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Mediterranean-Inspired Salads & Salad Dressings

From crisp greens to hearty grains, these Mediterranean-inspired salads and salad dressings are full of color and flavor. You'll find gluten-free options, bright vegetables, and homemade dressings that make every bite delicious. Perfect for quick lunches, light dinners, or sharing with friends.

Need a suggestion? Consider the Chickpea Cucumber Salad or the Chicken and Pesto Pasta Salad! Your family will love these salads!

  • A Mediterranean bowl filled with grilled chicken, couscous, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, cucumber, kalamata olives, red onion, tzatziki sauce, and crumbled feta cheese, surrounded by bowls of olives and tomatoes.
    Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl
  • A bowl of gluten free gnocchi salad with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, red bell pepper, and fresh basil sits on a light surface, accompanied by a spoon and green napkin.
    Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad With Gnocchi (GF)
  • A black bowl filled with chicken and pesto pasta salad-penne tossed with cherry tomatoes, spinach leaves, mozzarella chunks, olives, and chicken in pesto sauce-sits on a light surface.
    Chicken And Pesto Pasta Salad (GF)
  • 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 Pesto Pasta Salad (GF)
  • A jar of Pistachio Pesto.
    Easy Pistachio Pesto with Basil and Parmesan
  • Tuna nicoise salad on a white platter.
    Nicoise Tuna Salad Recipe With A Dijon Dressing
  • Arugula Quinoa Salad in a black bowl with the dressing on the side.
    Arugula Quinoa Salad With Roasted Zucchini
  • Quinoa Beet Salad in a white bowl surrounded by a green napkin, mint, and a spoon.
    Beet And Quinoa Salad with Pistachios and Goat Cheese
  • A bowl of zesty quinoa salad in a black bowl surrounded by tomatoes.
    Zesty Quinoa Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette
  • Chickpea Orzo Salad in a white bowl with the dressing on the side.
    Chickpea Orzo Salad
  • Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad in a white bowl.
    Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad
  • Mediterranean tuna salad in a white bowl.
    Mediterranean Tuna Salad With Herbs
  • Zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette Salad Dressing on lettuce which is sitting on a black plate.
    Zesty Apple Cider Vinaigrette
  • Tabbouleh salad in a black bowl.
    Cauliflower Tabbouleh
  • Cold asparagus salad with lemon, herbs, cheese, and nuts in a white bowl.
    Asparagus Salad With Lemon And Herbs
  • Tomato, Nectarine & Mozzarella Salad Recipe on a plate.
    Nectarine Salad With Burrata Cheese
  • Greek Village Salad
  • Hearts of Palm salad on a white plate with lettuce and a fork.
    Hearts Of Palm Salad
  • Warm Roasted Cauliflower Salad Recipe on a white plate with a striped napkin and a fork.
    Roasted Cauliflower Salad
  • jerusalem salad in a white bowl.
    Jerusalem Salad
  • A black bowl filled with an Italian white bean salad.
    Italian White Bean Salad
  • Arugula, beet, and goat cheese salad in a white bowl with a fork stuck in it.
    Arugula And Beet Salad With Goat Cheese
  • Italian gluten free pasta salad in a white bowl.
    Gluten Free Pasta Salad Recipe with Artichokes and Herbs
  • Gluten-free potato salad in a white bowl.
    Italian Potato Salad With Green Beans And Fresh Herbs
  • Cold lentil salad in a white bowl.
    Greek Lentil Salad With Lemon Dressing
  • Burrata Caprese salad on a white platter with balsamic vinegar drizzled on top.
    Easy Burrata Caprese
  • Arugula, date, feta, and pistachio salad in a white bowl.
    Arugula Salad With Feta
  • Turkish Grilled or Roasted Eggplant Salad Recipe Featured Image
    Turkish Eggplant Salad
  • Homemade Basil Pesto recipe in a mason jar with basil and cheese on a board.
    Homemade Basil Pesto
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 mostly gluten-free. 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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  • Round white pot filled with Greek Beef Meatballs, or Soutzoukakia, in rich red tomato sauce, garnished with chopped parsley. A striped towel, wooden spoon, and fresh parsley leaves are nearby on a light-colored tabletop.
    Greek Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (Soutzoukakia)
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  • A pot of Penne Pomodoro with Italian tomato sauce, fresh basil leaves, and grated cheese, surrounded by tomatoes, garlic, basil, and a checked cloth on a white surface—a classic Italian dish.
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