Broccoli Tahini Pasta Salad is creamy, crunchy, and full of flavor. Tender pasta and crisp broccoli are tossed in a nutty, savory tahini dressing, creating a satisfying, make-ahead dish that’s perfect for lunch, picnics, or a light dinner. Prep time 30 minsCook time 10 minsServes 4 to 6 Ingredients Lemon Tahini dressing: (can be made […]
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Meatballs in Yogurt Sauce
Turkish Meatballs in Yogurt Sauce is a flavor-packed dish perfect for an easy yet impressive dinner! It’s made up of spiced meatballs nestled in a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce, finished with a drizzle of Aleppo pepper-infused olive oil. Pickled red onions add a pop of brightness and crunch. Prep – 25 minutes minsCook – 20 […]
Tantuni
Making or buying a lavash bread that’s flexible enough to make the traditional U-shape is tricky, so feel free to fold it more like you would a burrito. You can even substitute with store bought flour tortillas to save time. Prep – 10 minutes minsCook – 15 minutes minsServes – 6 thin wraps Ingredients Instructions […]
Kumpir (Turkish Baked Potatoes)
Kumpir, Turkey’s beloved street food, are generously stuffed baked potatoes with irresistibly creamy interiors. This version is packed with garlicky sautéed mushrooms and peppers, sweet corn, and punchy quick-pickled red cabbage for the perfect balance of flavors and textures! Prep – 20 minutes minsCook – 1 hour hr 10 minutes minsServes – 4 Ingredients For […]
Summer Vegetable Soup With Pistou
This soup is designed both for longevity and nutrition an easy option packed with lots of good things to get you through the week, especially the kind where something needs to give but you don’t want it to be a delicious, nourishing homemade meal. While you can cook this soup up almost anytime, it is […]
Yogurt and Cucumber Soup
As the heat of the summer ramps up, this luscious chilled yogurt soup, packed with fresh and dried mint, is an incredibly refreshing and cooling appetizer that makes me feel like I’m taking a dip in the cold mountainous streams of northern Iran. It’s one of those dishes that is initially met with some skepticism […]
Red Pepper–Anchovy Toasts
Boquerones, or white anchovies, are marinated in an assertive vinegary brine. They come in a variety of containers but can usually be found in the refrigerated seafood section of many supermarkets. They have a fresher, brighter, and milder taste than the more common salt-cured, oil-packed brown anchovies. Recipe information Ingredients ½ small white onion, halved, […]
Gambas al Ajillo
A staple of tapas bars in Spain, this quick-cooking shrimp recipe could serve as a weeknight dinner all on its own serve it with a big green salad and some crusty bread. You could also go the route some choose for its Italian cousin, shrimp scampi, and toss with pasta. Recipe information Ingredients 1½ lb. […]
Baked Feta and Greens With Lemony Yogurt
Vegetarian mains don’t have to take an hour to prepare. Warm feta, crispy chickpeas, and wilted hearty greens become a fork-and-knife entrée in about 30 minutes. Recipe information Ingredients 6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 medium onion, sliced 2 bunches hearty greens, such as collard greens and/or Tuscan kale, ribs and stems removed, leaves […]
Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros With Avocado Tzatziki
Who doesn’t love a good sheet pan recipe? These easy throw-and-go dinners are colorful, flavorful ways to end the day. This Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken Gyro With Avocado Crema Tzatziki brings the heat not to mention a cool, creamy dip. Break out the Greek yogurt, open the produce drawer and get slicing! Ingredients: Marinade Ingredients […]