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Welcome to Our Greek Recipes where the tzatziki is creamy, the feta is crumbly, and the love is real. Healthy and fresh whole ingredients? Tried and true methods? You bet your baklava these recipes will have you feeling like you’re sipping ouzo by the Aegean.

Now, a little backstory: we spent some of our most formative childhood years living on the island of Crete in Greece. Why? Oh, our dad was just a casual Olympic water polo legend, and following his career, he began coaching for the Greek men’s team. Our family was quickly embraced by the families of the players who taught our mom the art of Greek cooking. She lovingly handed these recipes down to us. And now we're passing them along to you – with a modern twist of course!

Eat Like You Live in a Blue Zone

You may have heard of the popular Blue Zones – 5 rare areas around the world where people live longer, healthier lives. Well, surprise surprise, one of them is in (drumroll)… Greece! The Mediterranean diet is the cornerstone of healthy Greek Blue Zone living, along with socializing like it’s a competitive sport.

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Greek recipes are renowned for their fresh whole ingredients – we’re talking lean proteins like lamb and chicken, juicy fruits and crisp veggies, and the liquid gold of the gods: extra virgin olive oil. The laid-back Greek lifestyle allows plenty of time for slow living, which means making more items from scratch and relying less on processed foods. So, if you want to live and eat well, it’s time to go Greek, baby.

Straightforward Greek Recipe Ingredients

Greek cooking is straightforward and approachable – with the right ingredients! To truly eat like a Blue Zone local, stock up on these kitchen staples. This way you can have Greek Recipes right at your fingertips whenever the craving hits.

Good Olive Oil: Let’s get one thing straight: not all olive oil is created equal. Look for clues that indicate you’ve found a good bottle. Is it extra virgin, first cold pressed; single origin, and packaged in a dark glass bottle or tin? Then you’ve found a good one!
Greek Seasoning: Greek food is ridiculously flavorful because of its generous use of herbs and spices. We’re talking oregano, thyme, basil, dill, mint, rosemary, garlic, onion powder… and that’s just naming a few! You can buy it premade or make your own signature blend!
Lemons: When life gives you lemons, make GREEK FOOD! They’re squeezed into marinades, whisked into dressings, zested into soups, and basically make everything 200% more. Go ahead, keep a bowl of them on the table – they’re pretty AND useful!
Greek Yogurt: This creamy, tangy superstar does it all: dips, sauces, marinades, desserts—you name it. It’s basically the Greek version of duct tape (or Windex, for our Big Fat Greek Wedding fans – IYKYK). put, Greek yogurt is the kitchen MVP.
Feta: If you know us, then you know that we're a bit of a feta connoisseur. The ONLY way to buy feta is in brine – please, no pre-crumbled stuff! It’s so good in soups and salads, crumbled over watermelon, or whipped into a sweet and savory feta dip. Once you’ve had authentic feta, you’ll never go back!

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Our Top Greek Recipes

From traditional recipes like avgolemono soup and chicken gyros, to modern twists on tzatziki and spanakopita, our Greek Recipes will transport you straight to the Mediterranean.

These dishes help us stay connected to our childhood years spent in Greece, and stay on track with our health goals – all while eating well, and NEVER compromising on flavor! We hope you enjoy making them as much as we do!

Lemon Feta Orzo

Our lemon feta orzo will blow you away. We served this dish to our mom and she said it’s one of the best recipes we have ever made. View Recipe

Fasolakia

Yellow beans stewed in a pot of tomato sauce, garlic, dill, and oregano make a meal that is nutritious, comforting, and straightforward to put together. View Recipe

A toasted bagel half topped with tomato sauce, crumbled white cheese, and fresh basil leaves sits on a speckled beige plate—an irresistible twist on Greek Bruschetta.

Dakos

If you love Italian bruschetta, you will love this recipe as we feel like this is the Greek version of that, and equally as. View Recipe

Two gyros filled with grilled meat, fresh tomatoes, red onion slices, crumbled feta, and herbs are served on a wooden board. A creamy sauce is drizzled on top, and the gyros are wrapped in pita bread.

Straightforward Chicken Gyros

Our simple Chicken Gyros loaf pan method mimics the traditional spit roasted texture that is tender and juicy on the inside with those crispy edges we all love. View Recipe

Stuffed Tomatoes

Stuffed tomatoes (Gemista) are endlessly versatile. This is our version: juicy, fat tomatoes filled with a savory ground meat and rice mixture, loaded with aromatics, and roasted until tender and bubbling. View Recipe

Stacked layers of marinated, grilled meat on a vertical skewer in a metal pan, set against a white tiled background.

