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Warm Potato Salad with Olives

Warm Potato Salad with Olives

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Slice potatoes 1/4 inch thick and place in a large saucepan. Add salted water to cover by about 1 inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer potatoes until tender, 6 to 8 minutes; do not overcook. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
  2. 2 Add red onion, and Kalamata olives to the warm potatoes; toss gently.
  3. 3 Whisk vinegar, parsley, olive oil, thyme, salt, pepper, and sugar together in a small bowl. Pour dressing over potato mixture, tossing gently. Serve warm or at room temperature.

By lutzflcat

Mediterranean Dip

Mediterranean Dip

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix cream cheese, garlic, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning together. Spread mixture onto the bottom of a round 10-inch dish. Spread hummus on top.
  2. 2 Mix tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and red onion together in a bowl; spread over the hummus. Sprinkle feta cheese on top. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

By Debbie

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Roast Turkey Breast

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Roast Turkey Breast

4.3

Prep
20 min
Cook
450 min
Total
470 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place turkey breast, onion, kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, 1/4 cup chicken broth, lemon juice, Greek seasoning, salt, and pepper in the crock of a slow cooker.
  2. 2 Cover and cook on Low for 7 hours.
  3. 3 Combine remaining 1/4 cup chicken broth and flour in a small bowl; whisk until smooth. Stir into the slow cooker.
  4. 4 Cover and cook on Low for 30 more minutes.

By Chris Dede

Mediterranean-Style Skillet Tuna Casserole

Mediterranean-Style Skillet Tuna Casserole

4.5

Prep
25 min
Cook
50 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook in the hot oil, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. 4 Add tuna, water, cranberries, tomatoes, olives, pine nuts, and parsley. Stir in cooked pasta.
  5. 5 Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake, covered, for 25 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese melted, about 5 more minutes.
  6. 6 Sprinkle with basil before serving.

By Amy Hill

Mediterranean-Style Stuffed Peppers

Mediterranean-Style Stuffed Peppers

3.0

Prep
35 min
Cook
45 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Cut one lemon half into 1/4-inch thick slices; remove any rind and quarter each slice. Juice the other half.
  3. 3 Combine cod, feta cheese, diced bell pepper, zucchini, onion, Kalamata and green olives, and lemon slices in a mixing bowl. Mix in oregano and season with salt and pepper. Add lemon juice and olive oil; toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  4. 4 Stuff peppers with the cod mixture. Wrap all peppers together in heavy-duty aluminum foil, creating a sealed pouch.
  5. 5 Bake in the oven until peppers are tender and cod is cooked through, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

By gpg

Tilapia Feta Florentine

Tilapia Feta Florentine

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
35 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in the hot oil until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add spinach to skillet; cook and stir until spinach is wilted and cooked down, 5 more minutes. Stir olives, feta cheese, lemon rind, salt, oregano, and white pepper into spinach. Cook until feta cheese has melted and flavors have blended, about 5 more minutes.
  3. 3 Spread spinach mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange tilapia fillets over spinach mixture. Mix butter and lemon juice in a small bowl and drizzle over fish; sprinkle with paprika.
  4. 4 Bake fish in the preheated oven until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily, 20 to 25 minutes.

By Eddie Riddell

Roasted Mediterranean Chicken

Roasted Mediterranean Chicken

4.6

Prep
25 min
Cook
30 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Place potatoes into a microwave-safe bowl, and cook in microwave oven on High setting for 2 minutes; turn potatoes over (watch for steam) and cook 2 more minutes on High. Set potatoes aside.
  3. 3 Mix together the Alfredo sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic in a bowl. Place the chicken pieces into the prepared baking dish, and generously brush chicken with about 1 cup of the mixture. Arrange the potatoes, tomatoes, and garlic cloves around the chicken. Brush the vegetables with the remaining sauce mixture. Sprinkle the chicken and vegetables with rosemary and olives.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the chicken should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

By IrisMac

Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Salad

4.9

Prep
25 min
Cook
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix zucchini, chickpeas, tomatoes, red bell pepper, onion, feta, Kalamata olives, olive oil, basil, vinegar, rosemary, capers, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl.

By ChristineM

Festive Olive and Cheese Appetizer

Festive Olive and Cheese Appetizer

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Arrange rosemary sprigs in a 10-inch-diameter circle to resemble a wreath. Start by placing one sprig at a 45-degree angle with the leafy tip facing outwards. Continue adding sprigs in the same direction until you have formed a full circle.
  2. 2 Arrange clusters of mozzarella balls, olives, and tomatoes over rosemary sprigs.

By Jones

Feta Cheese Turkey Burgers

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

Mediterranean Cauliflower Steaks

Mediterranean Cauliflower Steaks

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Trim leaves off cauliflower and slice into thick "steaks", 1 1/2 to 2 inches thick. Brush with olive oil and garlic on both sides.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill cauliflower steaks until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes per side.
  3. 3 Top each steak with a generous amount of hummus. Divide olives, red pepper, and nutritional yeast evenly on top. Cut zucchini into ribbons using a spiralizer. Garnish steaks with zucchini ribbons.

