30+ Mouthwatering Mediterranean Meals

If seven-layer dip isn't your thing but you're looking for a similar alternative, then check out this tangy Mediterranean dip. It calls for garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, and a whole lot more for what we like to call eight layers of gold.

These halloumi fries with a honey greek yogurt sauce are a perfect side dish.

This artichoke and mushroom salad has all the makings of a Mediterranean pleaser: a base bed of spinach, parmesan shavings, a drizzle of olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

One of the best parts about this vegetarian Mediterranean quiche is that you can enjoy it no matter what time of day. Sautéed onions, zucchini, red peppers, and sun-dried tomatoes mix with gruyère and goat cheese for a richness that will be hard to put down.

Garlic and olive oil are arguably two of the most popular ingredients in the Mediterranean diet. Enjoy both of them when you cook up this simple but savory spaghetti recipe that also incorporates chili flakes.

The easiest, freshest, and most flavorful app we can think of? Greek salad skewers. All it takes is a fast chop of the ingredients (cucumber, feta, tomatoes, and olives), making sure you have the right portion of each, and a drizzle of olive oil.

This pasta salad can be prepared and tossed into the fridge for later in the week, and the recipe is a veritable blank canvas — add in the fresh ingredients that make your tastebuds happiest!

Fish, unsurprisingly, is a mainstay of the Mediterranean diet. Don't be intimidated by a dish like cod and asparagus en papillote, though — the recipe that calls for basil, spring onion, and soy sauce is easier than you think.

There's no denying the important role pesto plays in Mediterranean dishes. For a simple twist on the Genovese pesto that calls for pine nuts, try this zesty version made from walnuts instead.

Bold ingredients, including salty feta, floral honey, mint, and orange zest, play together in perfect harmony in this stunning nibble.

Lamb shanks might seem fancy and fussy to cook, but this one-pot (or rather, casserole dish) dish shatters that conception.

Olives are a pretty divisive food, but even the haters will want to convert after they try these spicy marinated olives. The great thing is that the recipe, infused with chili flakes, doesn't require much to put together.

We like to call this one a Mediterranean twist on eggs in purgatory. The result? Savory cinnamon-spiced eggs that are prepared in a slow-simmered clove, onion, and tomato sauce.

Tahini and chickpeas may not be the stars of this spiced carrot soup, but the Mediterranean staples sure provide loads of textural and flavor kicks.

Put together a mezze platter for your next party and prepare for the flood of compliments.

It's the first lady's very own recipe, and one that's perfect for the season. The Spring salad calls for many Mediterranean favorites: we're talking fresh green peas (only in season until the Summer), shallots, leeks, mint leaves, and olive oil.

Wrapping these feta-stuffed meatballs with cucumber adds fresh flavor and party-ready flair.

Forget squash blossoms that are stuffed with creamy cheese and deep fried. This lighter version of burrata-stuffed squash blossoms with olive tapenade is ideal for a Mediterranean-themed dinner — or any dinner party, for that matter.

A French-inspired lemon and lavender chicken hits all the right sweet and savory notes, providing just enough floral flavor and herbaceousness to perk you up on a blustery night.

Spread on toast or used in sauces, homemade tahini is a Meditarranean favorite no one should go without. Aside from its versatility, another plus is that the sesame seed paste is easier to make than you'd think.

This orzo salad recipe calls for a variety of Mediterranean-influenced ingredients: fresh and sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives. Take one bite, and it's almost like you're vacationing on a Grecian isle. Almost.

This traditional Mediterranean eggplant dip might not be much to look at, but it more than makes up for it in rich, smoky flavor.

When made in a classic manner, traditional tabbouleh is a salad that's light, refreshing, and completely acceptable to pig out on, without incurring a nasty stomachache.

Quail eggs aren't easy to track down, but this tasty leek and egg salad makes the hunt for ingredients worthwhile.

There's no better authority on how to cook seafood than Julia Child, and this mussels recipe uses her expertise to create the perfect dish.

This fresh salad with grilled flank steak makes for a healthy and delicious summer meal

Think homemade salsa meets rich Italian food, and you've got the idea of this scrumptiously fresh Mediterranean spread.

Miniature meatballs made from Italian sausage, white beans, and kale bulk up this brothy Italian soup.

When salty feta meets sweet watermelon, there's no going back! This delectable Summer dish is a sweet take on the classic Greek salad that you'll enjoy looking at and eating.

With drool-worthy ingredients like pomegranate molasses, crème fraîche, and shallots, you really can't go wrong with this lamb kebab recipe.

For an easy take on this spinach- and feta-stuffed Greek dish, look no further than this recipe.

Once you try this smooth, creamy hummus recipe, you'll have a hard time going back to store-bought!

You can't beat the classics! This traditional Greek salad has all the usual ingredients: red onion, brined feta, and fresh tomatoes.

Traditional tabbouleh uses barley, but this gluten-free take on the dish replaces the grain with scrumptious quinoa.

Turn your favorite salad into a party-ready favorite by creating portable tomato, basil, and mozzarella skewers.

Find out why this eggplant recipe is mouthwatering enough for a POPSUGAR food editor to devour entirely by herself — one taste will tell you!

This cooling sauce is a flavorful staple in Mediterranean cuisine, and you can make it yourself with ease.