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16 Mediterranean Recipes to Live Your Tastiest Life

Erren Hart

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04/21/2025

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Get ready to channel your inner Mediterranean chef with these 16 mouthwatering recipes! Whether you’re dreaming of a creamy saffron risotto, a zesty lemon fish piccata, or the smoky goodness of baba ghanouj, this collection has it all. These dishes are a vibrant celebration of fresh ingredients, bold spices, and comforting flavors that the Mediterranean is famous for. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend feasts, these recipes will have you savoring every bite like you’re dining along the coast. Grab your cutting board and let’s get started!


Easy Shrimp Scampi

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This Easy Shrimp Scampi recipe is a buttery, garlicky seafood dish that’s so easy to make! It’s way better than takeout and impressive enough to serve to company. Enjoy this dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes!
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Homemade Marinara Sauce

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This Homemade Marinara Sauce recipe uses only three simple ingredients and is ready in minutes! This easy tomato sauce is so delicious, you’ll never buy store-bought sauce again. Serve it with your favorite pasta, use it as a pizza sauce, or as a base for other Italian dishes.
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Moroccan Chicken

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This Moroccan Chicken recipe is an aromatic dish that’s bursting with flavor! The combination of spices like cumin, ginger, and turmeric creates a rich and complex taste. Serve it over couscous for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Italian Sausage and Peppers

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This Italian Sausage and Peppers recipe is so easy to make! You can grill it or bake it in the oven, making it a flexible dish for any time of year. Serve it in a roll, with pasta, or even as a pizza topping for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Spaghetti Alla Carbonara

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This Spaghetti Alla Carbonara recipe features spaghetti enveloped in a luscious sauce of eggs and cheese, topped with crispy bacon for a truly delightful experience. It’s a quick and easy dish that brings the flavors of Italy to your table in no time. Perfect for a family-friendly meal!
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Easy Saffron Risotto

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Looking for an elegant and easy dish? This Saffron Risotto is ready in under 30 minutes and delivers a restaurant-worthy experience right at your table. Infused with saffron, parmesan cheese and lemon zest, this creamy and flavorful dish will become a family favorite in no time.
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Lemon Fish Piccata

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This Lemon Fish Piccata recipe is the perfect weeknight meal because it’s easy to prepare and quick to make! In just 30 minutes, you can have a delicious and satisfying dinner on the table. With its bright and zesty flavors, it’s sure to be a family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Fish Piccata

Easy Spinach Mushroom Frittata

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This Easy Spinach Mushroom Frittata is a quick and easy dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes! This recipe is perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light supper. It’s also a great way to get your veggies in!
Get the Recipe: Easy Spinach Mushroom Frittata

Cheesy Italian Sausage Lasagna

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This Cheesy Italian Sausage Lasagna is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Layers of Italian sausage, cheeses, and pasta come together in this comforting and flavorful dish. It’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Italian Sausage Lasagna

Tuna Pasta

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Looking for a quick and easy dinner? This Tuna Pasta recipe is the perfect solution! Made with simple pantry staples like canned tuna, pasta, and tomatoes, it’s a budget-friendly and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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Easy Shrimp Pasta

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This Easy Shrimp Pasta recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Shrimp, garlic, pesto, and a touch of cream combine to create a flavorful sauce that coats your favorite pasta.
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Lentil Soup

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This classic Italian Lentil Soup recipe is budget-friendly and easy to make. This hearty vegetarian soup is packed with flavor and is perfect for a comforting lunch or dinner. It’s made with pantry staples like lentils, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable stock.
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Italian Stuffed Peppers

Four Italian Stuffed Peppers filled with seasoned ground meat and topped with melted cheese. The peppers are red, orange, and yellow, garnished with chopped herbs, and are placed on a white plate.
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These Italian Stuffed Peppers are a crowd-pleaser! Filled with rice and seasoned ground beef in tomato sauce, they’re perfect for a family-friendly dinner or a game day feast. Top with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs for the perfect finishing touch.
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Coq Au Vin

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This classic Coq Au Vin recipe is the perfect comforting dish for the holidays. Chicken is braised in a rich red wine sauce with bacon, mushrooms, and pearl onions, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal. Serve it with crusty bread or mashed potatoes to soak up all the delicious sauce.
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Baba Ghanouj

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Looking for a new twist on a classic dip? This Baba Ganoush recipe uses roasted garlic for a rich, creamy, and luxurious flavor. Perfect as an appetizer or a side, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Get the Recipe: Baba Ghanouj

Tagliarini with Saffron Cream Sauce

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This Tagliarini with Saffron Cream Sauce is a luxurious and flavorful dish that’s surprisingly quick and easy to make. Ready in just 15 minutes, the saffron infused cream sauce elevates a simple pasta into a restaurant-quality meal. It’s a perfect way to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Tagliarini with Saffron Cream Sauce

Easy One Pot Scallops & Chorizo Paella

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Craving Mediterranean flavors but short on time? This Easy One-Pot Scallops & Chorizo Paella delivers a taste of Spain in just 30 minutes! Packed with savory chorizo, sweet scallops, and fragrant saffron, it’s a quick and satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Get the Recipe: Easy One Pot Scallops & Chorizo Paella

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