By Elle

Kalamata Olive and Garlic Bread

Kalamata Olive and Garlic Bread

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium bowl dissolve sugar in 1/2 cup warm water. To proof yeast, stir in yeast and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes in a warm place.
  2. 2 Preheat oven to 105 degree F (40 degrees C). Warm an oven-safe bowl in the oven.
  3. 3 Place flour in bowl of food processor. Add salt and pulse for a few seconds.
  4. 4 Start food processor. Pour proofed yeast into flour through hole. Immediately add the additional 3/4 cup warm water, then the olive oil. Process for about 1 minute or until dough ball cleans the sides of the processor bowl. If dough is too wet add a little flour through the top while processing, or if too dry, add a little more water.
  5. 5 Turn off food processor. Remove lid and transfer dough to the heated bowl. Cover with a plate or plastic wrap.
  6. 6 Let rise for a half hour in a warm place, like the lukewarm oven.
  7. 7 In a small bowl, combine minced garlic and chopped olives. Set aside.
  8. 8 Once dough has risen, transfer dough to a lightly floured board. Make an indentation in the dough and place olive mixture inside. Knead dough 10 times. Bulk of mixture should remain in middle of dough. Form dough into a log or round loaf shape.
  9. 9 Grease a pie pan (for a round loaf) or a baking sheet (for a log) and dust with cornmeal. Place loaf on prepared pan, cover with greased plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
  10. 10 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  11. 11 Bake bread in preheated oven until browned and loaf sounds hollow when tapped, about 30 minutes. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.

By Martha Dibblee

Tirokafteri (Spicy Greek Feta Dip)

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

Mexican-Greek Stuffed Green Peppers

Mexican-Greek Stuffed Green Peppers

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
70 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add water and taco seasoning to ground beef; cook and stir until until water evaporates, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Mix ground beef mixture, rice, tomato soup, tomato, mushrooms, red onion, feta cheese, and green onions together in a bowl; spoon into green bell peppers. Arrange stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until peppers are softened and filling is cooked through, about 1 hour. Serve with kalamata olives on the side.

By crystal419

Zhug Chicken

Zhug Chicken

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
155 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons zhug sauce over each piece of chicken. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Remove from fridge about 30 minutes before cooking so chicken is at room temperature.
  2. 2 Remover the outer leaves from artichokes to expose the core leaves and hearts. Cut artichokes into quarters. Put them into a bowl, cover with water, and add lemon juice. Mix artichokes around and set aside.
  3. 3 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  4. 4 Place marinated chicken into a deep baking dish. Drain artichokes and add them around the chicken, pushing them down to keep them from being exposed and drying out. Top with olives and sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. 5 Bake, uncovered, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By Buckwheat Queen

Key West Penne

Key West Penne

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  2. 2 Heat a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Combine shrimp, scallops, artichokes and sun dried tomatoes, then cook until shrimp turn pink. Reduce heat, and stir in cream and parmesan. Toss with cooked pasta, and sprinkle olives on top.

By Traci

Greek Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

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

Mediterranean Pasta with Greens

Mediterranean Pasta with Greens

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Stir in pasta, cook for 10 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  2. 2 Place chard in a microwave safe bowl. Fill bowl about 1/2 full with water. Cook on High in the microwave 5 minutes, until limp; drain.
  3. 3 Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, green olives, and garlic. Mix in the chard. Cook and stir until tender. Toss with pasta and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to serve.

By Lia Soscia

Muffuletta

Muffuletta

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
140 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine the kalamata olives, green olives, basil, garlic and oil in a food processor or blender and process until coarsely chopped.
  2. 2 Cut the top from the bread loaf and hollow out the center so that about 1/2 inch of crust remains. Spread olive mixture evenly over the inside of the loaf. Layer the salami, cheese, tomatoes and onion until the loaf is full.
  3. 3 Replace top of bread, lightly press down and wrap tightly in plastic wrapping. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 1 day. Slice crosswise in about 1 1/2 inch pieces, and serve.

By LYNNC51

Greek Flank Steak

Greek Flank Steak

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
12 min
Total
32 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat a charcoal griller (such as Big Green Egg®) to 375 degrees F (175 degrees C) and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Lay flank steak on a flat work surface. Cut steak from one side through the middle horizontally to within 1/2 inch of the other side. Open the two sides and spread them out like an open book.
  3. 3 Arrange butcher's twine on a plate, enough to cover the length of the steak. Place each string about 1 inch apart. Place steak on top; season with salt and pepper. Lay down a thick bed of spinach on top. Scatter feta cheese, olives, and bacon over the spinach.
  4. 4 Roll steak up starting from the edge closest to you, pressing filling down to tighten the roll. Tie with butcher's twine.
  5. 5 Cook over direct heat, turning at least once, until steak is beginning to firm and is hot and slightly pink in the center, 6 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).

