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Mediterranean-Twist Salmon

Mediterranean-Twist Salmon

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook salmon in the hot oil until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 7 minutes per side.
  2. 2 Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a separate saucepan over medium heat; add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Pour balsamic vinegar into tomato mixture; add basil. Cook and stir tomato mixture until flavors blend, about 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Place salmon on a plate and top with tomato sauce.

By Honour232

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

Baked Goat Cheese Caprese Salad

Baked Goat Cheese Caprese Salad

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Drizzle about 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil into the bottom of each 6-ounce ramekin and sprinkle about 1 tablespoon basil per ramekin over the oil. Place 1 goat cheese piece over the basil in each ramekin; surround with sliced cherry tomatoes. Top with cracked black pepper and cayenne. Spread 1 1/2 teaspoon of the remaining basil on top of each portion, place ramekins on a baking sheet, and drizzle each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons more olive oil.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 15 minutes. Serve warm.

By John Mitzewich

Parmesan-Roasted Tomatoes

Parmesan-Roasted Tomatoes

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place tomatoes in a bowl and toss gently with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet and top each tomato half with Parmesan cheese.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until Parmesan cheese is melted and slightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.

By Butch Chandler

Grilled Mediterranean-Inspired Citrus Chicken Thighs

Grilled Mediterranean-Inspired Citrus Chicken Thighs

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, and pepper together in a bowl and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken thighs, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 Remove chicken thighs from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  4. 4 Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 4 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By westcoastcook

Mediterranean Salmon

Mediterranean Salmon

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix oil and vinegar together in a small bowl.
  2. 2 Arrange salmon fillets in a shallow baking dish. Rub garlic over salmon, then pour oil and vinegar mixture over top, turning once to coat. Season with garlic salt, then scatter cilantro and basil over top. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  4. 4 Remove salmon from marinade and shake off excess. Discard all but a few tablespoons remaining marinade.
  5. 5 Broil salmon in the preheated oven, turning once and brushing occasionally with reserved marinade up until the last 4 minutes, until fish is browned on both sides and flakes easily with a fork, 10 to 12 minutes.

By ARIEL1O1

Air Fryer Mediterranean Cauliflower

Air Fryer Mediterranean Cauliflower

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. 3 Place cauliflower florets into a large resealable bag. Drizzle with oil mixture, then shake gently to lightly coat evenly. Transfer cauliflower to the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary.
  4. 4 Air-fry cauliflower, shaking basket every 4 to 5 minutes, until cauliflower is browned and edges are crispy, 12 to 15 minutes total. Place hot cauliflower in a serving bowl and top with feta cheese; toss gently to combine.

By France Cevallos

Oregano-Lemon Chicken

Oregano-Lemon Chicken

4.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Place chicken breast halves into prepared baking dish. Whisk lemon juice, honey, olive oil, garlic, and oregano together in a bowl and pour the mixture over chicken breasts.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink inside, the juices run clear, and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a breast reads 180 degrees F (80 degrees C), about 45 minutes. Baste chicken with pan juices every 15 minutes while baking.

By samanathon

Easy Marinated Artichokes

Easy Marinated Artichokes

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a jar. Seal the jar and shake until oil and lemon juice emulsify.
  2. 2 Remove the lid and add artichoke hearts. Seal again and shake until artichoke hearts are completely coated.
  3. 3 Serve immediately, or if you like them cold, chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

By KnifeForkandaSpoon

Easy Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Easy Mediterranean Orzo Salad

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well.
  2. 2 Toss orzo with lemon-infused olive oil. Add olives, artichoke hearts, chickpeas, roasted red peppers, pine nuts, and ricotta salata. Toss to combine. Refrigerate to chill and allow flavors to build.

By thedailygourmet

Quick Mediterranean Vegetables

Quick Mediterranean Vegetables

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a large skillet and cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add carrots, bell peppers, and fennel; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but still firm to the bite, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.

