by Heart Healthy Greek | Sep 20, 2019 | Appetizers, Main Dish, Snack |
Okay, okay, so maybe not every recipe we make begins from scratch. This recipe for Mediterranean Focaccia Pizza uses, yes, we are going to say it, “store-bought focaccia bread!” We know, it’s much better to make your dough from scratch. But sometimes leading the...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Sep 6, 2019 | Appetizers, Snack |
Make your game day menu complete with our Sweet Potato Nachos. We know it can be tough this time of year to stay on track but you and your guests will be off to a healthy start with this crowd favorite recipe! The sweet potato chips are homemade and baked, we went...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Sep 1, 2019 | Appetizers, Side Dish, Vegan |
During our first trip to Greece we were introduced to a traditional Greek dip that was so delicious we just knew we would have to learn how to make it. Having a wonderful dinner out with cousins one evening, they ordered a dip called Fava. Side note here: we became...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Aug 11, 2019 | Appetizers, Main Dish, Side Dish |
Fresh-picked sweet cubanelle peppers from the garden stuffed with one of our favorite traditional Greek dishes? Yes, please!! One of the most popular and recognizable Greek dishes, the Spanakopita (spinach pie), inspired us to put a fun twist on the classic recipe...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Aug 3, 2019 | Appetizers, Vegan |
When the summer heat hits and it’s too hot to start the oven, turn to our Vegetable Summer Rolls! They make a great appetizer, lunch or a light dinner with no “cooking” required. We paired them with 2 delicious homemade sauces; a sweet chili sauce (which is...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Jun 22, 2019 | Appetizers, Snack |
We love hummus, and more often than not find ourselves eating this Greek Hummus as a meal mezze style! And of course, no store-bought hummus here, it’s just as easy to make your own. Do you ever wonder how it lasts so long? It’s all the added “stuff” that...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Jun 10, 2019 | Appetizers, Side Dish |
Got a craving for chicken wings? Our recipe for Baked Buffalo Cauliflower hits the spot! Its a much healthier dish than what you’d get at a sports bar, fried wings dowsed in a buttery sauce. We baked the cauliflower with just a drizzle of olive oil and spices and then...
by Heart Healthy Greek | May 22, 2019 | Appetizers, Side Dish, Snack |
We absolutely LOVE spring and summer grilling. There’s just something about the food that comes off the grill that tastes extra delicious, especially when eaten on a warm summer or spring evening! We try to eat outdoors as much as possible when the weather...
by Heart Healthy Greek | May 17, 2019 | Appetizers, Side Dish |
Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie) is a staple dish that our family serves for just about every holiday and gathering. Usually, we make a huge pan of it to feed all of the people we entertain. This year my husband Pantelis and I spent our first Greek Orthodox Easter in...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Apr 14, 2019 | Appetizers, Side Dish, Snack |
Three words come to mind when we think about this appetizer of Baked Kalamata Olives, warm, delicious, and aromatic! An important staple in the Greek diet, the Kalamata olive is used in many Greek dishes. We were awe-inspired when we traveled to Athens last year and...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Mar 20, 2019 | Appetizers, Main Dish, Salads |
Even though spring technically arrives this week, with all of these little glimpses of sun and warmth, we have our fingers crossed that spring weather is just around the corner! What better way to celebrate the arrival of warmer temperatures and impending fresh...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Mar 17, 2019 | Appetizers |
If you’re an avid follower of our journey then you know how much we love using Medjool Dates. Usually we use them as natural sweeteners but this recipe for Feta Stuffed Dates lets the fruit shine as a savory appetizer! These little jewels are the perfect “boat” for...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Mar 1, 2019 | Appetizers, Side Dish, vegetarian |
Do you use lentils in your cooking? If you don’t, you should get started right now. These little legumes play an important role in Mediterranean cuisine. Lentils are a low-cost, quick-to-cook ingredient that goes well in soups, salads, and other dishes. They...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Jan 27, 2019 | Appetizers, Snack |
There’s no better time for snacking than during your favorite sporting event. Perhaps you’re a nervous snacker when your team is down, or a celebratory snacker when they have it in the bag. Either way you snack, this Greek-Style Guacamole is sure to hit...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Dec 29, 2018 | Appetizers |
Mini bite-size appetizers are always a hit at our parties! This easy recipe for Sweet Potato Feta Wonton Cups is no exception! Super cute, healthy, and ready in no time at all, perfect for a holiday party or New Year’s Eve get together. They are delicious...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Dec 18, 2018 | Appetizers, Snack |
In the midst of the holidays, it’s not unusual for snacking to get the best of us. But if it’s healthy snacking it doesn’t count, right? Today’s recipe, Pomegranate Feta Salsa, is a favorite. It is a perfect addition to any holiday...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Dec 3, 2018 | Appetizers, Salads, Side Dish, Vegan, vegetarian |
A quick and easy dish to make, is our version of the traditional Lebanese salad, Tabbouleh (tabouli). The key ingredients found in this salad are the finely chopped parsley (lots of it) and bulgur wheat. We’re loving the fact that we still have a...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Nov 4, 2018 | Appetizers, Main Dish |
Looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner? Try our Mediterranean Quesadillas! It’s the perfect dish for when you have leftover chicken and not a lot of time to start dinner from scratch! Another time-saving option would be using ready-made rotisserie...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Nov 1, 2018 | Appetizers, Snack, Vegan |
Once you’ve made hummus for yourself, you’ll never go back to the store-bought versions! This Classic Hummus is so delicious and surprisingly easy! It’s one of our go-to snacks since it’s packed with plant-based protein and fiber which helps keeps you...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Oct 27, 2018 | Appetizers, Main Dish |
On our path to lead a more heart-healthy lifestyle, we knew we needed to eliminate most red meat from our diet. At first, this was harder than we thought because there are so many traditional Greek recipes that contain red meats. So we had to be creative and think of...
by Heart Healthy Greek | Oct 21, 2018 | Appetizers, Side Dish |
Yummy Greek Sweet Potato Fries smothered in feta cheese and oregano! What could be better than that on a crisp Fall day? Its a perfect recipe for your game day get-togethers, make them and watch ‘em disappear! You want to prepare super easy dishes so that you can...