
20 Dishes Inspired by the Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional foods in countries along the Mediterranean Sea including Greece, Italy, Spain, and France. Some research suggests that the people living in these regions tend to be healthier, happier, and live longer. Sign us up for that! Their food is vibrant, full of flavor, made with whole foods, and heart healthy. Feeling inspired? Allow this list of 20 Dishes Inspired by the Mediterranean Diet to be your guide!

Oh yes, the sunny shores of the Mediterranean are lapping in your kitchen! Greek Comfort Casserole plays on the modern Greek version of moussaka, layering savory eggplant slices in between a homemade meat sauce, with plenty of Greek-inspired spices, and a creamy béchamel complete with sharp parmesan. There's no comfort quite like this Greek Comfort Casserole!
This Easy Caprese Salad is truly delicious, fresh, and so quick to make. Simply slice the ingredients, arrange, and voilà! Feel free to have a little fun with your Easy Caprese Salad and arrange the ingredients in your favorite shapes; why not stack the creamy mozzarella and fresh tomatoes in a stack for a towering salad? How about a candy cane shape at Christmas, or a heart for a bridal shower or Valentine's? The flavor combination is a classic in bright garden tastes so it's a perfect side for almost any meal regardless of the season.
Santorini Burgers take the traditional turkey burger on an international trip to the sapphire waters of the Aegean Sea! The burger remains as juicy and savory as ever, now with plenty of Greek seasonings and sharp feta cheese. On top, Santorini Burgers pile on a bright and tangy tomato salad and a creamy, refreshing, and homemade tzatziki sauce for some extra Mediterranean flavor. There hasn't been a turkey burger before or since that's as luxurious, indulgent, and just plain sunny!
While the name might suggest a Spanish origin, Chicken Marbella actually traces its history back to New York City's Jewish population in the 1970s; this was and still is a classic Shabbat dinner designed to amaze and relax everyone at the table. The fatty, savory chicken thighs are braised in a tangy, sweet, and aromatic sauce infused with the rich floral flavor of plums. Served over tender couscous and with a meaty, sparklingly bright wine sauce, Chicken Marbella is how you really begin a weekend!
While pasta primavera is an American dish, the name itself is Italian for "Spring Pasta." Garden-Fresh Primavera embraces the springtime feeling with a cornucopia of fresh vegetables, from crisp bell peppers to juicy zucchinis to bright green peas. All of these fresh delights are mixed in a cheesy sauce with tender fettuccine for a pasta experience that is as refreshing as it is hearty. Garden-Fresh Primavera comes together without much fuss and in under half an hour, so you can always throw it together for a wonderful lunch or a light dinner that emphasizes flavor over fastidiousness. Spring truly has come!

Jazz up your lunch with a trip to the Southwest! Zest-For-Life Salad has a flavor zeal that will make you squeal with delight. Crispy romaine lettuce grabs some excitement from the savory chicken, sweet corn, nutty black beans, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, tangy red onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips all piled on top. The yumminess is stimulated even more with an unbelievably delicious Greek yogurt-based, taco-seasoned dressing drizzled on top. Yum! Go on and get out there! Live life on the wild side with this Zest-For-Life Salad. It will be life-changing!
Lamb Souvlaki is a classic Greek dish that’s ready in just 35 minutes and bursting with Mediterranean flavors. What’s better than that? The meat is succulent and juicy after it’s marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, oregano, garlic and onion! Serve Lamb Souvlaki with a cucumber, tomato and feta salad for an authentic meal.

One of the most classic soups of all time is now even more comforting! Wonderfully juicy chicken is heated right in the savory broth alongside tender cheese tortellini and hearty beans. The soup is herbaceous, cheesy, and just a bit spicy for true intrigue! You'll know exactly how amazing Italian Chicken Minestrone is from the first bite!

Niçoise Salad, or Salade Niçoise, is perhaps one of the most beloved summertime salads in the world. Seriously! Top chefs around the world find this French salad to be one of sumptuous and scrumptious quality. Simply put, it is a masterpiece of mixed flavors! How does Niçoise Salad accomplish this? By combining hard-boiled eggs, salty and savory tuna, hearty and fluffy potatoes, and juicy tomatoes all atop a bed of crisp lettuce, and then drizzled with a truly boisterous mix of sweet honey, sour mustard, and fragrant garlic. In other words, this salad feels like some of the best French cooking you've ever had in a single, refreshing dish. Time to grab a fork and dive in to find out what the hype is all about!

