Healthy Mediterranean Recipes

 Mediterranean Spinach Stuffed Salmon Pinwheels These tender salmon pinwheels are filled with a flavorful mixture of sautéed spinach, garlic, feta cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. Baked with a lemon-olive oil drizzle, they’re light yet rich, and packed with bold Mediterranean ingredients. ⏱️ Time: Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 20–25 minutes Total: ~45 minutes Ingredients: For the Salmon: … Read more

 Greek Spinach and Mushroom Gnocchi Skillet This warm and hearty dish features pillowy gnocchi sautéed until golden, then tossed with garlicky mushrooms, baby spinach, tangy feta cheese, and fresh herbs — all in a light lemon-olive oil glaze. A comforting vegetarian main ready in 30 minutes, all in one skillet!  Time: Prep time: 10 minutes … Read more

Greek Potato Salad with Feta, Capers, and Dill This Greek-style potato salad features tender potatoes tossed with crumbled feta, briny capers, red onion, fresh dill, and a lemony olive oil vinaigrette. It’s refreshing, rustic, and ideal as a side for grilled meats, fish, or part of a mezze spread. Time: Prep time: 10 minutes Cook … Read more

Roasted Eggplant Salad with Feta and Cherry Tomatoes This roasted eggplant salad is a rich and savory dish featuring caramelized eggplant, burst cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, and fresh herbs tossed in a lemon-garlic vinaigrette. It’s earthy, tangy, and satisfying — perfect warm or room temperature, as a side or a light main. Time: Prep time: … Read more

Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad This hearty, refreshing salad is loaded with chickpeas, crisp cucumbers, sweet tomatoes, red onion, briny olives, fresh herbs, and tangy crumbled feta — all tossed in a zesty lemon-oregano vinaigrette. It’s perfect for meal prep, picnics, or quick weeknight dinners. Time: Prep time: 15 minutes No cook needed Total time: 15 … Read more

One Pan Greek Meatballs and Lemon Potatoes This dish brings together juicy Greek-style meatballs (keftedes) with garlicky, oregano-infused lemon potatoes roasted to golden perfection. Everything cooks in one pan for easy prep and clean-up, and the flavors are bold, comforting, and authentically Mediterranean. Time: Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 45–50 minutes Total time: ~1 … Read more

Creamy Garlic Spinach Pasta This pasta dish is packed with garlicky flavor, creamy texture, and vibrant green spinach for balance. It’s comfort food with a Mediterranean flair — light enough not to feel heavy but rich enough to feel indulgent. Time: Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 20–25 minutes Total time: ~30 minutes Serves: 4 … Read more

Greek Style Grilled Chicken Skewers These chicken skewers are marinated in olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, and a hint of yogurt for tenderness. Grilled until golden and slightly charred, they’re a classic Greek street food and a great addition to any Mediterranean meal. Time: Prep time: 15 minutes Marinate: 30 minutes to 4 hours … Read more

Delicious BBQ Chicken Salad This BBQ chicken salad combines juicy, smoky chicken tossed in barbecue sauce with a fresh, crunchy base of lettuce, corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and avocado. It’s all tied together with a BBQ-ranch dressing and topped with crispy tortilla strips for a satisfying crunch.  Time: Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: … Read more

 Fresh and Crunchy Lexingtonian House Salad This salad is a crunchy, colorful mix of iceberg and romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, red cabbage, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, radishes, and crispy fried onions. It’s all tossed in a sweet-and-sour house vinaigrette, often featuring a bit of sugar and cider vinegar. Classic, simple, and totally crave-worthy.  Time: Prep time: … Read more