Traditional Mediterranean Recipes

Each recipe in this collection reflects the heart of Mediterranean cooking — simple, nourishing ingredients, bold flavors, and the spirit of gathering around the table. Whether you're exploring dishes from Greece, Lebanon, Morocco, Italy, or beyond, these traditional recipes bring the true taste of the Mediterranean to your kitchen.

Beef Bourguignon with tender beef, mushrooms, and pearl onions in rich wine sauce served over creamy mashed potatoes

Classic Boeuf Bourguignon (Beef Bourguignon Recipe)

Hero image of Moroccan Fish Tagine with Chermoula and Vegetables served with a side of couscous, tagine lid on the side — a vibrant, authentic Moroccan meal.

Moroccan Fish Tagine with Chermoula and Vegetables

A slice of homemade Greek Pastitsio topped with golden béchamel and fresh parsley, served on a plate with the remaining casserole in the background.

Greek Pastitsio Recipe (Greek Lasagna)

Stack of homemade pita bread with one cut in half to show the pocket inside.

The Best Homemade Pita Bread Recipe

Golden cauliflower fritters served on a plate with a side of creamy tzatziki sauce and lemon wedges.

Cauliflower Fritters with Za’atar & Sumac

One whole piece of phyllo-wrapped baked feta on a plate with another piece cut in half, revealing the creamy feta filling and crispy phyllo layers.

Greek Baked Feta in Phyllo with Honey

Fully baked Eggplant Rollatini in a casserole dish, golden, bubbling, and garnished with fresh basil.

Eggplant Rollatini recipe with ricotta and marinara

A top-down view of fresh ingredients for a Mediterranean breakfast, including eggs, halloumi, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, hummus, and seasonings, laid out and ready for assembly.

Mediterranean Breakfast Power Plate

Golden-baked stuffed pasta shells topped with tomato sauce, melted parmesan cheese, and garnished with fresh parsley."

Stuffed Pasta Shells: Mediterranean-Style Recipe

A large piece of Spanish Omelet on a big serving plate, with a smaller slice on a separate plate, garnished with parsley

Spanish Omelet Recipe (Tortilla de Patatas)

Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken: The Grand Finale

Mediterranean Stuffed Chicken Breast

A large baking tray showcasing golden-roasted Cornish hen halves with crispy skin, surrounded by tender, roasted golden potato wedges and caramelized cipollini onions.

Crispy Roasted Cornish Hens with Za’atar & Lemon

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