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Check out our best Greek recipes! From simple dishes such as braised green beans and chicken souvlaki to the ultimate moussaka, you can find tried and true Greek food here with rave reviews from our readers.
If you love gyro and tzatziki, you are in for a treat today. This collection of easy Greek recipes offers over 25 dishes that call for wholesome and fresh ingredients, are easy to make and are packed with flavor!
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What’s special about Greek food?
Greek cuisine, like other Mediterranean cuisines is based on wholesome and fresh ingredients. Some of the main ingredients used in Greek cuisine are olive oil, vegetables, herbs, lemon, yogurt and meat such as seafood, poultry and lamb.
Best Greek recipes
Best Greek Chicken Marinade
Chicken marinade with Greek yogurt is the way to go! Infused with yogurt, lemon, garlic, and herbs, this marinade ensures every bite is tender, juicy, and bursting with Mediterranean goodness.
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Fasolakia (Greek Green Beans)
Fasolakia is a Greek green bean recipe that proves that green beans need not be bland. Tender green beans braised in olive oil and tomato make this a mouthwatering vegetarian and gluten free main or side dish.
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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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Spanakorizo – Greek Spinach Rice
Spanakorizo Recipe (Greek Spinach Rice)
Spanakorizo is a classic Greek spinach rice that's easy and comforting. You only need a few ingredients to make this delicious vegetarian recipe.
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Baked Mahi Mahi, Greek Style!
This mahi mahi recipe is ready in 30 minutes. Tender and flaky fish baked with bright Mediterranean flavors makes the perfect dinner.
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Greek Lemon Rice Recipe
This Greek lemon rice is ready in 30 minutes. The lemon and garlic add a lot of flavor to this Greek-inspired dish, which can be served on the side or as the main meal!
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Soutzoukakia Greek Baked Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Soutzoukakia also known as Greek baked meatballs in tomato sauce is a classic recipe that's full of flavor. Juicy meatballs cooked in a flavorful rich tomato sauce makes the perfect recipe. Follow along for all my tips and tricks to make the juiciest meatballs!
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Greek Potatoes Recipe
These Greek potatoes are probably going to be the best roasted potatoes you've ever had. Give roasted potatoes a Mediterranean twist by making them Greek style with garlic, herbs and lots of lemon!
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Greek Eggplant Moussaka Recipe
Moussaka is a classic Greek comfort food. Follow our step-by-step recipe to make this easy and comforting eggplant casserole.
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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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Easy Greek Pastitsio Recipe
Pastitsio is a Greek pasta bake that's bursting with flavor. Layers of pasta, meat sauce and bechamel sauce makes this dish so unique and delicious.
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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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Easy Baked Greek Chicken Recipe
This baked Greek chicken recipe is a weeknight favorite. Marinated in yogurt, lemon and garlic, this chicken is flavorful in every bite.
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Briam – Greek roasted vegetables
Briam Greek Roasted Vegetables
Briam is a Greek roasted vegetables dish cooked in olive oil. This easy and delicious recipe is made with just a few ingredients and is vegan, low carb and gluten free.
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Easy Greek Meatballs Recipe (Keftedes)
Keftedes are Greek meatballs that are juicy, delicious and easy to make. Serve them with some pita, salad and tzatziki for a complete Mediterranean meal!
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Easy Spanakopita Recipe (Greek Spinach Pie)
Here is a classic spanakopita recipe. This Greek spinach pie is made with phyllo dough, spinach and feta. It's packed with so much flavor. One slice is never enough! Be sure to check out our step by step tutorial and video.
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Greek Chicken And Potatoes Recipe
This Greek chicken and potatoes is the perfect dinner. Made in one pan with lots of garlic and lemon, every bit of this baked chicken and potatoes is juicy and packed with flavor.
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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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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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Greek Oven Baked Fries
These Greek oven baked fries are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They're topped with feta and served with homemade tzatziki.
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Greek Chicken Gyro Recipe
This Greek chicken gyro recipe is easy and exceptionally delicious. The marinade makes the chicken extra flavorful and juicy. Stuff it into a pita with fresh veggies and homemade tzatziki for a fabulous Greek deliciousness!
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20-minute Greek Shrimp Salad
A delicious no mayo Greek shrimp salad recipe that's ready in only 20 minutes. This healthy shrimp salad made with fresh ingredients and is perfect for a light lunch.
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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 full of flavor. Watch the video to learn how to make this traditional dip with just a few simple ingredients.
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Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe
Greek lemon chicken orzo soup is easy and packed with flavor. This healthy soup is creamy, hearty and so tasty, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Greek one pan chicken and rice
Greek One Pan Chicken and Rice
An easy one pan chicken and rice recipe made Greek style! Juicy chicken and flavorful rice make the perfect weeknight dinner that's easy yet super delicious.
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Greek Salmon Salad Recipe
Ready in 30 minutes, this Greek salmon salad is perfect for lunch or dinner. You only need a few ingredients and some good salmon to make it!
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Avocado egg sandwich Greek style
Greek Avocado Egg Sandwich
Avocado Egg Sandwich with a Greek twist is ready in 20 minutes and is perfect for breakfast. Avocado and egg wrapped in pita with some olives and feta offers so much flavor in every bite.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Nutrition
Calories: 360kcal
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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There are so many flavorful-looking recipes here! I want to try them all. Thanks for the complete list.
I LOVE Greek recipes! This collection reminds me so much for my time on the Greek Island of Kos, where restaurants would put out seemingly endless plates of Greek appetizers for us to try. It was wonderful! Thank you so much for these Greek recipes – I’ll be trying them out one by one!
I just created a 2-week menu plan with these recipes! So many tasty dishes to try!
thanks for educating me on so many delicious greek recipes. I really loved the ultimate moussaka one and actually i think i might have to pin this to reference back later!
Thanks for sharing all these amazing Greek recipes. I can’t wait to give them all a try especially the Greek Eggplant Moussaka Recipe. So yummy!!
I want to try the Greek roasted vegetables together with the Greek salmon. Though I’m American, I think Greek cuisine is my favorite. This is such a great list.
Amazing collection of greek recipes. Thanks for sharing.
This is a great list of recipes there is something for everyone! Made the eggplant moussaka and it was a hit! Can’t wait to make my way down this list!
We love Greek flavors! I am so excited to try these dishes – especially the Mahi Mahi and the Greek Spinach Rice.