Side Dishes

Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip

I love cranberries and find them so festive in holiday meals and snacks. We have plenty of cranberry sauce at Thanksgiving and I always...

Cranberry Salsa with Jalapeños and Lime

Today I have a quick recipe for you. Cranberry Salsa with Jalapeños and Lime is such a great treat for fall. It’s unexpected, it’s...

Pumpkin Whipped Feta

There are a lot of delicious feta dips in Greek cuisine because feta lends itself so well to being whipped into a light, fluffy...

Spanakopita Dip

Spanakopita Dip is a fun take on the classic Greek snack. I like to make it for parties because it still features all the same great...

Greek Guacamole

Guacamole might be one of the most ubiquitous dishes of summer. I think it is served at nearly every restaurant in our area because it’s...

Roasted Red Pepper and Fava Dip

Hey there! Do you love to snack on dips with your favorite crunchy sides? Then you'll definitely want to try out this Roasted Red Pepper...

Fig and Brie Panini

Paninis are hot toasted Italian-style sandwiches. I love making them in the winter because they are a great way to have a hot meal...

POTATOES & PEAS

This is a hearty side dish that is great for this time of year. The days are getting shorter, we are all getting in the mood for heartier...

FETA MOUSSE

Feta Mouse is a yummy dip I made up last summer. It’s basically whipped feta with lemon and thyme and it’s the perfect refreshing dip for...

Taramosalata | Carpe Roe Dip

In Greece this dip is known as Taramosalata, or Carpe Roe Dip. It is very popular in Greek culture and is found at Greek restaurants...

SKORDALIA

When I share this recipe a lot of people think I’m making mashed potatoes. There are a lot of similarities, but this Garlic Potato Dip...

BLUE CHEESE YOGURT DIP

I’m sharing this very brief episode with you today so you can see how to make blue cheese dip with Greek yogurt. I prefer this method...

Grilled Peach Caprese Salad

This is a fun twisted on a traditional summer salad. I find the peaches add a nice sweet flavor that pairs so well with the fresh basil.

Prassini Salad

In Greek the word prassini means green. This is a very common green salad found in Greece. It’s light and refreshing!

Grilled Calamari the same way as they do it in Greece

In Greece Kalamari is typically grilled. It tastes incredible, and it makes the whole dish lighter and healthier.

Fried Kolokithakia | Traditional Fried Zucchini with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Zucchini chips with garlic yogurt dips is just one of the many Greek dishes that feature zucchini!

The Best Summer Salad | Watermelon Feta Arugula Salad

I know I always say the dishes on this show are my “favorite”, but this Watermelon Feta Arugula Salad is truly my favorite salad of all time

Nikki's Favorite Hummus

Homemade hummus is beyond amazing. You can make it from scratch in the same amount of time it takes to get it from the grocery store.

Tyrokafteri | Spicy Feta Dip

This delicious dip is perfect for serving at home or taking to a party. It is incredibly simple to make and you can adjust the heat!

Fasolakia | Easy and Delicious Braised String Beans

This delicious green bean dish is made with stewed tomatoes and potatoes. I love serving it as a side dish with fish, chicken, or lamb.

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