Olives You This Much: 16 Delicious Greek Recipes to Make at Home

Love the taste of the Mediterranean? Craving fresh flavors and ingredients? Then this post is for you! We're diving into the delicious world of Greek food with 16 easy recipes you can make right at home.

From savory main dishes to refreshing salads and dips, this list has something for everyone. We'll show you how to whip up classics like souvlaki and moussaka, alongside lighter options like Greek salad and tzatziki. So, grab your favorite olive oil and get ready to bring a taste of Greece to your kitchen!

Souvlaki

Make a Mediterranean-inspired meal that the whole family will love! This beef kofta with Greek yogurt sauce comes together in just 35 minutes using simple ingredients combined with savory spices. A wonderful recipe for gatherings, meal prep, or even a quick and simple weekday dinner. Get the recipe.

Chicken Riganati

One of the easiest recipes in Mediterranean cuisine... Chicken Riganati, or Greek Lemon Roasted Chicken, is juicy and tender and requires just a handful of ingredients. Prepare it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. You'll love the lemon and oregano flavor of the dish and the easiness of putting it together. Get the recipe.

Greek Roasted Potatoes

This Greek Roasted Potatoes (Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes) is the perfect side dish packed with delicious lemony oregano, garlic, and olive oil flavors. This recipe showcases the perfect combination of crispy exteriors and tender interiors, resulting in potatoes that are bursting with flavor. What's best is that they're super easy to make, and you don't even need to boil the potatoes! Get the recipe.

Milopitakia

Apple Hand Pie, also known as Milopitakia, is a delicious apple pocket pie that originates from Greece. The delicate pie crust is filled with a sweet, juicy apple filling that is both comforting and satisfying, along with the most delicious crunch of walnuts. Get the recipe.

Classic Shepherd Salad

A delicious classic salad that is made in no time. Shepherd salad with fresh veggies and feta cheese will delight your taste buds and provide you with important nutrients for the day. Get the recipe.

Avgolemono Soup

This Greek Avgolemono Soup recipe, a classic lemon rice and chicken soup, is a deliciously hearty meal that's ready in just 35 minutes! With a unique blend of comforting rice, tender chicken, and tangy lemon, all thickened with eggs, it’s a quick and easy recipe that doesn't skimp on flavor. Get the recipe.

Beef Kofta with Greek Yogurt Sauce

Make a Mediterranean-inspired meal that the whole family will love! This beef kofta with Greek yogurt sauce comes together in just 35 minutes using simple ingredients combined with savory spices. A wonderful recipe for gatherings, meal prep, or even a quick and simple weekday dinner. Get the recipe.

Tzatziki Sauce

This easy recipe for the Greek yogurt and cucumber sauce Tzatziki takes less than 20 minutes to make and is delicious served as a dip or as a sauce for grilled meats and veggies. Get the recipe.

Moussaka

Creamy, rich and utterly irresistible, this hearty layered lamb and aubergine dish is surprisingly easy to make. It’s all about simple ingredients with flavors that work together in harmony, to create a dish that dances on the tips of your tastebuds with every single mouthful. Get the recipe.

Spanakopita Spinach Pie

This savory Spanakopita Spinach Pie is quick and easy, and the layer of spinach and cheese under a cap of flaky, buttery pastry does NOT taste like diet food! Get the recipe.

Warm Citrus Marinated Olives

These easy and addictive Warm Citrus Marinated Olives are a delicious appetizer or snack made with just a few simple ingredients in less than 15 minutes. Plump, juicy olives steeped in herb-infused olive oil made flavorful with lots of tangy citrus, red chili flakes, and garlic. Perfect for serving at parties or as a simple afternoon treat. Get the recipe.

Walnut Baklava

This Walnut Baklava is just as delicious as traditional versions – pretty much because it is a classic approach – just watch your serving sizes. Get the recipe.

Greek Lamb Stew 

It doesn't get much more comforting, more heavenly, more downright delicious than Greek lamb stew! Get the recipe.

Greek-Style Ground Lamb Meatballs

This Greek lamb meatballs recipe gives you FRESH and FLAVORFUL meatballs that are amazing served along Mediterranean classics like hummus and pita. Get the recipe.

Juicy Greek Lemon Baked Pork Chops

You will love these juicy Greek lemon baked pork chops. This is such an easy pork chop recipe if you want to make some Greek pork chops. Get the recipe.

Greek Bougatsa Recipe

Craving a taste of Greece? This iconic Greek Bougatsa recipe is an easy, custard-filled dessert made with just a few simple ingredients! Get the recipe.