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Try these recipes for Father’s Day! From tasty and fun breakfasts to kabobs and dessert, we have an indulgent collection of recipes for you to try! These are simple yet delicious recipes that dad’s going to love. You can even get his help firing up the grill to make the kabobs!
Father’s day is right around the corner and we’re so excited to share some amazing recipes with you to make for the dad in your life! If he likes grilling, we have some of those and if he’s looking for comfort food, we’ve got you covered!
These Father’s Day recipes are easy to make. They call for wholesome ingredients and inspired by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, these recipes are packed with so much flavor and are meant to be shared with your loved ones. We have everything you might be looking for: From simple breakfast dishes and bread to grilled kabobs and ice cream!
Main Dish Ideas For Father’s Day
Mediterranean Grilled Lamb Burgers
This grilled lamb burger is juicy, easy and ready in 20 minutes. It's seasoned with Mediterranean spices and served with sumac onions and a tasty yogurt sauce.
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Grilled Kofta Kebab Recipe
This kofta kebab recipe is a cornerstone of Middle Eastern cuisine. Learn how to make juicy kofta kebab on the grill and serve with pita, veggies and tahini sauce.
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Grilled Lamb Chops Recipe
Grilled lamb chops are tender and delicious thanks to a tasty marinade. Learn how grill lamb chops that are incredibly juicy and flavorful!
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Mediterranean Style Steak Sandwich
Mediterranean Grilled Steak Sandwich
This steak sandwich is juicy, tasty and ready in 30 minutes. Served with a tasty arugula salad and a pesto sauce, every bite of this sandwich is delicious!
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Grilled Steak With Garlic Herb Sauce
Perfect Grilled Steak with Garlic Herb Sauce
This perfect grilled steak is easier than you think! With a simple seasoning and a flavorful garlic herb sauce, this steak will be the star of your dinner table.
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Grilled Spatchcock Chicken
Grilled spatchcock chicken is easy to infuse with Mediterranean flavors! Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, every bite of this chicken is delicious.
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Best Ever Beef Shish Kabob
An easy beef shish kabobs recipe that’s packed with amazing flavors. Learn all the tips and tricks for making the best shish kabobs at home.
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Shish Tawook Recipe
Shish Tawook is a Lebanese chicken dish that’s simple yet so delicious. Tender chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon and garlic makes one delicious meal for the family.
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Mediterranean Chicken Shish Kabob
Mediterranean Chicken Shish Kabob
Easy chicken shish kabob recipe made on the grill or in the oven. This Mediterranean chicken kabobs are flavored with delicious spices and are quick to make.
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Easy Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Easy Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe
Try this easy recipe for homemade Greek chicken souvlaki. Made with a delicious garlic and lemon marinade, this classic street food is packed with amazing Mediterranean flavors and served with creamy tzatziki sauce.
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Spicy Grilled Chicken Wings
Spicy grilled chicken wings are everyone's favorite. Juicy chicken wings are marinated in hot sauce and grilled to perfection. Follow my step by step recipe for instructions to make these wings on your grill.
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Joojeh Kabab (Persian Saffron Chicken Kebab)
Joojeh Kabab (Persian Saffron Chicken Kebab)
Joojeh kabab is a classic chicken kebob recipe from Iran. Chicken pieces are smothered in a delicious saffron chicken kebob marinade and have such delicious flavor thanks to saffron and lemon.
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Juicy Greek Grilled Chicken Recipe
Juicy Greek Grilled Chicken Recipe
Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean with this juicy Greek grilled chicken. The classic marinade is made with lemon, herbs and spices and is so easy to put together!
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Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe Persian Style
Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe Persian Style
Persian grilled chicken wings recipe is so unique. The chicken wings are marinated in a saffron yogurt mixture, making them tender and delicious.
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Grilled Zaatar Chicken Recipe
Grilled zaatar chicken is juicy and delicious. The key to this recipe is a simple marinade of zaatar and citrus.