By DREW10UGA

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Beef with Artichokes

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Beef with Artichokes

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
430 min
Total
450 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook beef in hot oil until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer beef to a slow cooker.
  2. 2 Add artichoke hearts, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker. Pour in beef broth, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes. Stir in olives, oregano, parsley, basil, cumin, and bay leaf.
  3. 3 Cook on Low until beef is tender, about 7 hours.

By JennaBee

Grilled Tilapia with Tomato-Olive Tapenade

Grilled Tilapia with Tomato-Olive Tapenade

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place tilapia fillets on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil.
  3. 3 Bake tilapia in the preheated oven until opaque and easily flaked with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes.
  4. 4 Combine chopped tomatoes, olives, onion, and capers in a small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes begin to break down and tapenade flavors are combined, 5 to 10 minutes. Spoon tapenade over baked fillets.

By Kat

Spicy Asparagus with Garlic

Spicy Asparagus with Garlic

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add asparagus and blanch until the asparagus turns a vibrant green, about 1 minute. Transfer asparagus to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Remove asparagus from the ice bath, drain, and set aside.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, just until it becomes fragrant, about 30 seconds. Season with pepper flakes, add asparagus, and quickly toss in the seasoned oil. Heat until asparagus is just crisp-tender, not overly soft, 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir in olives and season with salt and pepper. Serve with lemon wedges.

By lutzflcat

Greek Veggie Pizza

Greek Veggie Pizza

5.0

Prep
25 min
Cook
15 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. 2 Stir cucumber, sour cream, dill, oregano, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, and onion powder together in a bowl; cover and chill.
  3. 3 Unwrap pizza and discard cardboard. Place red pepper, feta cheese, and olives on top of the pizza. Top with sliced tomato and sprinkle with black pepper.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove pizza from the oven and top with red onion, basil, and Greek sauce to serve.

By Chef Mo

Aglio e Olio alla Fremont

Aglio e Olio alla Fremont

3.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread hazelnuts onto a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bake in the preheated oven until hazelnuts become fragrant, about 10 minutes. Allow hazelnuts to cool completely on baking sheet. Rub cooled hazelnuts between your palms to remove the bitter paper-like skins. Transfer hazelnuts to a resealable bag and close. Crush nuts using a rolling pin.
  3. 3 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.
  4. 4 Pour enough olive oil into a skillet over medium heat to coat the bottom; cook and stir pepperoncini peppers and garlic in the hot oil until garlic is golden, about 3 minutes. Add sun-dried tomatoes, hazelnuts, and anchovy paste; cook and stir until warmed, about 2 minutes.
  5. 5 Transfer spaghetti to the hazelnut mixture; add Marsala wine. Toss mixture in skillet over medium heat until evenly combined and wine is slightly evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes. Split spaghetti mixture onto 2 plates; top with olives.

By Patrick Lipo

Quick Lemony Panzanella

Quick Lemony Panzanella

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
5 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over both sides of the focaccia. Place on a grill pan or directly on the grill grate. Toast until nicely browned, flipping as needed, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, cucumber, onion, bell pepper, olives, banana peppers, basil, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper in a nonreactive bowl. Add 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard; stir until combined.
  4. 4 Remove focaccia from the grill and rub 1 side of each slice with garlic. Tear slices into bite-sized pieces. Add to the vegetables and stir to coat. Serve at room temperature.

By MsFrilly

Arugula Salad with Avocado Citrus Vinaigrette

Arugula Salad with Avocado Citrus Vinaigrette

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the avocado, red onion, lime juice, grapefruit juice, rice wine vinegar, black pepper, and sea salt in a blender, and process until smooth, about 30 seconds. While the blender is running, drizzle in the olive oil; add honey, cilantro, mint, and basil leaves, and process for a few more seconds to leave the herbs visible as small flecks.
  2. 2 Toss the arugula, kalamata olives, and cherry tomatoes in a salad bowl; sprinkle with shaved Parmesan cheese. Pour vinaigrette over the salad, and toss to serve.

By foodfidelity

Grape Leaves Aleppo

Grape Leaves Aleppo

4.5

Prep
45 min
Cook
75 min
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Soak rice in cold water, and drain. Mix together ground lamb, rice, allspice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well blended. Place about 1 tablespoon of the meat mixture onto the center of each grape leaf. Fold leaf over once, turn in the edges on each side, and then roll the leaf closed.
  2. 2 Stack leaf rolls in a large pot, covering each layer with slices of garlic. Add just enough water to cover rolls, then pour in lemon juice. Add olives to the pot for flavoring. Place a plate on top of the rolls to keep them under the water.
  3. 3 Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour 15 minutes. Taste rice for doneness. Grape leaves taste even better after sitting for several hours. Serve and enjoy.

By Robert Shagawat