fish fillet, tomatoes, lemon juice, kalamata olives, white bread, oregano...
Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Complexity: easily Servings: 4 - 6

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