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Best Greek Quinoa Salad
Side Dish Greek

Best Greek Quinoa Salad

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring broth and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer quinoa to a large bowl and set aside to cool, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Mix tomatoes, parsley, kalamata olives, onion, feta cheese, olive oil, vinegar, and garlic into quinoa. Squeeze lemon juice over quinoa salad, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Chill in refrigerator, 1 to 4 hours.

By AllisonKaye

Red Chard and Caramelized Onions
Side Dish American

Red Chard and Caramelized Onions

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a cast iron skillet, cook onions in olive oil over medium-high heat until they begin to brown. Stir in brown sugar, and continue cooking for a few minutes.
  2. 2 When onions are brown and tender, stir in chard and olives. Cook until chard is slightly wilted. Stir in capers and salt, and continue cooking until chard is completely wilted, about 3 minutes. Season with black pepper and squeeze lemon over the top.

By Syd

Pesto Penne Primavera
Side Dish

Pesto Penne Primavera

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Make pesto: Combine basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic in a food processor; blend until well combined and consistency is that of fresh pesto.
  2. 2 Start pasta: Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook penne in boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil over the pasta and toss to coat.
  3. 3 While the pasta is cooking, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pine nuts and toss in hot oil until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes; remove to a plate and set aside.
  4. 4 Add asparagus, zucchini, olives, red pepper, and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet; cook and stir until hot, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir pine nuts into the vegetable mixture.
  5. 5 Add cooked pasta and about 1/4 cup of the pesto, or more to your liking, to the skillet and toss to combine.
  6. 6 Serve in bowls topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

By Mikey's Kitchen

Romaine Salad with Orange and Olives
Side Dish American

Romaine Salad with Orange and Olives

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk together olive oil, orange juice and vinegar in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  2. 2 Cut orange sections in half and add to a large bowl along with romaine lettuce, arugula, olives, and red onion. Toss until well combined.
  3. 3 Drizzle half the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Garnish with pine nuts. Serve the remaining dressing on the side to be used at the table.

By lutzflcat

Lisa's Favorite Mexican Rice
Side Dish Mexican

Lisa's Favorite Mexican Rice

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a casserole dish with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion and garlic in hot oil until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes; add ground beef and continue to cook while breaking beef into small pieces with a wooden spoon until the beef is completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Season beef mixture with the taco seasoning mix.
  3. 3 Stir beef mixture, rice, vegetables, kidney beans, 1 cup Cheddar cheese, salsa, and olives together in the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the mixture.
  4. 4 Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is melted and the dish is hot in the center, about 30 minutes.

By Sheryl Cole

Asparagus and Tomato Panzanella
Side Dish Italian

Asparagus and Tomato Panzanella

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toss bread cubes, ¼ cup oil, and garlic together on a large baking sheet; season with salt and black pepper.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, about 15 minutes, stirring and flipping bread cubes about halfway through. Cool.
  4. 4 Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water; set aside. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil; cook asparagus in the boiling water until bright green and just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer asparagus to ice water to cool. Drain; dry on a clean towel. Cut asparagus into thirds.
  5. 5 Toss bread cubes, asparagus, cucumber, yellow tomatoes, onion, olives, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and capers in a large bowl. Whisk vinegar and remaining ¼ cup oil in a small bowl; season with salt and black pepper. Pour vinaigrette over bread mixture; toss to combine. Set aside before serving for 20 minutes.

By Sarahscakes

Ratatouille with Polenta Rounds
Side Dish Italian

Ratatouille with Polenta Rounds

4.0

Prep
25 min
Cook
35 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large baking dish.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir eggplant, zucchini, onion, green bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and garlic until vegetables start to become tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in wine, basil, thyme, and oregano; season with salt and black pepper. Bring ratatouille to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Pour ratatouille into prepared baking dish and arrange polenta slices and mozzarella cheese rounds over the top.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is simmering and mozzarella cheese is melted and bubbling, about 20 minutes.

By emzily23

Feta Cheese Turkey Burgers
Dinner Greek

Feta Cheese Turkey Burgers

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. 2 Combine turkey, feta cheese, olives, oregano, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix together, and form into patties.
  3. 3 Lightly oil the grate. Place patties on the grill. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning halfway through.

By Lorna

Greek Quinoa
Lunch Greek

Greek Quinoa

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer quinoa to a large serving bowl and let cool completely.
  2. 2 Drizzle olive oil over cooled quinoa and stir. Fold olives, feta cheese, tomatoes, and basil through the quinoa.

