30-Minute Recipes

Short on time but craving bold Mediterranean flavor? These 30-minute recipes bring you quick, wholesome meals—perfect for weeknights or meal prep. From vibrant salads and hearty mains to cozy soups, each dish is fast, fresh, and packed with taste.

A large plate of Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette, garnished with fresh strawberries, with a small side dish partially visible in the background.

Strawberry Quinoa Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 10 mins Cook: 15 mins

Garlic butter cod fillets simmered in a lemon butter caper sauce, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Garlic Butter Cod Recipe (Easy One-Pan Meal!)

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 15 mins Cook: 10 mins

Mediterranean Baked Feta with Tomatoes & Olives, served warm with crusty bread on the side for dipping.

Mediterranean Baked Feta with Tomatoes & Olives

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 5 mins Cook: 25 mins

A beautifully arranged spring salad on a platter, with a jar of fresh herb dressing on the side, ready to serve.

Spring Green Salad with Fresh Herbs

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 15 mins Cook: 0 mins

Roasted broccoli in a serving bowl, topped with crumbled feta and fresh lemon slices for a vibrant Mediterranean touch.

Oven-Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Lemon

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 5 mins Cook: 25 mins

Shrimp being mixed and coated in a rich tomato sauce, ensuring every piece is full of flavor.

Greek Shrimp Saganaki (Shrimp in Tomato Sauce with Feta)

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 10 mins Cook: 20 mins

Mediterranean Bulgur Salad with fennel, oranges, and pistachios, tossed in a creamy yogurt dressing, served in a bowl.

Mediterranean Bulgur Salad with Fennel and Citrus

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 15 mins Cook: 0 mins

Sheet pan with baked salmon fillet, golden brown and crispy, surrounded by colorful roasted vegetables.

Mediterranean Salmon – Easy One-Pan Recipe

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 5 mins Cook: 25 mins

No-mayo egg salad served over a bed of arugula in a bowl with a spoon beside it.

Mediterranean Egg Salad with Fresh Herbs – No Mayo Needed

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 10 mins Cook: 12 mins

Savor the Flavor: Quinoa Salad with Kale and Sweet Potatoes

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Tahini Dressing

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 15 mins Cook: 15 mins

Plating crispy halloumi fritters with fresh herbs and a zesty yogurt dip

Crispy Halloumi Cheese Fritters with Mint and Dill

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 15 mins Cook: 15 mins

The Italian-Style White Bean and Kale Medley served, adorned with fresh lemon slices and a drizzle of golden olive oil.

Mediterranean One-Pan White Bean and Kale

Difficulty Level: easy

Prep: 10 mins Cook: 30 mins

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