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Homemade Pita Bread

Homemade Pita Bread

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Total
195 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Place yeast in the bowl of a stand mixer and add 1 cup warm water and 1 cup flour. Whisk together, then let sit until mixture bubbles and foams, about 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Add 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil and salt into the yeast mixture, followed by 1 1/2 cups flour. Mix at low speed, using a dough hook attachment, until dough is soft, supple, and slightly sticky. Knead dough with machine on low speed until slightly springy and still soft, 5 to 6 minutes. If dough sticks to the sides of the bowl, add up to 1/4 cup more flour, a little at a time.
  4. 4 Turn dough out onto a floured work surface and form into a ball.
  5. 5 Wipe inside of bowl with 1/4 teaspoon olive oil. Turn dough around in bowl to lightly cover with oil; cover bowl with foil and let rise until dough has doubled in size, about 2 hours.
  6. 6 Once dough has doubled, remove from bowl and place onto a lightly floured work surface. Lightly pat into a flat shape about 1-inch thick. Use a knife to cut dough into 8 equal pieces.
  7. 7 Form each piece into a small round ball with a smooth top, pulling dough from the sides and tucking the ends underneath the bottom.
  8. 8 Cover dough balls with lightly oiled plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.
  9. 9 Transfer the dough balls to a lightly floured work surface and sprinkle the tops with flour. One at a time, gently pat the dough with your fingers, forming a flat, round disc about 1/4-inch thick. Let the shaped dough rest for 5 minutes.
  10. 10 Brush a cast iron skillet with remaining 3/4 teaspoon olive oil and place over medium-high heat. Lay one round of dough into the hot skillet; cook for 30 seconds, then flip and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Flip again and cook the first side for 1 to 2 minutes more, until both sides are golden brown.
  11. 11 Stack cooked breads on a plate; when cool enough to handle, slice breads in half and open the pocket inside for stuffing.

By John Mitzewich

Fantastic Fennel Bruschetta

Fantastic Fennel Bruschetta

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a bowl, mix together the tomatoes, onion, garlic, fennel seed, basil, 1/3 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper. Chill for at least 1 hour to blend the flavors.
  2. 2 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. 3 Brush both sides of bread slices with some of the 1/4 cup of olive oil; place slices onto a baking sheet. Toast the bread until golden brown and crunchy on the outside, about 3 minutes per side. To serve, spoon the tomato mixture onto the toasted bruschetta and arrange on a serving platter.

By Sally Rogers

Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Instant Pot Mediterranean Couscous Salad

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil; add couscous and mung beans. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add vegetable broth and 1 teaspoon salt. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  2. 2 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes and then quick-release the remaining pressure, about 5 minutes more. Unlock and remove lid. Fluff couscous with a fork. Let sit until cool, about 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Combine couscous, mung beans, cucumber, tomatoes, lemon juice, and cilantro in a bowl. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and pepper.

By Fioa

Kale Tabouleh Salad

Kale Tabouleh Salad

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour water, lemon juice, and olive oil over couscous in a bowl; cover with plastic wrap and let stand until liquid is absorbed and couscous is softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Mix kale, tomatoes, mushrooms, sumac, and salt into couscous mixture; refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.

By orangejellybean

Grilled Halloumi Wraps

Grilled Halloumi Wraps

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Set a grill pan on top of the grate.
  2. 2 Whisk together olive oil and lemon juice in a small bowl until well combined; set aside.
  3. 3 Toss together bell pepper and onion in a small bowl until combined. Mix in 1/2 of the oil mixture and season with salt. Transfer to the hot grill pan.
  4. 4 Cook vegetables on the preheated grill until lightly charred but still firm to the bite, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the pan from the grill and allow vegetables to cool. Lower the grill temperature to medium.
  5. 5 Brush halloumi cheese slices with remaining oil mixture.
  6. 6 Cook on the preheated grill, flipping carefully, until grill marks appear and cheese has softened slightly, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and place on an aluminum foil-covered plate to keep warm.
  7. 7 Spread tortillas with hummus and top with spinach. Divide grilled peppers and onions between tortillas, add 2 halloumi slices to each tortilla, then top with olives. Roll up and serve immediately.

By France Cevallos

Mediterranean-Inspired Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean-Inspired Chickpea Salad

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk together oil, vinegar, oregano, and garlic for the dressing in a small bowl until blended.
  2. 2 Mix together chickpeas, olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and capers in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Serve with dolmas, if desired.

