Sides Recipes
These Mini Greek Lemon Potato Smashers are a crispy, oven-roasted Mediterranean alternative to traditional fried game-day potatoes. Made with tender baby potatoes, extra-virgin olive oil, bright lemon, garlic, and aromatic Greek oregano, they’re crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside—no frying required. Perfect as a Super Bowl snack, party appetizer, meze board […]
In Athens, the rhythm of cooking often mirrors the seasons — ingredients tell the story. This Chestnut and Winter Squash Risotto, perfumed with Mavrodaphne wine and crowned with feta, captures that story in a single dish. It’s rustic yet refined, with chestnuts bringing sweetness, squash adding earthiness, and feta lending its briny balance. A […]
From the streets of Athens to the set of My Greek Table, this recipe tells a story of evolution — how a simple Greek idea can meet a global trend. The viral ‘melting broccoli’ craze gets its Hellenic makeover here with roasted broccoli and cauliflower bathed in a lemon-dill butter sauce, then crowned with […]
Featured on “My Greek Table – Flavors of Longevity,” this pan-shaken Brussels sprouts recipe combines the best of the Mediterranean diet in every bite—crisp Brussels sprouts, meaty mushrooms, thyme, orange zest, and antioxidant-rich pomegranate. Enjoying vegetables prepared with Greek olive oil and fresh herbs is a pillar of food as medicine and healthy eating. […]
This Greek Lemon Brown Rice Pilaf is a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired side dish bursting with fresh flavor. Nutty brown rice and golden orzo are simmered with onions, garlic, and a generous squeeze of lemon, then finished with fresh parsley and dill for a bright, herby finish. Early harvest Greek olive oil adds richness, while the […]
These flavorful Greek lemon potatoes are a delightful side dish, combining the brightness of lemon with the richness of olive oil and herbs. Perfect for accompanying any meal.
Indulge in a Mediterranean-Inspired Vegetarian Delight: Cauliflower Steak Melt with Spanakopita Filling! Enjoy the fusion of Greek flavors and modern vegetarian cuisine with this mouthwatering Cauliflower Steak Melt. Tender, roasted cauliflower steaks are topped with a creamy, herb-infused spanakopita filling and melted cheese for a satisfying, low-carb meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, this […]
Everyone loves crispy Greek lemon potatoes, but when that Greek family classic gets an extra punch, literally, to morph into Crispy Greek Lemon Smashed Potatoes, the wow factor goes up exponentially. Find the herbs, garlic and olive oil to make this delicious recipe even tastier in my shop: shop.dianekochilas.com You can sprinkle the tops […]
Ikaria Fresh Bean and Corn Stew is a great between-the-seasons one-pot recipe packed with deliciousness and healthy plant-based ingredients.
Bruschetta with whipped feta and roasted Florina peppers is a delicious and easy meze to make any time of the year. You can grill bell peppers instead of the long, thick-fleshed Florina peppers, which may be hard to find outside of Greece. As for the feta, there are a few things to know about […]