By Lena

Spicy Feta Cheese Dip

Spicy Feta Cheese Dip

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, paprika, garlic, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and sugar in a food processor; pulse mixture until smooth. Add a couple of feta cubes at a time, processing between batches until mixture is thick and smooth.
  2. 2 Transfer dip to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

By Evie

Turkish Orange Salad with Mediterranean Dressing

Turkish Orange Salad with Mediterranean Dressing

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Slice a little piece off the top and bottom of each orange so you have a stable cutting surface. Trim away all skin and pith with a small sharp knife without taking too much off the fruit. Slice oranges horizontally and arrange on a serving platter.
  2. 2 Combine onion, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl and pour over the oranges. Grind fresh pepper over the salad and arrange black olives on top.

By Barbara Sauermann

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

Mediterranean Red Snapper

Mediterranean Red Snapper

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix parsley, olive oil, oregano, lemon zest, and garlic together in a small bowl.
  2. 2 Rinse red snappers and pat dry with paper towels. Cut 3 diagonal slits across the top of each fish, cutting almost to the bone. Season the cavities with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Rub the parsley mixture on the inside and top of the fish, pushing the mixture into the slits. Place the fish in the center of the grill pan; season with salt and pepper.
  4. 4 Place the grill pan in the Panasonic Countertop Induction Oven and press "Auto Cook." Select the Fish setting, 3, and 1-pound serving. Cook until an instead-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 130 degrees F (54 degrees C), about 20 minutes. Adjust time as needed. Serve with lemon slices.

By Kim's Cooking Now

Rigatoni With Eggplant, Peppers, and Tomatoes

Rigatoni With Eggplant, Peppers, and Tomatoes

4.4

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the diced eggplant in the hot oil, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Stir in the red pepper and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, and bring to a simmer; season with fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the tomatoes have reduced slightly, about 15 minutes.
  3. 3 bring a large pot of lightly-salted water to a boil; stir in the rigatoni and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender but still firm to the bite, about 13 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
  4. 4 Stir the eggplant mixture into the pasta along with the basil and olives. Spoon the tomato sauce overtop to serve.

By Ed's

Tomato Basil Penne Pasta

Tomato Basil Penne Pasta

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Cook pasta in boiling water until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. 3 Heat both oils in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until soft, 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. 4 Add tomatoes, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Stir in pepper Jack, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
  6. 6 When cheese begins to melt, mix in cooked penne pasta.
  7. 7 Season with fresh basil.

By Elisa Stamm

Mediterranean Grilled Pork Chops

Mediterranean Grilled Pork Chops

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
260 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix together sage, rosemary, salt, thyme, fennel, sugar, and bay leaf in a bowl until thoroughly combined.
  2. 2 Rub both sides of pork chops with herb mixture and coat them with olive oil. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
  3. 3 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  4. 4 Grill chops until they are browned, show good grill marks, and the meat is no longer pink inside, about 4 minutes per side. An instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chop should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

By STORMY3600

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

Erin's Jalapeno Hummus

Erin's Jalapeno Hummus

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Blend chickpeas, about half the reserved liquid from the chickpeas, olive oil, lemon juice, sesame seeds, ground dried jalapeno pepper, garlic, sesame oil, sea salt, and cumin in a blender until smooth and creamy. Blend more reserved liquid or olive oil into the mixture until the hummus reaches your desired consistency.

By Erin

Halloumi, Chickpea, and Tomato Salad with Mint

Halloumi, Chickpea, and Tomato Salad with Mint

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir chickpeas, tomatoes, green onions, mint, lemon juice, and olive oil in a salad bowl. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  2. 2 Heat a dry nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add halloumi to the hot pan and cook, turning once, until deeply browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove to a cutting board and chop into 1/2-inch chunks.
  3. 3 Stir halloumi into the salad and serve immediately.

By cheesemite

Spicy Greek Salad Dressing

Spicy Greek Salad Dressing

3.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix yogurt, lemon juice, and garlic together in a bowl. Slowly pour olive oil in a fine stream into yogurt mixture while constantly mixing with a whisk or in a food processor. Whisk Sriracha hot sauce into yogurt mixture; fold in feta cheese. Season dressing with salt and pepper.

By Nerissa RDH