Mediterranean Cuisine Recipes

The health benefits of Quinoa are well known. But if its peculiar and bland taste is stopping you from including it in your regular diet, try this flavourful Mediterranean Quinoa bowl. This simple recipe uses fresh vegetables with Quinoa and a smoky red bell pepper sauce to dress them up. It is a very versatile recipe and you can use any seasonal vegetables of your choice. If you don't mind the indulgence you can also add Feta cheese to your bowl. Serve this healthy Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl on ...

Manakish Zaatar is a traditional Lebanese variety of pita bread spiced with Zaatar. This Middle Eastern delicacy is similar to a pizza, made of soft pita base topped with zaatar spice mix. Zaatar spice mix is a slightly sour spice which is a mixture of sumac berries (dried and powdered), thyme, oregano, sesame seeds and some salt. It can be easily made at home and when used in many breads, for seasoning salads and other things it adds a distinct Middle Eastern touch to every dish. Serve Manakish ...

The Mediterranean Stuffed Pepper Recipe (with Zucchini, Olives, Couscous & Feta) are special hors d'oeuvre that make simple yet elegant appetizers for your parties. I love it for the fact that sometimes when I host parties I pre make the parcels the previous day and barbecue them when I am ready to serve. You could do this as well. It is absolutely simple, easy and tastes delectable. Serve Mediterranean Stuffed Pepper Recipe (with Zucchini, Olives, Couscous & Feta) with Tabbouleh ...

Baklava is a crispy, rich, sweet pastry made of layers of phyllo dough filled with nuts and drenched with honey syrup. This ethnic Middle Eastern confection has been in my mind for several months, and this weekend made its grand entry into my kitchen. Few months back a traditional Turkish restaurant opened in our area and they had the best Baklavas I have tasted. Ever since I ate in that restaurant, I wanted to make this pastry, but just the labor made me postponing it. Once I actually started making, ...

Baba Ganoush is a Levantine dish made with roasted beetroot and eggplant mixed with Tahini paste and flavored with various seasoning. This recipe is a healthy twist to the classic with the addition of beetroot, an iron rich vegetable making it a healthier and colourful version of Baba Ganoush.  Serve Baba Ganoush as part of a mezze platter with Classic Hummus, Tzatziki, Fattoush and Tabbouleh along with Pita Bread If you are looking for more Dips here are some : 1. Spinach Hummus ...

Pita Sandwich With Cauliflower Falafel And Roasted Vegetables Recipe is a baked cauliflower stuffed sandwich. Falafel is a deep fried ball or patty made from ground chickpeas, beans or both. Falafel is a traditional middle eastern food, commonly served in a pita bread. The falafel are topped with salads, pickled vegetables, variety of sauces and drizzled with tahini sauce. This is a recipe with the twist as we are using cauliflower as major ingredient for falafel. Cauliflower Falafel can also be ...

Pitta or Pita Bread is a round pocket bread that is predominant in the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Cuisines. Traditionally called as khubz (ordinary bread) it is similar to the Indian flat puffed flatbread (Phulkas ) which is also a bread of the common man. It can be made in various shapes and sizes, although if you are going to use it as a pocket for filling then the circular shape is preferred.   Traditionally and even now in most middle eastern countries, the bread is prepared in the ...

Barley & Roasted Vegetable Skillet Salad is a wholesome salad that is made from barley and flavored with olives and basil. The addition of the roasted vegetables to the barley salad makes it palatable and packed with nutrition. Serve the Barley & Roasted Vegetable Skillet Salad for a wholesome lunch box or even a weeknight dinner along with a cold soup. Did you know: Barley has a nutty flavor and is a great substitute for Rice or Pasta. Barley helps to reduce the blood sugar, blood pressure ...

Tzatziki is a greek yogurt dip is made with hung yogurt and flavoured with olive oil, garlic and parsley. Be it a holiday or a party the Tzatziki is a perfect and healthy appetizers dip to be served for parties. If you have greek yogurt available in the stores near you, then you could use that to make the Tzatziki rich and delicious Serve the Tzatziki Recipe - A Greek Yogurt Dip as an appetizer dips along with Oven Baked Lemon & Herb Zucchini Fries Recipe or High ...

This Middle Eastern style Roasted Carrot Hummus Falafel Wrap makes a quick weeknight dinner or can also be had as a healthy breakfast. When summers are around and you go on picnics with friends and family, the hummus falafel wrap can be made quickly when you have the ingredients handy. The falafels are made in a Kuzhi Paniyaram Pan and this way of making falafels uses less oil.  Serve the Roasted Carrot Hummus Falafel Wrap Recipe along with Vegetarian Mexican Tacos With ...

Vanilla Flavored Kunafa recipe is an oriental dessert, which is very popular in the holy fasting month of Ramadan. It is made from noodle like pastry long threads, filled with cream and soaked in sugar syrup. There are many ways to make this recipe. I’m doing an easy recipe which is best and tastes delicious. Serve the Vanilla Flavored Kunafa recipe yummy as a dessert to end a wholesome dinner with Lucknowi Murg Biryani or Hyderabadi Vegetable Biryani Recipe. Browse here for more Ramadan ...

Baked chicken is one of the simplest ways to cook chicken without adding too much oil/fat and the Lebanese Style Baked Chicken and Potatoes Recipe is one of the healthy styles of preparing chicken. The flavoring in baked chicken is very simple. This tangy- garlicky flavored baked chicken is a traditional Lebanese dish includes potatoes in it. Serve Lebanese Style Baked Chicken and Potatoes Recipe with some Lebanese Fattoush Salad Recipe by the side.  Here are a few more main course ...