By Caleb

Hummus Pancake with Mediterranean Spice Mix

Hummus Pancake with Mediterranean Spice Mix

3.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Preheat oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine 1 teaspoon cumin, paprika, chili powder, and coriander together in a small bowl.
  3. 3 Blend chickpeas, tahini, egg, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, remaining 1 teaspoon cumin, salt, and pepper together in a food processor or blender, adding liquid from canned chickpeas if needed, until very smooth. Transfer chickpeas mixture to a bowl; fold in whole wheat flour, about 1 tablespoon at a time, until batter drops easily from a large spoon.
  4. 4 Drop a little water onto the skillet; if it dances on the surface, the skillet is ready. Add about 1 teaspoon olive oil to skillet. Drop batter by large spoonfuls onto the griddle, forming 3- to 4-inch circles, and cook until bubbles form and the edges are dry, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer cooked pancakes to a baking sheet and keep warm in the preheated oven. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing pan as needed with remaining olive oil.
  5. 5 Sprinkle pancakes with cumin mixture and salt.

By MTCHYG

Minty Orzo Lentil and Feta Salad

Minty Orzo Lentil and Feta Salad

4.5

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
170 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes; drain. Transfer pasta into a large bowl, and mix in 1 tablespoon olive oil; cover, and refrigerate until cool.
  2. 2 Place lentils into a small saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cover, and simmer over low heat until lentils are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
  3. 3 Combine the remaining olive oil, vinegar, and garlic in a small bowl.
  4. 4 Remove pasta from refrigerator; add lentils, oil mixture, olives, feta cheese, red onion, mint, and dill; stir until thoroughly blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

By KAGRECO

Cucumber Tomato Salad with Zucchini and Black Olives in Lemon Balsamic Vinaigrette

Cucumber Tomato Salad with Zucchini and Black Olives in Lemon Balsamic Vinaigrette

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix cucumbers, zucchini, onion, tomatoes, olives, basil, and thyme together in a large bowl.
  2. 2 Whisk red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, sugar, and pepper together in a medium bowl until well combined.
  3. 3 Slowly whisk oil into dressing mixture in a medium bowl until combined; pour over salad, and serve.

By Dan Zahra

Lamb Grinder

Lamb Grinder

5.0

Prep
60 min
Cook
115 min
Total
175 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine kosher salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, dried rosemary, granulated garlic, granulated onion, and lemon pepper together in a small bowl.
  3. 3 Place lamb in a large roasting pan. Rub with lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce on all sides and between any crevices. Sprinkle with kosher salt mixture and rub over all sides. Pour white wine, chicken stock, 4 crushed garlic cloves, bay leaves, capers, and anchovies into the bottom of the roasting pan.
  4. 4 Cover pan tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil and roast lamb in the preheated oven until tender but still pink in the center, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat should read 130 degrees F (54 degrees C).
  5. 5 Remove lamb to a cutting board and allow to cool slightly before slicing. Transfer meat to a large bowl and toss with some of the pan juices to keep it moist. Reserve remaining pan juices.
  6. 6 Increase oven temperature to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  7. 7 Mix sour cream, horseradish, mustard, and garlic basil spread in a small bowl until combined. Cover and refrigerate.
  8. 8 Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat; cook and stir onions until they soften and begin to turn golden, about 12 minutes. Pour in Marsala wine and cook until reduced, about 5 minutes.
  9. 9 Stir mushrooms, Kalamata olives, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, fresh rosemary, and red pepper flakes into onion mixture; cook and stir until mushrooms have softened, about 5 minutes. Add lamb slices and reserved pan juices. Cook, stirring to combine, until heated through, about 10 minutes.
  10. 10 Spread each hoagie bun with horseradish sauce. Spoon lamb mixture into buns and top each sandwich with 1/4 of the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Asiago cheese, and feta cheese. Serve with remaining pan juices for dipping.

By Allrecipes

Roasted Edamame

Roasted Edamame

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toss edamame, olive oil, and salt together in a large bowl. Spread in a single layer in a shallow baking pan.
  3. 3 Roast in the preheated oven until edamame are crispy, 20 to 30 minutes.

By Jill

Simple Marinated Broccoli

Simple Marinated Broccoli

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
190 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Italian dressing mix in a sealable container; shake vigorously.
  2. 2 Add broccoli and toss to coat with marinade; cover and refrigerate, stirring occasionally, for at least 3 hours.