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Side Dishes For Father’s Day
The Best Mediterranean Salad Recipe
The Best Mediterranean Salad Recipe
This Mediterranean salad is loaded with fresh vegetables such as cucumbers, tomatoes and herbs. This fresh salad is flavored with a delicious dressing.
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Grilled asparagus with lemon tahini sauce
Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Tahini Sauce
Grilled asparagus – ready in just 15 minutes – is an ideal side dish for your summer grilling. Crisp on the outside with a smokey flavor, this tasty recipe is an easy way to add healthy veggies to your barbeque spread.
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Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables
Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables
Here is an easy Mediterranean grilled vegetables recipe with so much flavor! These grilled vegetables are served with a zesty dressing and make a delicious side dish.
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Turkish Sumac Onions Recipe
Turkish sumac onions are ready in 10 minutes and make an ideal companion to a wide variety of dishes. Crispy red onions are marinated with lemon juice, sumac and herbs – all you need to add a lot of bright flavors to any dish!
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Mediterranean green bean salad
Mediterranean Green Bean Salad Recipe
Here's a green bean salad recipe with a Mediterranean twist that can be ready in 20 minutes. Topped with crispy shallots and feta, this salad is packed with a lot of bright flavors. This salad keeps well, so it's fine to make it ahead of time.
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Mediterranean Couscous Salad Recipe
An easy couscous salad packed with Mediterranean flavors. This couscous salad recipe comes together in only 15 minutes and makes an amazing side dish.
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Turkish Tomato Salad (Gavurdagi)
Turkish Tomato Salad Gavurdagi
Turkish tomato salad made with fresh, plump tomatoes, cucumbers and crunchy walnuts is absolutely delicious. Flavored with pomegranate molasses and ready in 15 minutes, this is the perfect side dish.
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Greek Chickpea Salad with Feta and Cucumber
Greek Chickpea Salad
Ready in 10 minutes, this Greek chickpea salad is the perfect lunch or dinner for weekdays. You only need a few ingredients to make this hearty and healthy salad.
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Mediterranean Potato Salad
Mediterranean potato salad is so easy and simple. It’s made with only a few ingredients and is packed with flavor thanks to a homemade zaatar dressing.
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Mediterranean Corn Salad Recipe
This Mediterranean corn salad is easy, delicious ready in 10 minutes!. Drizzled with a zesty dressing, this is the perfect summer salad!
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Traditional Greek Salad Recipe
Traditional Greek Salad Recipe
Here is a traditional Greek salad recipe, requiring just a few ingredients. It's the perfect starter or side dish for a Mediterranean meal.
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Italian Caprese Salad Recipe
This caprese salad recipe is an Italian classic made with fresh mozzarella and juicy tomatoes. It takes only 10 minutes to make this salad and fresh and quality ingredients is the key to its great flavor.
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Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad
This cucumber tomato avocado salad is perfect for any day of the week. This easy and tasty salad comes together in 15 minutes and is full of flavor thanks to sun dried tomatoes and olives.
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Turkish White Bean Salad (Piyaz)
Turkish White Bean Salad
This Turkish white bean salad is ready in just 10 minutes. It's an easy and tasty side dish that pairs nicely with many Mediterranean flavors.
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Turkish Potato Salad (Patates Salatasi)
Learn how to make homemade potato salad Turkish style. This no mayo potato salad is flavored with fresh herbs and delicious spices.
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Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad
This cucumber tomato feta salad is easy, simple ready in 10 minutes! It's made with just a few ingredients and is perfect for any day!
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Fattoush Salad Recipe
This authentic Lebanese fattoush salad is a Middle Eastern classic. Fresh chopped salad is flavored with crispy toasted pita and a bright, zesty dressing.
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Salad Shirazi Persian Cucumber Tomato Salad
Shirazi Salad (Persian Cucumber Tomato Salad)
Shirazi salad is a Persian cucumber tomato salad that's easy to prepare and packed with flavors. This classic Persian salad can be served with any main dish.