Mediterranean Inspired Spicy Grilled Chicken Recipe is a chewy grilled chicken made with a marinade of ginger garlic paste, roasted red chilli paste, onion powder, red chilli flakes, dried oregano and parsley flakes.  This is also a versatile but spicy recipe that can be made into wraps when prepared with the chicken wings or breast instead. You can either grill it on a barbeque grill or on a skewer in the oven. But if you are deciding to grill it in an oven, you can keep them on a baking ...

Mediterranean Tomato Basil Sandwich Recipe With Sweet Piquanté Pepper is a pleasant addition to our list of summer sandwiches. The various colors and textures in this Mediterranean sandwich are eye-pleasing and bursting with flavours of Sweet Piquanté Pepper, red onions and crunchy and juicy tomatoes. You can make it for parties of serve it to kids as an after school snack or even for your breakfast. You can also include it for your Iftaar parties during Ramzan. Serve Mediterranean Tomato ...

The Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Recipe is a house favorite that gets its full bodied flavor from the roasted red bell peppers, olive oil and chickpeas. Then finally the drizzle of olive oil and lemons completes the Hummus.  Hummus is so common these days that its almost as close to having street food. But getting the hummus right, with the right flavors and using ingredients from your own kitchen shelf and making do with what is available in the market, makes this recipe different. I typically ...

Orzo also called Risoni, is a type of short-cut pasta, which looks like a large grain of rice or a melon seed. This versatile pasta cooks very quickly and is mess-free to eat. A tangy, creamy Vinaigrette of Feta cheese and red wine vinegar lends a zesty Mediterranean flavour to the Orzo pasta. The salad is so easy to make that there is hardly any recipe to it. This recipe is just a rough guide, you can also adjust the quantity of ingredients according to your taste. This fresh, Mediterranean Orzo ...

Mini Pita Pizza With Tahini Roasted Vegetables Recipe is a Mediterranean style toasted pita as the base topped up with locally available vegetables. It just takes a little time to prep for the topping and it will be done in like few minutes to munch on these mini pizzas as your favorite appetizer or snack. The pizza can be baked in the oven or it can be just toasted on a grill or flat skillet to get the crunchy texture that you are looking for. Serve the Mini Pita Pizza With Tahini Roasted Vegetables ...

The hearty Couscous Raw Mango Salad Recipe is very simple and quick to make recipe that can be had as a meal by itself. The quick cooking couscous lends itself to a delicious salad and makes it refreshing with raw mangoes, parsley and cucumbers Did you know couscous is a good source of vegetarian protein. A 1-cup serving of cooked couscous gives you 6 grams of protein and is also a good for weight watchers. Serve the Couscous Raw Mango Salad Recipe for a wholesome summer dinner along with Quick ...

Thin, beautiful crepes, Savoury Crepes with Za'atar Spiced Chicken Recipe stuffed with an incredibly delicious Mediterranean za’atar spiced chicken, served with a perfect dijon mustard cream sauce. Takes hardly 20-30 minutes to make this recipe and these savoury crepes are perfect for breakfast, lunch or even for easy and quick dinner. Enjoy this step-by-step procedure to make the perfect za’atar spiced chicken stuffed savoury crepes and serve it with drizzled mustard cream sauce ...

Spanish Omelette Recipe or Tortilla Espanola is a thick, fluffy omelette made using potatoes and eggs. This is a basic recipe with potatoes, onions and eggs. You can also try a variation by adding coloured peppers or tomatoes and herbs. Using a non-stick pan helps to easily handle the omelette. It can be served on its own for breakfast or as a tapa snack (Spanish style appetizer) for brunch party.  Serve the Spanish Omelette along with Banana Almond & Prunes Smoothie for a wholesome ...

Dajaj Mechwi Recipe is Mediterranean grilled chicken which has wonderful spice blend in it. When you have friends over make these for them and you are sure to receive a lot of appreciation from them. With grilled chicken with wonderful spices in it, Dajaj Mechwi Recipe makes it a perfect lunch accompaniment along with some crusty bread, Ratatouille with Grilled Cottage Cheese Steak and salad. Here are more Mediterranean recipes for you Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad With Feta Vinaigrette ...

Persian Style Taftan Recipe is a leavened Bread that is famous from Persian, Pakistani and Uttar Pradesh. The bread is made from milk, yogurt and eggs. The bread is then sometimes flavored with saffron cardamom as well. It is then topped with kalonji seeds and baked in the often till golden brown. Note: I have over the years noticed that the flour that is used is very important to get the right texture. The more fresh the flour the better the bread, the more the flour has sat in your flour box or ...

Hummus is a dip or a spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas or other beans, blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic. It is popular in the Middle Eastern cuisine. It can be served with pita bread, carrots, nachos, or salted biscuits as well. It is a healthy snack which you can also have during your tea time break. This hummus can also be used as a spread for your sandwiches, rolls and shawarmas. Serve Hummus Flavoured With Garlic along with Pita Bread and Baba Ganoush ...

Lavash recipe is a traditional bread recipe id Lebanese made with spiced refined flour. Spices like chilli flakes, oregano and sesame is used to add flavours to the Crispy lavash. Crispy Lavash Recipe | Lebanese Bread (Eggless) is easy to prepare and delicious in taste which can be served with Roasted Broccoli And Potato Dip Recipe or any of your favourite dip. If you like this recipe, also try Fluffy & Crispy Cheese Herbed Biscuits Recipe How to Make Homemade Pita Bread Southern Buttermilk ...