Description
Mediterranean food turns every meal into a sunny celebration fresh, vibrant, and full of heart. Think mezze platters, Greek salads, and roasted vegetables all bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh vegetables (tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers)
- Chickpeas (canned or cooked)
- Garlic
- Fresh herbs (mint, parsley, oregano)
- Feta cheese
- Pita bread
- Olives
- Lemon juice
- Sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare a mezze platter with hummus, olives, pita, and fresh vegetables.
- Build a Greek salad using chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle generously with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice.
- Season with sea salt, black pepper, and chopped herbs.
- For mains, roast seasonal vegetables with olive oil and garlic until golden.
- Serve everything family-style to encourage sharing and conversation.
Notes
Use only fresh herbs and ripe vegetables Mediterranean recipes are built on freshness. Keep the dishes simple and avoid overcomplicating with heavy sauces.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Mixed Prep
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg