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135 recipes

Reverse Marinade

A herb, shallot and orange marinade whisked with olive oil and spooned over cooked food.

Mediterraneanmarinade15 minServes 8241 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: shallot

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-4525 · Hand-built original

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Roasted Aubergine with Anchovies and Oregano

Aubergine discs salted, brushed with olive oil and roasted until dark golden, then dressed while cool with a whisked anchovy, white wine vinegar and garlic dressing and finished with oregano and parsley.

MediterraneanSide dishServes four as a sideGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: eggplant

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-8803 · Hand-built original

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Roasted Butternut Squash Feta Soup with Sourdough Feta Croutons

Butternut squash roasted in a Dutch oven around a block of feta with garlic, blended with vegetable broth and honey, served with sourdough croutons baked onto feta crumbles.

MediterraneanSoup1 hr 30 minServes 41117 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: spices

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-12037 · Hand-built original

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Roasted Mediterranean Chicken Thighs & Baby Potatoes

Bone-in chicken thighs marinated in olive oil, tomato paste, lemon, smoked paprika and herbs, then roasted directly on halved baby potatoes. The dish bakes covered first to stay juicy, then uncovered at higher heat so the skin crisps while the potatoes absorb the pan juices.

MediterraneanMain courseServes 6319 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-8099 · Hand-built original

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Roasted Romanesco with Garlic Yogurt

Charred edges on roasted romanesco served over garlicky cumin yogurt with a nutty brown-butter spoon sauce of hazelnuts, sesame, and chives.

MediterraneanSideServes 462 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: romanesco

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-15064 · Hand-built original

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Rosemary Garlic Lamb Chops with Creamy Dill Sauce

Lamb rib chops marinated in rosemary, paprika, lemon and mustard, seared to a golden crust and served over baby greens with a yogurt, dill and mayonnaise sauce and pomegranate seeds.

MediterraneanAppetizer15 minServes 4104 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: lamb

Pairs well with: mint sauce, roasted potatoes, couscous, ratatouille, tzatziki

HB-10951 · Hand-built original

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Sardine Pasta

Spaghetti is tossed through a warm pan sauce of sardines, cherry tomatoes, capers and fresh herbs. Lemon zest and chilli flakes finish the dish at serving.

MediterraneanMain course0 minServes 2408 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: sardines

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-8171 · Hand-built original

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Sardines and Beans

Sardines and Beans is a Mediterranean main course centred on sardines, prepared in a straightforward home style. Serve it as directed in the method.

MediterraneanMain courseServes 2-4269 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: sardines

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-4095 · Hand-built original

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Sautéed Spinach with Garlic

Baby spinach wilts in olive oil with thinly sliced garlic and chili flakes, then gets a squeeze of lemon to brighten it. Served the moment it collapses, while the leaves are still glossy and green.

MediterraneanSide2 to 4 as a side dish159 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: spinach

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-15143 · Hand-built original

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Seared Zucchini and Halloumi in Red-Wine Vinaigrette

Zucchini rounds and thick halloumi slices sear until golden, then meet a sharp red wine vinegar and garlic dressing. Torn mint, basil, parsley or dill scatter over before serving.

MediterraneanSide dish0 min4 servings2 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: zucchini

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-8196 · Hand-built original

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Sheet-Pan Baked Feta With Broccolini, Tomatoes and Lemon

Sheet-Pan Baked Feta With Broccolini, Tomatoes and Lemon is a Mediterranean main course centred on feta, prepared in a straightforward home style. Serve it as directed in the method.

MediterraneanMain course25 min4 servings122 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: feta

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-4067 · Hand-built original

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Sheet-Pan Halloumi With Avocado and Citrus

Torn halloumi and pita roast until the cheese turns golden at the edges, then everything is tossed with orange and grapefruit in a lime and honey dressing. Avocado scoops, dill, shallot and jalapeño make it a full dinner salad.

MediterraneanMain course0 min4 servings285 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: halloumi

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-8223 · Hand-built original

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Skillet Chicken With Couscous, Lemon and Halloumi

Skillet Chicken With Couscous, Lemon and Halloumi is a Mediterranean main course centred on chicken, prepared in a straightforward home style. Serve it as directed in the method.

MediterraneanMain course0 min4 servings1420 kcalEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-4117 · Hand-built original

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Smashed Cucumber Salad

Smashed Persian cucumbers with avocado, feta, dill and chives in a blended olive oil, honey, rice vinegar and Dijon dressing.

MediterraneanSide15 minServes 4241 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-12100 · Hand-built original

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Soleil salad

A Mediterranean quinoa salad with eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper and cherry tomatoes in a balsamic dressing with chilli flakes and smoked paprika, finished with goat's cheese and basil.

MediterraneanSaladGluten-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: quinoa

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-8351 · Hand-built original

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Spicy Smashed Olive Wrap

A baked sheet of smashed Castelvetrano olives pressed into mozzarella and Parmesan with Calabrian chili paste, cooled into a pliable wrap.

MediterraneanMain course24 minServes 1535 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: cheese

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-12122 · Hand-built original

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Stuffed Olives

Large green olives piped full of a sun-dried tomato, parmesan and cream cheese filling seasoned with garlic, paprika and Italian herbs.

MediterraneanAppetizerVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-Sodium

Main ingredient: olives

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki

HB-15453 · Hand-built original

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Sun-Dried Tomato and Chickpea Smash

Chickpeas smashed with sun-dried and cherry tomatoes, yoghurt, lemon and oregano, served on bread.

MediterraneanLight meals & snacks30 minServes 2315 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: chickpeas

Pairs well with: green salad, soup, pickled onions

HB-5424 · Hand-built original

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Tomatoes, Halloumi & Beans

Butterbeans simmered with shallot and garlic under salted tomato slices, topped with halloumi charred in the pan and glossed with honey and balsamic.

MediterraneanSide dishGluten-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: beefsteak tomatoes

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-8650 · Hand-built original

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Tzatziki

A Mediterranean yogurt dip of Greek yogurt with finely chopped Persian cucumber, garlic, lemon, dried dill and fresh mint, chilled until thick.

MediterraneanAppetizer15 minServes 1050 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-12255 · Hand-built original

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Watermelon Feta Salad with Candied Walnuts

Cubed watermelon, strawberries, Persian cucumbers, feta, red onion and mint in a honey and lime dressing, with walnuts candied in butter and coconut sugar added at serving.

MediterraneanSide25 minServes 6478 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: cucumber

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-12321 · Hand-built original

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Whipped Feta

Feta whipped smooth with Greek yogurt and herbs, finished with olive oil and toasted seeds.

MediterraneanStarter30 minServes 43 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: feta

Pairs well with: flatbread, crudites, grilled vegetables

HB-4854 · Hand-built original

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White Bean, Feta and Quick-Pickled Celery Salad

A Mediterranean salad of cannellini beans and crumbled feta with celery and red onion quick-pickled in wine vinegar, finished with chopped tender herbs and olive oil.

MediterraneanSalad0 min4 to 6 servings25 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: white bean

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-8772 · Hand-built original

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Zesty Cauliflower Leek Soup

A blended cauliflower and leek soup seasoned with chili flakes, nutmeg and black pepper, enriched with parmesan and garnished with parsley and olive oil.

MediterraneanSoup45 minServes 6524 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: cauliflower

Pairs well with: pita, greek salad, hummus, tzatziki, olives

HB-12328 · Hand-built original

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