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Appetizer Ideas For Father’s Day
Mutabal (Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip)
Mutabal Recipe (Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip)
Mutabal is a Middle Eastern eggplant dip with a nice smoky flavor. It's different from baba ganoush and can be served with fresh pita bread as an appetizer or on a mezze platter for a tasty feast!
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Tirokafteri (Greek Spicy Feta Dip)
Tirokafteri is a classic spicy Greek feta dip that's ready in 5 minutes. Made with creamy feta and roasted red peppers, you can enjoy this dip as part of a mezze platter with some pita bread.
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Muhammara (roasted red pepper dip)
Muhammara Recipe (Syrian Red Pepper Dip)
Muhammara is a tasty roasted red pepper dip from Aleppo, Syria. This classic Muhammara recipe is made with roasted red peppers, walnuts and olive oil.
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Mast o khiar (Persian yogurt and cucumber)
Mast o Khiar – Persian Yogurt and Cucumber Dip
Mast o Khiar is a traditional Persian yogurt and cucumber dip that is light and flavorful. It's ready in 15 minutes and can be served with main dishes or as an appetizer with some chips or pita bread.
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Kashke bademjan (Persian eggplant dip)
Kashke Bademjan (Persian Eggplant Dip)
Kashke bademjan is a simple Persian eggplant dip that is made with a handful of ingredients. This tasty vegetarian dip is full of amazing flavors and makes for a perfect appetizer!
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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Recipe
Roasted red pepper hummus is easy and has a nice flavor. The sweetness of roasted red peppers combined with tahini, chickpeas and lemon juice makes a tasty hummus that's perfect for a mezze spread.
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Hummus Recipe
This is the ultimate homemade hummus recipe. It’s smooth and creamy with a bright flavor, and pairs perfectly with bread! Follow along for tip and tricks, a video tutorial and complete details!
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Best Loaded Hummus Recipe
This loaded hummus recipe with all the fixings is ready in 15 minutes! Creamy hummus is topped with delicious toppings and served with pita!
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Homemade Harissa Hummus
A new take on traditional hummus, this homemade Harissa hummus is the perfect recipe to satisfy spicy hot dip lovers! This spicy hummus recipe is perfect for parties and gatherings and it’s so simple to make.
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Green Goddess Salad Recipe
This viral TikTok green goddess salad is delicious! Ready in 15 minutes, this salad can be served as a side, dip or sandwich topping.
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Turkish Ezme Recipe
Ezme is a classic Turkish sauce, condiment and appetizer that’s usually served on the side of kebabs with some fresh bread. It’s ready in 10 minutes and is so delicious thanks to tomatoes, peppers and herbs.
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Tzatziki (Greek Cucumber Sauce)
Tzatziki Recipe (Greek Cucumber Sauce)
This classic tzatziki recipe is made with just a few ingredients and will be ready in only 10 minutes. It's perfect for vegetables, meat, or simply as a dip. Check out our video and step-by-step tutorial.
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The Best Baba Ganoush Recipe
Baba ganoush is a classic middle eastern eggplant recipe. Charred eggplant mixed with tahini makes a delicious dip that you can make in 30 minutes!
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Toum Lebanese Garlic Sauce
Lebanese garlic sauce, also known as toum, is a rich and creamy sauce made with only four ingredients. It's dairy-free, vegan and ready in no time!
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Baked feta with honey and zaatar
Baked Feta Recipe with Honey And Zaatar
This 20-minute baked feta recipe is easy and makes a delicious appetizer. It's made with only five ingredients and is topped with honey and zaatar.
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Skordalia (Greek potato and garlic dip)
Skordalia Greek Potato and Garlic Dip
Skordalia is a popular Greek potato and garlic dip that's creamy and so tasty. Watch the video to learn how to make this traditional Greek dip with just a few ingredients.
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Pistachio Walnut Avocado Dip
Ready in 15 minutes, this avocado dip with walnuts and pistachios is a great addition to your appetizer platter. You can serve it alongside some homemade pita bread or crackers.
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