Recipes inspired by the countries of the Mediterranean (mainly the western and northern Mediterranean): Spain, southern coastal France, Italy, Greece, and more.

I wasn’t sure where to draw the line between Mediterranean and Middle Eastern, so both will likely appear here (especially because I love Lebanese and Turkish food). For recipes more specifically of the Eastern Mediterranean and North Africa, see the Middle Eastern Recipes page.


Shrimp scampi pasta with kalamata olives and rapini.

Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Kalamata Olives

A Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Kalamata Olives based on a dish from my family's favorite Italian restaurant. Originally Posted: Mar ...
Finished lentil and Italian sausage soup

Lentil and Italian Sausage Soup

Mom's lentil and Italian sausage soup: A filling soup of green lentils and Italian sausage (mild or spicy). Originally Posted: ...
North African salmon, finished

North African Salmon

An easy paleo salmon recipe flavored with Maghrebi (North African) spices. Originally Posted: Aug. 29, 2022 Last Updated: Sept. 13, ...
Rosemary Toum, finished

Toum

Lebanese-style garlic sauce, traditionally served with chicken, but with a wide range of other uses. Originally Posted: March 19, 2022 ...
Moroccan Spice Blend 2

North African Spice Blend

A simplified spice blend inspired by Maghrebi (North African) cuisine. Originally Posted: Dec. 9, 2021 Total Time: Just a few ...
Quinoa & Feta Salad

Quinoa & Feta Salad

Quinoa & Feta Salad: A quick side dish that pairs with almost anything. Originally Posted: Dec. 6, 2021 Quinoa & ...