By Lindsay

Greek Pizza with Spinach, Feta and Olives
Greek

Greek Pizza with Spinach, Feta and Olives

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
12 min
Total
42 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Adjust oven rack to lowest position, and heat oven to 450 degrees. Mix mayonnaise, garlic and 1/2 cup feta in a small bowl. Place pizza crust on a cookie sheet; spread mayonnaise mixture over pizza, then top with tomatoes, olives and oregano. Bake until heated through and crisp, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Toss spinach and onion with the 1 Tb. sun-dried tomato oil. Top hot pizza with spinach mixture and remaining 1/2 cup feta cheese. Return to oven and bake until cheese melts, about 2 minutes longer. Cut into 6 slices and serve.

By USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Tirokafteri (Spicy Greek Feta Dip)
Dinner Greek

Tirokafteri (Spicy Greek Feta Dip)

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine feta cheese, red peppers, oil, vinegar, garlic, and pepper flakes in a food processor; puree in pulses until smooth. Avoid over-mixing as the heat from the food processor can make the tirokafteri runny.
  2. 2 Taste and adjust seasoning as desired, adding more red pepper flakes, vinegar, or garlic to taste.
  3. 3 Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with olives, if using. Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving.

By chpmnk42

Greek Layer Dip
Appetizer Greek

Greek Layer Dip

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spread the hummus in a smooth layer in an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Layer the feta cheese, cucumber, tomato, and Kalamata olives on top.
  3. 3 Whisk together the olive oil and oregano in a small bowl, then drizzle over the Kalamata olives. Refrigerate up 24 hours before serving.

By k8e204

Greek Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
Dinner Greek

Greek Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Cut salmon into 4 even pieces and place in the middle of the prepared sheet pan. Sprinkle with garlic salt. Scatter asparagus around salmon.
  3. 3 Stir together olive oil, lemon juice, and Greek seasoning in a small bowl. Combine feta cheese and olives in a second bowl.
  4. 4 Brush half the oil mixture over salmon and drizzle the remainder over the asparagus.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until salmon easily flakes with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes, depending on thickness of the salmon. Sprinkle salmon with feta mixture during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

By France Cevallos

Greek Rice Salad
Greek

Greek Rice Salad

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring brown rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool, fluffing occasionally with a fork.
  2. 2 Toss avocado and lemon juice together in a large bowl. Add tomatoes, cucumber, feta, onion, olives, mint, olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper to the bowl; lightly toss the mixture until evenly combined.
  3. 3 Fold cooled rice gently into the mixture. Serve immediately or chill up to 1 hour; the salad does not last well for more than a day as the tomato and cucumber begin to release their juices and the salad becomes watery.

By Audrey Noland

7-Layer Greek Dip
Appetizer Greek

7-Layer Greek Dip

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spread hummus evenly in a pie dish and sprinkle with Greek seasoning. Layer feta cheese over humus, breaking up any large pieces. Layer Kalamata olives and diced cucumber on top. Spread tzatziki sauce carefully on top. Top with tomatoes and green onions. Chill until ready to serve.

By JamieDunlap

Mediterranean Chicken with Pepperoncini and Kalamatas
Dinner Greek

Mediterranean Chicken with Pepperoncini and Kalamatas

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
390 min
Total
410 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Layer whole pepperoncini on the bottom of a slow cooker. Sprinkle the olive slices and garlic on top of the peppers.
  2. 2 Rinse chicken and pat dry. Place on top of pepperoncini mixture. Sprinkle chicken with 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika, the salt, pepper and lemon zest. Slowly pour in lemon juice.
  3. 3 Cover and cook on low 6 to 6 1/2 hours or until meat easily pulls away from bone. Remove chicken to a warm plate and cover to keep warm.
  4. 4 Turn slow cooker on high. Skim fat from cooking liquid. Whisk in sour cream until blended. Cover and simmer on high until heated through 8 to 10 minutes depending on your cooker. Stir in pepper and paprika.

By beverlyb

Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves
Appetizer Greek

Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

4.4

Prep
45 min
Cook
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a bowl, mix the green olives, kalamata olives, Gorgonzola cheese, macadamia nuts, basil, tomatoes, bell pepper, garlic, and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. 2 Lay each grape leaf flat, and place a heaped tablespoonful of the olive and Gorgonzola mixture in the center. Fold or roll the leaves around the mixture. Chill until serving.

By LINDA

Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad
Salad Greek

Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
155 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in the boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, 6 to 7 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
  2. 2 Add tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Add salad dressing and mix thoroughly.
  3. 3 Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.

