Spinach triangles are a smaller, hand-held version of the traditional Greek spanakopita, which is typically made in a large baking dish. These smaller-sized gems are filled with a savory mix of spinach, cheese, and dill, wrapped in layers of flaky phyllo dough. Perfect as appetizers or snacks, spinach triangles offer the same delicious flavors as the full-sized dish in a more convenient, single-serving format.
Spinach Triangles
Prasorizo
Prasorizo is a traditional Greek dish that consists of rice cooked with leeks. The name is a combination of two Greek words: “prasos,” meaning leek, and “rizi,” meaning rice. Prasorizo can be served as a side dish or as a main course, often accompanied by a squeeze of lemon juice for added brightness. It’s a comforting and wholesome dish that highlights the Mediterranean flavors and the use of locally available ingredients in Greek cooking.
Zucchini and Parsley Soup
This zucchini and parsley soup is quick, easy, and full of healthy ingredients. Greeks seem to always have plenty of zucchini and parsley handy, either in their gardens or in the fridge.
This soup can be ready to eat in just 30 minutes. Serve with fresh bread and a greek salad.
Lemony Cooked Cabbage
Lemony cooked cabbage (lahanosalata vrasta) is an easy and healthy side dish that comes together in just a few minutes. The lemon is quite mild in this dish, but brightens the taste of the cabbage beautifully. Serve with boiled eggs for a quick lunch, or with chicken, fish, or meat of your choice for an easy dinner.
Greek Roasted Beet Salad
There are many ways to prepare beets, but one of the easiest ways is by roasting them. This roasted greek beet salad brings out the rustic, sweet, and delicious flavor of the beets, and it’s a simple and healthy side dish that goes with almost anything.
Patatasalata (Greek Potato Salad)
Patatasalata (Greek Potato Salad) is made with minimal ingredients and without mayonnaise. A simple salad that can be eaten warm or cold.
Zucchini Pie (Batzina)
Greek zucchini pie, or batzina, is a crustless savoury pie that originates from Thessaly in Greece. The name comes from the word batzos which is a goat and sheep’s cheese from Western Macedonia.
Watermelon and Feta Salad
Watermelon and feta salad is refreshing, healthy, and delicious. It is a summertime favorite that takes only minutes to prepare.
Greek Peas
Greek peas, or arakas latheros, is one of my favorite vegetarian dishes. Serve this with feta cheese and fresh bread for a simple, delicious, and comforting meal.
Easy Bread
Greeks love their bread, whether it’s pita bread, village bread, or flatbread. This easy bread recipe comes together very quickly, and doesn’t take any kneading on your part.
Serve with any greek meal or meze you like!
Braised Cauliflower with Vegetables
Braised cauliflower with vegetables is a nutritious vegetarian option, and can be served as a side dish or as a main meal when eaten with feta cheese and fresh bread.
Gigantes Plaki
The greeks have several bean dishes that can be served as main courses, and one of them is gigantes plaki. However, this vegetarian dish is most commonly served as an appetizer, accompanied with a chunk of feta and some hearty bread.
Chickpea Soup
Chickpea soup, or revithosoupa, is a traditional Greek soup that is popular in Greek cuisine. The dish is known for its simple yet flavorful ingredients, making it a staple in Mediterranean cooking. The main components of revithosoupa include chickpeas, olive oil, onions, and vegetables.
The soup is slow-cooked until the chickpeas are soft and have absorbed the flavors of the broth. The result is a comforting and nutritious soup that is often enjoyed with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice. It’s a classic dish that reflects the simplicity and richness of Greek culinary traditions.
Cretan Salad
A Cretan salad is not limited to just a traditional greek salad with barley rusks. Some of the most delicious and innovative salads can be found in Crete — every restaurant we visited had their own special twist.