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Mediterranean-Inspired Holiday Recipes

Whether you're cooking for a family gathering or hosting friends, these holiday recipes make every occasion feel special. You'll find Mediterranean-inspired dishes, gluten-free options, and a few Jewish favorites that bring warmth and flavor to the table all year long.

Some of my personal favorites are the Haystacks Candy, White Chocolate Cranberry Blondies, and the Dark Chocolate Bark!

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Top 10 Recipes

  • Lamb moussaka being lifted with a spatula out of the casserole to show the layers.
    Lamb Moussaka
  • Baked Eggplant Parmesan Without Breadcrumbs Recipe on a white plate.
    Healthy Eggplant Parm (No Breadcrumbs)
  • A white plate filled with cheesy chicken meatballs and arugula.
    Meatball Parmigiana
  • Chicken thighs baked with lemon and rosemary.
    Baked Italian Lemon Chicken Thighs
  • Orange Glazed Cranberry Bread with an orange and a bowl of cranberries
    Cranberry Walnut Bread With Orange Glaze
  • White chocolate almond bark with cranberries in broken pieces on parchment paper.
    White Chocolate Almond Bark With Cranberries
  • Dark chocolate bark with sea salt stacked on a wire rack.
    Dark Chocolate Bark With Sea Salt
  • A stack of milk chocolate almond bark set on a wire rack.
    Milk Chocolate Bark With Almonds
  • Gluten-free Cranberry Orange White Chocolate Cookie Bars on a white plate
    Cranberry Bliss Bars (Gluten-Free Starbucks Copycat)
  • white chocolate and dark chocolate studded with crushed peppermint.
    Homemade Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark

Appetizers

  • A clay bowl filled with roasted red peppers, sliced garlic, and herbs in oil sits at the center, surrounded by bread slices, honey, balsamic vinegar, chili flakes, and a salt dish.
    Roasted Red Peppers with Honey, Garlic, and Thyme
  • An assortment of herbs, spices, and ingredients including garlic, lemon, shallots, olive oil, vinegar, honey, ground spices, and fresh greens arranged on a white surface-perfect essentials for anyone exploring Mediterranean cooking or looking for a beginner's guide to the vibrant Mediterranean diet.
    Mediterranean Cooking 101: A Beginner's Guide
  • A bowl of creamy Chicken and White Bean Soup with tender chicken, carrots, greens, and herbs, garnished with parsley. Slices of bread and fresh herbs are arranged nearby on a light surface.
    Chicken and White Bean Soup with Braised, Shredded Thighs
  • A bowl of roasted beets, cut into pieces and garnished with fresh herbs, is surrounded by small dishes with oil and peppercorns on a light table.
    Roasted Beets With A Garlic, Thyme, Honey Glaze

Main Course Meals

  • Four baked salmon fillets topped with a creamy sauce and capers, in the style of classic salmon piccata, are garnished with lemon slices and parsley and arranged on an oval white platter. Lemons and chopped herbs are nearby on the light-colored surface.
    Salmon Piccata (No Flour, No Wine, Big Flavor)
  • Bowl of vibrant chickpea tuna salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and dill, placed on a white surface with a green napkin, spoon, and fresh parsley nearby.
    Mediterranean Chickpea Tuna Salad (No Mayo)
  • A bowl of creamy garlic parmesan pasta with chicken, topped with tender grilled pieces, is sprinkled with chopped parsley and parmesan cheese. Surrounding the bowl are peppercorns, grated cheese, forks, and a small bowl of paprika.
    Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Chicken
  • A plate with a slice of pistachio crusted salmon, topped with a vibrant green pistachio crust and garnished with lemon slices and parsley. A fork rests on the plate, with a dish of pistachios in the background.
    Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Lemon and Za'atar
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Side Dishes

  • A white plate with roasted broccoli and cauliflower florets, lightly browned, sits on a light surface. Lemons, garlic, and parsley are visible in the background, complementing the vibrant roasted broccoli and cauliflower.
    Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower with Crispy Breadcrumbs
  • 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)
  • A baked casserole reminiscent of zucchini kugel, topped with neatly arranged rounds of leeks and garnished with fresh thyme in a white rectangular dish. The edges are browned and the vegetables are beautifully golden.
    Zucchini Kugel (Passover Zucchini Casserole with Leeks)
  • A white plate with a neatly arranged row of roasted asparagus with lemon, topped with golden brown crispy crumbs or crushed crackers.
    Roasted Asparagus With Lemon And Matzo Crumble
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Salads

