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Classic Greek Salad Makes a Great Main Dish

This classic Greek salad is the epitome of how fresh vegetables, olives, cheese, herbs, and a tasty light vinaigrette can make the perfect side dish or be just as satisfying as a main dish. Make it as a side salad and save any leftovers for lunch. 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 lemon , zest and juice of 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp honey Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup extra-virgin…
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Zesty Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken

Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Chickpeas

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Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Chickpeas

For this lentil salad, I have added chickpeas to the green lentils along with an abundance of herbs that just make the dish explode in your mouth. Then I have tossed in tomatoes, black olives and feta cheese to make it even more irresistible.  Not only is this lentil salad packed with flavor, but the splendid colors make it an inviting dish and great for any dinner party. While I like to serve…
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Classic Greek Salad Makes a Great Main Dish

Perfectly Grilled Steak and Marinated Vegetables

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Healthy Mediterranean Chickpea, Zucchini and Tomato Salad

Here is a wonderful bowlful of goodness that combines nutritious healthy vegetables and power-packed chickpeas. To add even a bigger boost of nutrients and flavor to this dish, I drizzled it with a light and easy spinach pesto. A delicious meal using nutritious healthy vegetables and power-packed chickpeas which is drizzled with a light and easy spinach pesto. 1 large zucchini, sliced Kosher…
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Zesty Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken

Classic Greek Salad Makes a Great Main Dish

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Mediterranean Breakfast Frittata

This Mediterranean breakfast frittata is a fantastic, satisfying addition to your morning routine. Filled with fresh vegetables and packed with good nutrients, you just can’t go wrong with this scrumptious frittata. Whenever I can, I love to have these delicious frittatas ready to go for me in the morning. You can follow the ingredients as listed using the asparagus, mushrooms, and leeks or…
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Classic Greek Salad Makes a Great Main Dish

Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Chickpeas

Holidays & Special OccasionsMain CourseMake-Ahead Dinner PartiesMediterranean Diet

Braised Lamb Shanks ~ Mediterranean Style

You will need to plan ahead to make these delectable lamb shanks, but the results are so worth it. When marinating overnight in a Persian-inspired combination of spices, the lamb takes on a whole new level of flavor. You can even make the dish up to 2 days ahead of time – just reheat and serve. This certainly is a company-worthy dish that is so easy to reheat and serve on the day of your dinner…
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Zesty Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken

Classic Greek Salad Makes a Great Main Dish

Easy WeeknightHolidays & Special OccasionsMain CourseMediterranean Diet

Crab Cakes with Creamy Cucumber Sauce

Crab Cakes with a Refreshing Cucumber Sauce You’ve never made quicker – or tastier – crab cakes than these. With zesty lemon, sweet bell pepper and a yogurt-cucumber sauce over top, these cakes offer an unbeatable flavor combination. Crab Cakes with Creamy Cucumber Sauce 12 fresh chives, cut into 3- or 4-inch lengths 1/2 cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded and cut into 3 or 4…
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Zesty Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken

Classic Greek Salad Makes a Great Main Dish