Turns out, Spanish chefs master the french fry beyond what most people could ever believe! These potatoes are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and coated in a zesty, spicy seasoning blend. Served with a classic creamy dipping sauce with a distinct heat and rich tomato flavor, Favorite Patatas has one goal; to become your favorite! And you'll find it succeeds from the first bite!

Salmon aren't usually seen in the turquoise waters dancing off the coast of Greece, but the succulent, rosy fish still makes a great pairing with classic Greek flavors! Greek Salmon Salad seasons the tender, sweet seafood with herbaceous dill and then places it atop a salad with a classically creamy and zesty dressing. Even the salad itself gets into the Mediterranean feeling with crumbles of sharp feta and fragrant olive over everything! Greek Salmon Salad is a subtle fusion of flavors that is sure to amaze!

Italian dishes are exciting to make and even more exciting to eat. Yum-Yum Chicken Scallopini is a deliciously simple meal that everyone will fall in love with. Thinly sliced chicken breasts are seasoned and fried until golden, then immersed in a creamy sauce loaded with cremini mushrooms. Yum-Yum Chicken Scallopini is a wonderful, easy meal to entertain your guests' taste buds that will keep them coming back for more. Yum, yum!

Hey, it's time to bring the family together to celebrate! What are you celebrating? Does it matter when it's an occasion for My Big Fat Greek Chicken? The answer is no. Chicken thighs marinated in garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice are bright, herbaceous, and succulent, pan-seared for a crispy golden skin, and served with tender Mediterranean vegetables. My Big Fat Greek Chicken is a wedding of great flavors and it will be a feast of a dinner! Opa!

Goodness gracious... shrimp have never had it this good! Calling all seafood lovers! No-Time Italian Shrimp will have you dropping the anchor for this easy, anytime meal. Fresh, plump shrimp are tossed with a buttery, Italian-seasoned sauce, quickly baked, and adorned atop a bed of al dente pasta for an amazingly fast, restaurant-quality meal. Let No-Time Italian Shrimp cast the net at your next gathering for a robust dinner everyone will we raving about. Fast flavor never tasted so good!

Summertime is for salads, and we just love everything about it! Any excuse to chow down on a refreshing, crunchy munch like this Barley Salad makes us all the more excited for the fun and freedom the season brings. Whether you're basking in the sun right now, or simply longing to, this big bowl of fluffy barley tossed with summer-fresh veggies, creamy feta cheese, and your favorite Greek dressing is sure to make all your winter blues melt away. Let the sunshine in (actually or metaphorically), grab a fork, and soak up every ounce of warm weather flavor Barley Salad has to offer!

Let's add some life back into your side dish game. These Greek Lemon Potatoes are the perfect way to perk things up! Easily seasoned with garlic, oregano, and the perfect touch of lemon, these crispy potatoes go well with any main meat dish that you have in mind. Greek Lemon Potatoes will become the most requested potato pick for all of your wonderful gatherings. Everyone is going to love them!

Loaded Gyro Bowls don't play around when using the word "loaded." There are so many flavors on display in each nourishing, exciting bowl, you'll be bowled over! Juicy meatballs infused with zesty Greek seasonings, bright lemon rice, a refreshing cucumber and tomato salad, and all served with cool, creamy tzatziki? Mmmm, yes please! The fact you can get all these incredible components in a dish and on the table in under an hour is miraculous... but not as miraculous as actually eating these Loaded Gyro Bowls!

Whether you're dreaming of its beautiful beaches or rolling hillsides, this Tuscany Sun-Dried Pasta will take you there! Sunny days are sure to be ahead no matter where you eat a plateful of this fresh pasta dish that's tossed with some perfectly tender veggies and a light, citrusy sauce. In under 30 minutes, Tuscany Sun-Dried Pasta will be taking you to the delicious Italian destination of your choosing! Ah, it's just the best!
This light and cozy Greek-style Lemon Orzo Soup is the perfect summer soup for enjoying in the sun. With hearty veggies, warm shredded chicken, and a pop of zesty lemon, this soup tastes simultaneously bright and relaxing, almost like a sunbath in a bowl. Lemon Orzo Soup features tender cooked orzo, which soaks in the flavors and adds to the soup’s heartiness. Whether you are, it’s a beautiful day with a bowl of this soup.

It's sooooo hard to pick a favorite Italian dish, isn't it? Where do you even start? Well, for our money, we can't go wrong with Classic Chicken Florentine! Parmesan-crusted chicken that is savory and sharply nutty is already a winning dish, but then comes the Florentine special; a creamy, fragrant, spinach-filled sauce with notes of bright lemon mixed in! There's a reason that Classic Chicken Florentine is a classic, and we think you'll agree.

