  • A black bowl filled with Tortellini Pesto Pasta Salad, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, red onion slices, olives, and pesto, garnished with fresh basil. A spoon, fork, and napkin are beside the bowl, with extra pesto in a small dish nearby.
    Tortellini Pasta Salad With Pesto
  • Tuna nicoise salad on a white platter.
    Tuna Nicoise Salad Recipe (With Dijon Vinaigrette)
  • Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad in a white bowl.
    Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad
  • Arugula, beet, and goat cheese salad in a white bowl with a fork stuck in it.
    Arugula And Beet Salad With Goat Cheese And Pecans
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Brunch & Eggs

  • A bowl of creamy roasted red bell pepper hummus garnished with chickpeas, parsley, and paprika, surrounded by pita chips and lemon halves on a light surface.
    Roasted Red Bell Pepper Hummus (Smoky and Creamy)
  • 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 pistachio ricotta cake, topped with powdered sugar and chopped pistachios, is cut into eight slices and displayed on a beige plate. A cup of coffee and a piece of newspaper are seen in the background.
    Moist Pistachio Ricotta Cake
  • Two glasses of green pistachio latte, made using a delicious pistachio latte recipe, are topped with foam and chopped pistachios on a white surface, surrounded by scattered pistachios and a small bowl of green sauce.
    Pistachio Latte With Real Pistachio Spread
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Desserts