By Jody C

Grilled Apple and Swiss Cheese Sandwich

Grilled Apple and Swiss Cheese Sandwich

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2 Lightly brush oil onto one side of each bread slice. Place one slice, oil-side down, into the preheated skillet. Arrange apple slices over bread, then top with Swiss cheese and remaining bread slice, oiled-side up. Cook until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

By Nikkiling

Crispy Squash Chips

Crispy Squash Chips

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Use a vegetable peeler to peel squash skin as thinly as possible. Chop peels into 1-inch square pieces; you should have about 1 cup squash peels. Reserve squash flesh for another use.
  3. 3 Mix olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, cumin, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Add squash peels and stir until evenly coated. Spread peels onto 2 baking sheets.
  4. 4 Roast in the preheated oven until crispy and golden brown, 13 to 15 minutes; watch closely as thinner chips can burn quickly.
  5. 5 Season roasted chips with salt as needed.

By DakotaKim

Chef John's Simple Spinach Toasts

Chef John's Simple Spinach Toasts

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Brush lighter sides of toast with olive oil; place onto the prepared baking sheet, oiled-sides-down.
  3. 3 Spoon creamed spinach on toast slices, spreading all the way to the edges; sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Turn on the broiler and broil until cheese is lightly browned, about 2 minutes more.

By John Mitzewich

Italian Chicken Panini

Italian Chicken Panini

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an electric grill (such as George Foreman®) for medium heat. Spread olive oil on one side of each bread slice.
  2. 2 Place one slice of bread, oil-side down, on the preheated grill. Spread 1/2 of the pesto on the bread and put a slice of mozzarella cheese over top. Arrange chicken over the cheese and top with remaining mozzarella. Spread remaining pesto on the other slice of bread and place on top of the sandwich.
  3. 3 Close the grill and cook until cheese is melted and bread is golden brown and crispy, about 4 minutes.

By Michelle

LC'S Sweet Potato Fries

LC'S Sweet Potato Fries

4.5

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place sweet potato fries into a large bowl, drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil, and toss to coat. Mix steak seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and paprika in a separate small bowl until thoroughly combined. Use your left hand to toss fries with olive oil as you sprinkle the seasoning mixture over them with your right hand.
  2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and place sweet potato pieces into the hot oil. Cover skillet, pan-fry for 5 minutes; uncover and turn fries. Place cover back over fries and cook 5 more minutes; continue turning fries and covering until sweet potatoes are tender, about 10 more minutes.

By LCSinclair

Stir Fried Sugar Snap Peas

Stir Fried Sugar Snap Peas

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
8 min
Total
18 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add sugar snap peas, cover, and steam until tender, about 2 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat; sauté garlic until nearly brown, about 2 minutes. Add snap peas and soy sauce. Cook and stir until snap peas begin to brown, about 4 minutes.

By mecook

Lemon Chicken Oregano

Lemon Chicken Oregano

3.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
500 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; pour into a sealable plastic bag. Add the chicken to the bag, coat with the marinade, and squeeze air from the bag before sealing. Refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  4. 4 Cook chicken on hot grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By ROSYRD

Spiced Tomato Soup

Spiced Tomato Soup

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in the hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in cumin, ginger, and cinnamon and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  2. 2 Stir tomato soup, coconut milk, and diced tomatoes into the onion mixture and cook until soup is heated through, about 10 minutes.

By blancdeblanc

Strawberry and Snap Pea Salad

Strawberry and Snap Pea Salad

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a medium pot of water to boil and place a steamer insert in the pot. Place snap peas in the steamer, cover, and cook until bright green, about 30 seconds. Drain, run under cold water to cool completely, drain, and set aside.
  2. 2 Whisk oil, vinegar, and mustard together in a bowl until well combined. Set aside for 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Combine snap peas and strawberries in a large bowl; pour vinaigrette over top and toss gently. Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour.

By Mojito Mama

Low Carb Broccoli Soup

Low Carb Broccoli Soup

4.6

Prep
25 min
Cook
35 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; once the oil is hot, reduce heat to low. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add broccoli, season with salt and pepper, and stir. Pour vegetable broth and lemon juice into the pot.
  2. 2 Loosely cover the pot and simmer the mixture until the broccoli is tender, about 25 minutes. Puree with an immersion blender until smooth. Garnish with Cheddar cheese to serve.

By malevolentmuse