By Cindy Wilkinson Abel

Easy Mediterranean Fish
Dinner Greek

Easy Mediterranean Fish

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place halibut fillets on a large sheet of aluminum foil and season with Greek seasoning. Combine tomato, onion, olives, capers, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spoon tomato mixture over the halibut. Carefully seal all the edges of the foil to create a large packet. Place the packet on a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 30 to 40 minutes.

By mleiland

Greek-Inspired Seared Pork Chops
Dinner Greek

Greek-Inspired Seared Pork Chops

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place pork chops between sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound to flatten to 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides of the chops evenly with Greek seasoning.
  2. 2 Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Place 2 chops in the hot skillet and sear for 2 minutes. Flip and cook until chops are no longer pink in the center, or to desired degree of doneness, 2 to 4 more minutes. Set aside and keep warm. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet and repeat to cook remaining 2 chops.
  3. 3 Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet. Add tomatoes and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are slightly blistered and softened, about 3 minutes. Add olives and lemon juice and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. 4 Serve tomato mixture over pork chops and sprinkle each serving with feta cheese and parsley.

By Nicole McLaughlin

Greek Olive and Onion Bread
Dinner Greek

Greek Olive and Onion Bread

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
45 min
Total
185 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Sprinkle the yeast over 1/2 cup of warm water in a small bowl. The water should be no more than 100 degrees F (40 degrees C). Let stand for 5 minutes until the yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam.
  2. 2 Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and the onions. Cook and stir for 3 minutes, or until onions are soft. Remove the onions from heat and reserve.
  3. 3 Combine the bread flour, salt, sugar, dill, garlic powder, olives, and cooked onions in a large bowl and mix well. Add the yeast mixture and the remaining 1 3/4 cup water. Mix well until the ingredients have pulled together and have formed a sticky dough. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
  4. 4 Lightly oil a large bowl, then place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a light cloth and let rise in a warm place (80 to 95 degrees F (27 to 35 degrees C)) until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  5. 5 Lightly grease two baking sheets. Deflate the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Use a knife to divide the dough into two equal pieces-don't tear it. Shape into dough into round loaves, and place the loaves into the prepared pans. Cover the loaves with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
  6. 6 Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  7. 7 Bake loaves in the preheated oven until the tops are golden brown and the bottoms sound hollow when tapped, about 40 minutes. Cool slightly before slicing.

By healthyfoodie

Loaded Greek Fries
Dinner Greek

Loaded Greek Fries

3.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spread French fries on a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and crispy, 10 to 12 minutes. Sprinkle salt on potatoes when they come out of the oven.
  3. 3 Divide French fries evenly among plates and drizzle with tzatziki sauce. Top with red onion, banana peppers, olives, tomatoes, and feta cheese. Garnish with fresh parsley, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

By lutzflcat

Greek Orzo with Feta
Dinner Greek

Greek Orzo with Feta

4.4

Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir together olive oil, lemon juice, olives, tomatoes, red pepper, red onion, garlic, oregano, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and toss the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.

By lauryn

Instant Pot Greek Chicken
Dinner Greek

Instant Pot Greek Chicken

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function according to the manufacturer's instructions. Add oil and roasted garlic to the pot; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. 2 Season one side of chicken breasts with 1/2 each garlic and herb seasoning, garlic salt, and black pepper. Place breasts into the pot, seasoned-side down. Cook until browned, about 2 minutes. Season top side breasts with remaining 1/2 each garlic and herb seasoning, garlic salt, and black pepper. Flip and cook until other side is browned, about 2 minutes.
  3. 3 Arrange artichoke hearts and olives around chicken breasts in the pot, filling in any gaps on bottom and top of breasts; top with red onion. Pour dressing over chicken breasts.
  4. 4 Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  5. 5 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  6. 6 Remove chicken breasts from the pot. Whisk arrowroot starch into the liquid in the pot until combined. Return breasts to the pot. Allow sauce to thicken, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper; top with feta cheese.

By FestivelySouthern

Greek Cucumber Bean Salad
Lunch Greek

Greek Cucumber Bean Salad

Prep
25 min
Cook
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine great northern beans, fava beans, Kalamata olives, cucumbers, carrots, onion, and parsley in a large salad bowl.
  2. 2 Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a small glass measuring cup until it thickens slightly. Pour over the salad and mix well.
  3. 3 Add feta cheese and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate until flavors have blended, about 2 hours.

By Julie Galatocky