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Mediterranean-Inspired Appetizer Recipes

From small plates to mezze spreads, these Mediterranean-inspired appetizer recipes are full of bright flavor and simple to make. Many are naturally gluten-free, and a few take cues from my favorite Jewish recipes-perfect for sharing any time of year.

Need a suggestion? Consider these Gluten Free Stuffed Mushrooms With Crab And Cream Cheese , these Herb Spiced Nuts, or our simple Mediterranean Citrus Olives. These family-friendly recipes will please your guests and you will be asked for the recipe!

  • A plate of Greek chicken meatballs garnished with lemon slices and herbs, served with a small bowl of creamy dipping sauce topped with chopped parsley.
    Greek Chicken Meatballs With Lemon and Herbs
  • A white plate filled with golden brown garlic confit cloves, garnished with fresh rosemary sprigs on the side, placed on a light surface with a green cloth nearby.
    Garlic Confit With Thyme and Rosemary
  • A black bowl filled with cubes of marinated feta cheese in herbs and oil, garnished with chopped parsley and red pepper. Slices of bread, a spoon, and a green napkin are nearby on a white surface.
    5-Minute Marinated Feta Cheese with Herbs
  • A white bowl filled with cinnamon roasted almonds, coated in a shiny caramelized sugar layer, sits on a light-colored cloth on a white surface.
    Cinnamon Roasted Almonds (Easy Candied Almonds)
  • A plate of golden, flaky Greek Spanakopita Triangles topped with sesame seeds and garnished with fresh parsley. The pastries are arranged neatly on a round plate, with a small dish of dipping sauce nearby.
    Spanakopita Triangles (Greek Spinach and Feta Phyllo Appetizer)
  • A close-up of a baked gluten-free puff pastry cup filled with melted brie cheese, cranberry jam, walnuts, and garnished with a sprig of rosemary, sitting on a wooden surface.
    Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites (Gluten-Free)
  • A white bowl filled with colorful Sicilian caponata, featuring chunks of eggplant, tomatoes, bell peppers, and herbs, garnished with fresh mint leaves. A spoon rests in the bowl on a light surface.
    Sicilian Caponata (Sweet and Sour Eggplant Recipe)
  • A white bowl filled with roasted zucchini slices, garnished with crumbled cheese, fresh mint, chopped herbs, and lemon zest. Orange wedges and a small dish of cheese rest nearby on a white surface.
    Mediterranean Roasted Zucchini Slices
  • A bowl of muhammara dip, made from a classic muhammara recipe, garnished with chopped walnuts, parsley, and pomegranate seeds, displayed on a light-colored plate against a white background.
    Muhammara Recipe (Roasted Red Pepper Dip, GF)
  • A bowl from The Sunday Thymes filled with peeled cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and garlic cloves marinated in olive oil. The bowl rests on a white surface with a green cloth and sprigs of herbs nearby.
    Cherry Tomato Confit (Mediterranean Style)
  • A square white bowl filled with green walnut pesto sauce sits on a white surface, with arugula leaves and walnut pieces nearby. A green cloth and silver spoon are also partially visible next to the bowl.
    Walnut Pesto With Arugula
  • A jar of Pistachio Pesto.
    Pistachio Pesto Recipe (Easy Basil Pesto With Pistachios)
  • A bowl of marinated artichokes with chopped mint on top and a spoon.
    Marinated Artichokes
  • Lemon Yogurt Dip in a small container with a mint sprig.
    Lemon Yogurt Sauce (With Mint And Garlic)
  • Roasted chickpeas with Mediterranean spices in a white bowl with a spoon and thyme.
    Mediterranean Roasted Chickpeas With Herbs
  • Proscuitto wrapped date sitting on parchment paper.
    Prosciutto Wrapped Dates With Goat Cheese
  • Greek baked beans, gigante plaki, in a white bowl with a spoon.
    Butter Bean Recipe (Gigantes Plaki)
  • Roasted cauliflower in a white bowl with tahini sauce on the side.
    Roasted Cauliflower With Tahini
  • White Bean Dip With roasted garlic and rosemary in a black bowl with a sprig of rosemary on top.
    Easy White Bean Dip (Vegan)
  • Marinated Mozzarella Balls in a white bowl and someone holding one ball.
    Marinated Mozzarella Balls
  • Baked Brie with honey and walnuts in a white bowl with thyme and rosemary.
    Baked Brie With Honey And Walnuts
  • Baked feta in a white casserole dish with tomatoes, garlic, and shallots.
    Savory Baked Feta Dip with Tomatoes, and Herbs
  • A bowl of whipped ricotta dip with lemon, honey, and thyme sitting in a black bowl.
    Whipped Ricotta Cheese With Honey and Thyme
  • Quick Spinach And Crab Dip Featured Image. Holding a cracker with some dip on it.
    Spinach And Crab Dip (GF)
  • Za'atar pita chips in a white bowl.
    Homemade Pita Chips With Za’atar
  • Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Featured Image
    Crab Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
  • A white bowl filled with roasted nuts, including almonds, cashews, pecans, and pumpkin seeds, sits with a gold spoon beside it. Fresh herbs are placed nearby on a wooden surface.
    Roasted Nuts With Rosemary And Sage
  • Homemade crispy oven baked kale in a white bowl.
    Dehydrated Kale Chips
  • 29 gluten free appetizers for Thanksgiving.
    29 Gluten Free Appetizers For Thanksgiving
  • pumpkin fluff dip in a white bowl with ginger snaps. featured image.
    Pumpkin Fluff Recipe (5 Minutes, No-Bake)
  • Mediterranean Citrus Marinated Olives for a Charcuterie Board Featured Image
    Marinated Olives With Citrus
  • Portuguese Creamy Baked Cheese with Honey and Olive Oil with a spoon pulling the cheese.
    Irresistible Baked Cheese With Honey And Olive Oil
  • Turkish Grilled or Roasted Eggplant Salad Recipe Featured Image
    Turkish Eggplant Salad
  • image for a roundup of 19 gluten free appetizers for holidays.
    19 Gluten Free Holiday Party Snacks And Appetizers
A picture of Gwen Wolken in her home.