Greek Chicken Gyros

These Greek Chicken Gyros are meticulously seasoned and roasted to perfection. The chicken is stacked on a spit and slow-roasted until the exterior develops a slight caramelized char while the inside remains tender and succulent. View Recipe

Chicken Souvlaki Skewers

Souvlaki is a popular Greek dish consisting of bite-size pieces of chicken, beef, or lamb which are skewered and grilled. View Recipe

A bowl of creamy tzatziki made from an easy tzatziki recipe, topped with green and purple olives, fresh herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, and pita chips for garnish, all placed on a light cloth.

Straightforward Tzatziki Recipe

Tzatziki, also known as tarator or cacık, can be served as a dip, soup, or sauce and is found in the cuisines of Southeast Europe and the Middle East. It takes 5 minutes to make and is the most refreshing dip or side to any dish. View Recipe

Greek Lemon Potatoes

These potatoes will be your new favorite side dish. They are crispy on the outside, soft and lemony on the inside. This is what potato dreams are made of and we highly recommend you give this recipe a try. View Recipe

A wooden board topped with whipped cheese, fresh cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, red onions, yellow peppers, and herbs—this Greek Salad Feta Board is a colorful and vibrant appetizer for any occasion.

Greek Salad Feta Board

Ready in just 10 minutes from start to finish, this show-stopping Greek Salad Feta Board features everything you know and love about its iconic older sister. View Recipe

Close-up of a juicy, roasted lamb shoulder garnished with herbs. The meat is tender and shredded, with crispy, seasoned edges and visible sprigs of rosemary.

Roasted Leg of Lamb

This leg of lamb will blow you away with its flavors and tenderness. Slow-roasting yields soft onions, flavorful potatoes, and fall-apart lamb meat. The roasted garlic cloves can be squeezed from the peels and enjoyed on fresh bread. View Recipe

A close-up of a slice of pasta topped with melted cheese and garnish, being lifted from a baking dish. The pasta is layered with a meat sauce and creamy topping, with parsley sprinkled on top. The dish is set against a neutral background.

Greek Pastitsio Recipe

Pastitsio is what Greeks call their version of lasagna! It features layers of bucatini-style pasta in a rich meaty sauce, topped with a thick layer of béchamel. A cozy and comforting classic. View Recipe

An Easy Greek Bowl filled with grilled chicken, diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and a drizzle of creamy white dressing, all garnished with chopped parsley.

Straightforward Greek Bowl

If you're looking to get in your protein, this bowl has about 60 grams! This Greek bowl will satisfy every craving. View Recipe

A close-up of a golden-brown braided Sweet Easter Bread, topped with sesame seeds and resting on a sheet of parchment paper.

Tsoureki

Sweet Easter Bread is so nostalgic for us: it symbolizes tradition, family, love, and our childhood. This recipe is straightforward, comes together with minimal hands-on work, and yields TWO fluffy, tender, sweet bread loaves. View Recipe

Spatchcock Greek Lemon Chicken

Are you looking for a straightforward and one-pot meal that requires minimal effort and prep? Look no further than our Spatchcock Greek Lemon Chicken recipe! View Recipe

Authentic Greek Salad

The secret to our Authentic Greek Salad lies in the quality of its ingredients: fresh, crisp vegetables and two generous wedges of authentic Greek feta cheese. View Recipe

A bowl of yellow soup inspired by modern the cook recipes is garnished with parsley and lemon wedges, with a gold spoon resting inside. The bowl sits on a white surface beside a cream-colored cloth.

Greek Lemon Soup

Greek Lemon Soup tastes like home to us. Our mom has been making this soup for us since we were a baby. Rice, chicken, and egg yolks are cooked directly in the soup, making this a wholesome, filling one-pot meal. View Recipe

Greek Feta Salad

Your next meal is this Greek Feta Salad, a comforting take on a traditional recipe with the feta dressing! View Recipe

A hand holds a slice of savory Puff Pastry Strudel topped with a spinach and cheese mixture, cut into squares and arranged on a wooden board next to a gold fork and knife.

Puff Pastry Spanakopita

Make our five-ingredient Puff Pastry Spanakopita that's a modern take on the classic Greek phyllo pie. It tastes just like it but waaaaay easier to make! View Recipe