  • Nutella In Puff Pastry on a wooden board with parchment paper.
    Nutella In Puff Pastry
  • Holding a slice of Cinnamon Banana Bread.
    Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
  • Gluten free zucchini muffins stacked on top of each other with the top muffin half eaten.
    Gluten Free Zucchini Muffins (Dairy-Free)
  • Chocolate covered stuffed dates stacked on top of each other and one is half eaten.
    Date Snickers (Peanut Butter Stuffed Medjool Dates)
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  • Easy Blintz Casserole Recipe featured image. squares of the casserole on a white plate with arugula and eggs.
    Blintz Souffle Casserole, No Frozen Blintzes Needed
  • A pan of vibrant Mediterranean rice, colored with turmeric and garnished with chopped almonds, dried cranberries, and fresh parsley, sits beside an orange towel and a wooden spoon.
    Mediterranean Rice with Turmeric, Cardamom, and Almonds
  • White Bean Dip With roasted garlic and rosemary in a black bowl with a sprig of rosemary on top.
    White Bean Dip with Roasted Garlic and Crispy Rosemary
  • Chocolate Chow Mein Noodle Cookies on a white plate
    Haystack Cookies: Chocolate Butterscotch, No-Bake
  • gluten free pot roast and carrots in a white bowl
    Italian Pot Roast, Slow Cooker with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • Leek and Goat Cheese Quiche Recipe on a white plate with a fork and arugula
    Leek Quiche With Goat Cheese
  • Chicken breasts in a skillet with a creamy dijon mustard sauce.
    Chicken Dijon (No Wine, No Flour, No Dairy)
  • A baked cottage cheese noodle casserole with a golden, crispy, and slightly browned top layer, featuring swirls and peaks in a white rectangular dish. The edges show some caramelization and browning.
    Recipe for Jewish Kugel: Not Too Sweet, No Raisins
  • A golden-brown carrot ring Bundt cake with a ridged, ring shape sits on a white plate atop a light-colored surface.
    Carrot Ring With Brown Sugar And Lemon (Rosh Hashanah)
  • Spinach casserole in a white pan.
    Spinach Casserole With Mushrooms
  • mushroom, cauliflower, and garlic skillet main photo
    Cauliflower Mushroom Recipe with Garlic Butter and Fresh Herbs
  • Mediterranean Salmon on a plate with a side of lemons and cherry tomatoes.
    Mediterranean Salmon With Lemon, Garlic, and Oregano
  • Cold lentil salad in a white bowl.
    Lentil Salad with Feta and Lemon Dressing
  • A bowl of creamy greek yogurt french onion dip garnished with caramelized onions and fresh herbs, surrounded by crinkled potato chips and small bowls of seasoning.
    Greek Yogurt French Onion Dip with Real Caramelized Onions
  • two servings of overnight french toast casserole on white plates and served with mixed berries.
    Brioche French Toast Casserole
  • Cornbread slices on a white plate.
    Gluten Free Cornbread Recipe with Creamed Corn
  • A baked roasted honeynut squash half on a white tray, topped with melted butter, chopped pecans, and a drizzle of syrup. The flesh is golden and slightly caramelized.
    Roasted Honeynut Squash Recipe With Pecans And Maple Syrup
  • Gluten free sweet potato casserole in a white dish with pecans scattered around it.
    Sweet Potato Casserole With A Pecan Streusel Topping
  • Baked spinach feta and egg casserole slice on a white plate.
    Spinach Feta Egg Casserole
  • Arugula, date, feta, and pistachio salad in a white bowl.
    Arugula Salad With Feta, Dates, and Pistachios
  • A slice of Unique Apple Cranberry Torte Dessert Recipe on a white plate with blackberries.
    Apple Cranberry Crisp (With a Buttery Oat Crust)
  • Shrimp Scampi in a black bowl with a green napkin next to it.
    Shrimp Scampi Without Wine
  • a bowl of Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Pecans And Cranberries, With A Maple Dijon Vinaigrette with a spoon
    Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts With Pecans and Cranberries
  • Greek Green Beans Recipe in a white bowl.
    Healthy Greek Green Beans
  • Gluten free creamed corn in a black bowl with someone spooning some out.
    Gluten Free Creamed Corn (Ready in 15 Minutes)
  • Simple Nutella Pie Recipe serving on a white plate with strawberries and a fork with a bite of the pie.
    Nutella Pie
  • A bowl of marinated artichokes with chopped mint on top and a spoon.
    Marinated Artichokes with Lemon and Fresh Herbs
  • A plate with roasted zucchini halves topped with a lemon yogurt sauce and chopped mint.
    Oven Roasted Zucchini With Lemon Feta Sauce
  • Broiled zucchini topped with a panko and mozzarella crust.
    Zucchini Broiled With Garlic And Mozzarella
  • A baked peach cobbler in a white dish, reminiscent of a peach clafoutis, is topped with two scoops of vanilla ice cream and sprinkled with powdered sugar. Sliced peaches and peach halves are visible around the dish.
    Peach Clafoutis with Bourbon and Heavy Cream
  • A wooden bowl of baba ganoush, inspired by Turkish Eggplant Salad, topped with olive oil, herbs, and spices. A spoon rests beside it on a wooden surface, with flowers and a green dish partly visible in the background.
    Smoky Eggplant Dip (Baba Ganoush Recipe)
  • Lemon Yogurt Dip in a small container with a mint sprig.
    Lemon Yogurt Sauce with Feta, Mint, and Garlic
  • Roasted cauliflower in a white bowl with tahini sauce on the side.
    Mediterranean Roasted Cauliflower With Tahini
  • Grandma's chicken soup in a black bowl with a spoon lifting some out.
    Grandma's Chicken Soup
  • chocolate nut clusters on a white platter.
    Chocolate Clusters With Mixed Nuts
  • Orange chocolate bark with almonds broken into pieces and stacked on a wire rack.
    Dark Chocolate Orange Bark with Almonds and Orange Zest
  • 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
  • Easy asparagus and eggs baked on a sheet pan with a spatula for serving.
    Sheet Pan Eggs with Asparagus and Goat Cheese
  • Nutella Ice cream being scooped out of the container.
    Nutella Ice Cream (No Churn, 4 Ingredients)
  • Za'atar pita chips in a white bowl.
    Homemade Pita Chips With Za’atar
  • Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Featured Image
    Crab Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
  • Roasted carrots with tahini sauce and a gremolata on a white platter.
    Roasted Heirloom Carrots With Tahini And Carrot Top Gremolata

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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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Easy Fall Recipes

  • A bowl of creamy greek yogurt french onion dip garnished with caramelized onions and fresh herbs, surrounded by crinkled potato chips and small bowls of seasoning.
    Greek Yogurt French Onion Dip with Real Caramelized Onions
  • A baked peach cobbler in a white dish, reminiscent of a peach clafoutis, is topped with two scoops of vanilla ice cream and sprinkled with powdered sugar. Sliced peaches and peach halves are visible around the dish.
    Peach Clafoutis with Bourbon and Heavy Cream
  • 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
  • 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 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 glass trifle bowl filled with layers of chocolate mousse, bananas, chopped nuts, and chocolate pieces—a decadent trifle with chocolate—topped with more bananas and chocolate crumbles. Bowls of extra toppings sit in the background.
    Trifle With Chocolate, Bananas, And Cashews (Gluten-Free)

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  • Almond macaroon cookies on a wire rack.
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  • Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad in a white bowl.
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  • Baked spinach feta and egg casserole slice on a white plate.
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  • mushroom, cauliflower, and garlic skillet main photo
    Cauliflower Mushroom Recipe with Garlic Butter and Fresh Herbs

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