Hi! I'm Gwen

I’m so happy you are here. I started blogging to share my recipes with family and friends. You will find recipes that are Mediterranean-inspired and flavor-forward. I try to eat simple and seasonally, cooking with fresh whole foods. I hope to inspire you with a love for amazing food, as well as to encourage you to try something new!

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  • Three grilled chicken breasts with visible char marks, prepared as Greek chicken with yogurt marinade, are served on a plate with lemon slices and fresh parsley. The plate is surrounded by lemon wedges, parsley, and a garlic bulb on a light surface.
    Greek Chicken With Yogurt Marinade
  • A round berry pavlova dessert with white, textured meringue topped with whipped cream, berry sauce, and fresh strawberries, cherries, blueberries, and raspberries, served on a white cake stand.
    Berry Pavlova With Fresh Whipped Cream
  • An oven roasted brisket sits in a casserole dish, topped with sliced carrots, tomatoes, and garnished with fresh rosemary and thyme. The tender meat is covered in a rich brown sauce, with plates and seasonings nearby.
    Oven Roasted Brisket with Red Wine and Onions
  • A close-up of golden-brown blueberry yogurt muffins with a crumbly topping and visible blueberry filling, stacked on top of each other against a light background.
    Blueberry Yogurt Muffins with Crumble Topping
  • A glass filled with layers of creamy green pistachio tiramisu mousse and brown biscuit, topped with chopped pistachios, sits on a wooden board surrounded by whole pistachios and another dessert in the background.
    Pistachio Tiramisu In Cups
  • A close-up of a golden-brown potato kugel casserole with a crispy top in a white dish, surrounded by small plates with fresh greens and a green cloth, on a light-colored surface.
    Crispy Potato Kugel Recipe (Passover Friendly)

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