Vegetable Recipes
This Melitzanosalata with Miso, Tahini, and Petimezi is a modern interpretation of a beloved Greek classic—one that speaks to the evolving, inclusive nature of Mediterranean hospitality. Featured in My Greek Table Season 5: Flavors of Longevity, episode Hospitality on the Plate, it reflects how food cultures grow richer when ideas are exchanged across tables and […]
Eggplant Rolls with Walnut “Meat” offer a vibrant, plant-forward bite inspired by Greek Aegean longevity cooking. Smoky eggplant and herby walnut filling come together in a vegan dish featured in My Greek Table: The Foods of Longevity. Finished with pomegranate, mint, and parsley, these Mediterranean rolls are perfect as a main or starter. Try […]
This Strawberry Tomato Greek Salad is a fresh, vibrant twist on the classic Greek salad, perfect for summer. Juicy strawberries and ripe tomatoes mingle with creamy feta, crisp cucumber, and aromatic herbs like basil and mint, all brought together with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a splash of balsamic vinegar. This […]
Give your pasta night a Mediterranean makeover with this Vegetable Spaghetti tossed in a creamy tahini sauce and topped with sesame seeds. Inspired by classic Greek recipes for cold noodles with sesame, this dish is loaded with fresh vegetables, whole wheat spaghetti, and a luscious, calcium-rich tahini dressing. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone […]
A classic Greek vegan stew, Arakas Laderos me Patates brings together the best flavors of spring: sweet peas, creamy potatoes, and aromatic herbs and the hint of tomatoes. This dish is a staple of Mediterranean home cooking-hearty, healthy, and perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Serve with crusty bread and feta for a […]
Discover a delicious low-carb Mediterranean dish from my book The Ikaria Way that's perfect for keto and paleo diets. This Greek-inspired braised cauliflower recipe combines aromatic spices, tangy olives, and sweet cinnamon for a flavorful vegetarian main course or side dish. Packed with vitamins and fiber, this easy one-pot meal is both healthy and […]
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 […]
Is there anything more iconically Greek than a great moussaka recipe (Greek eggplant casserole)? When Greek moussaka is made well, it’s one of the world’s greatest dishes. Although it’s time consuming to prepare, you can easily make this in steps over a couple of days, getting the vegetables softened in the oven (store them in […]
Eggplant papoutsakia with bulgur, tomatoes and herbs makes for a great vegan stuffed eggplant dish and a light variation on a classic Greek recipe. A lot of people confuse bulgur with cracked wheat. It is cracked wheat, usually Durum, but with a difference. Bulgur is parboiled. That makes it so easy to use; it […]
STOCK FOR RISOTTO TIPS: A good stock is essential for a good risotto. Its temperature is very important – it should be hot and simmering and kept at this temperature throughout cooking the dish. Most of us will use store-bought stock for risotto, which is fine, but make sure to look for low-sodium stocks […]