Roasted Garlic Tzatziki
This roasted garlic tzatziki is so delicious and pairs so well with almost any Greek or Mediterranean dish. Scoop it up with some fresh pita, spoon it on your plate as a dip for some chicken, or slather it in a wrap- it works so well with many dishes! It’s fresh, minty, creamy, and so easy to make.
Greek Moussaka
This is a dish that embodies a labour of love. It takes a bit of time and energy to make it, but it is worth every ounce of energy once you take that first bite. It is so full of flavour, perfectly balanced between creamy and meaty, and makes for the perfect comfort meal. It’s a traditional Greek dish, and this is the closest I’ve managed to get it to the Moussaka we had when we visited Crete. It’s also one of those perfect dishes to make double of, then keep in the freezer for a day when you want some comfort food instantly.
Lemon Yogurt Grilled Chicken
Chicken thighs grilled on the BBQ are the best way to cook them (in my opinion). The skin gets all charred and crispy, the marinade keeps the meat succulent and juicy, and there is no way to beat the flame-grilled taste. These chicken thighs are marinated in a herby lemon yogurt sauce overnight, then grilled to perfection. A lovely dish for a summer dinner outside.
Marinated Tomato & Burrata Salad with a Cherry Dressing
This is such a fresh salad, perfect as a side dish for a steak, or as a meal of its own! The tomatoes are marinated with oil and herbs, the arugula is tossed in a cherry dressing, and the burrata is bursting with creamy stracciatella. The homemade cherry dressing brings a beautiful sweetness that pairs well with the creamy burrata.
Marinated Minty Grilled Eggplant
If you don’t love eggplant, try this recipe, then tell me if you still don’t like it. The eggplant is cut into thin disks, grilled for a bit of char, then marinated to soak up all of the minty flavours. It is so delicious, fresh, and they keep a firm texture, so it’s not the smooshy texture most people associate with eggplant. It pairs well with any Mediterranean dish as a lovely side.
Heirloom Tomato Carpaccio
I love using heirloom tomatoes for this because they are so beautiful and colourful, but you can use any tomatoes that you have on hand. It’s a simple appetizer or side dish, but it’s so fresh and vibrant that any tomato-lover will be happy to have this served.
Greek Chicken Meatballs
Chicken meatballs are a great mid-week dinner and are always a favourite. They come together quickly and boast all of the flavours of a trip to Greece. Fry them until golden and then serve with a Greek salad for a full Mediterranean meal.