Sides Easy Baked Caponata with Peppers
A lighter oven-baked caponata with peppers, eggplant, celery, onion, tomato, olives, and an agrodolce finish.
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Sides Easy Cavolfiore Soffocato Recipe
Cauliflower slowly stewed with onion, garlic, olive oil, and green olives in the Sardinian home style.
Main Dishes Medium Fregola ai Porcini e Vernaccia Recipe
Fregola ai porcini e Vernaccia cooked risotto-style with mushrooms, herbs, and Sardinian white wine.
Soups & Stews Easy Lenticchie al Pomodoro
Lentils slowly stewed with soffritto and finished with a separate tomato sauce in the Sardinian home style.
Desserts Medium Pai e Saba
Sardinian Christmas bread sweetened with cooked grape must, raisins, walnuts, almonds, cinnamon, and sugar strands.
Sides Easy Pomodori Gratinati
Baked ripe tomatoes filled with toasted breadcrumbs, extra virgin olive oil, oregano, and Sardinian sea salt.
Appetizers Easy Fainè alla Sassarese (Sassari Chickpea Flatbread)
Sassari-style fainè made with chickpea flour, water, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Main Dishes Easy Tomato Water Gnocchi
Quick flour gnocchi made with boiling water, tomato paste, olive oil, and no potatoes.
Main Dishes Advanced Vegetable Panada Sarda
Sardinian vegetable panada with eggplant, zucchini, chard, potato, peppers, dried tomato, parsley, and garlic.
Appetizers Medium Wild Asparagus in Oil
A Sardinian preserve of wild asparagus blanched in vinegar water, dried well, and packed in olive oil with garlic.
Soups & Stews Easy Lenticchie in Umido
Stewed lentils with soffritto, sun-dried tomato, bay, and sage. A plain but complete Sardinian-style pantry dish.
Drinks Medium Liquore di Mirto
A home-style Sardinian myrtle berry liqueur made by macerating ripe berries in alcohol, then finishing with water and sugar syrup.
Sides Easy Carciofi Arrosto alla Sarda
Whole Sardinian artichokes opened, seasoned with olive oil, garlic, parsley, and salt, then cooked slowly over the fire.
Sauces & Condiments Medium Pomodori Secchi Sott'Olio
Sun-dried tomatoes preserved in olive oil with garlic, parsley, and chili after a quick vinegar blanch.
Bread & Baking Advanced Sa Fruttera — Sardinian Wedding Bread
Traditional Sardinian decorative wedding bread shaped into flowers, fruits, and hearts. Made with semola rimacinata and shaped entirely by hand.
Soups & Stews Easy Red Lentil Soup
One-pot red lentil soup with tomato passata, soffritto, and bay leaf. A thick Sardinian home soup that comes together in under an hour.
Appetizers Medium Dolmades Recipe with Herbed Rice and Lemon
Greek dolmades with grape leaves, herbed rice, pine nuts, olive oil, and lemon, served warm or at room temperature.
Main Dishes Easy Fasolakia Recipe with Green Beans and Potatoes
Greek fasolakia with green beans, potatoes, tomato, onion, garlic, olive oil, and parsley cooked until soft.
Sides Easy Greek Lemon Potatoes (Patates Fournou)
Greek lemon roasted potatoes — crispy outside, creamy inside, with oregano, garlic, and bright lemon flavor. The ultimate side dish.
Bread & Baking Medium Homemade Malloreddus (Gnocchetti Sardi)
Make Sardinia's signature ridged pasta from scratch with just semolina, water, and salt. A straightforward dough technique that works every time.
Main Dishes Medium Braised Artichokes with Lemon and Garlic
Braised artichokes with lemon, garlic, mint, parsley, olive oil, and white wine for a tender vegetable side.
Sides Easy Brown Rice with Lemon and Herbs
Brown rice with lemon, parsley, dill, toasted almonds, garlic, olive oil, and broth for a useful grain side.
Main Dishes Easy Bulgur Pilaf with Chickpeas
Bulgur pilaf with chickpeas, tomatoes, mushrooms, red pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, parsley, and broth.
Main Dishes Medium Caponata Recipe with Eggplant, Olives, and Agrodolce
Sicilian caponata with eggplant, peppers, celery, tomato, olives, capers, and agrodolce. Serve cool or at room temperature.
Main Dishes Easy Cauliflower Steaks Recipe with Tahini-Lemon Sauce
Thick roasted cauliflower slices with tahini-lemon sauce, garlic, parsley, mint, and optional pomegranate.
Sides Easy Chermoula Recipe for Fish and Vegetables
Chermoula recipe with cilantro, parsley, cumin, coriander, lemon, and olive oil for fish, vegetables, chicken, or bread.
Main Dishes Easy Grain Bowl with Roasted Vegetables, Chickpeas, and Herb Sauce
A build-your-own grain bowl template with farro, roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, and a bright herb sauce. Customizable and deeply satisfying.
Sides Easy Gremolata (Lemon Zest, Garlic, Parsley) for Beans and Vegetables
Three ingredients, five minutes. This Milanese condiment wakes up beans, braised dishes, and roasted vegetables with bright citrus and raw garlic.
Main Dishes Easy Mushroom and Lentil Ragù (Plant-Based)
A rich, savory plant-based ragù made with mushrooms and lentils. Deep umami flavor in a completely vegan sauce that satisfies like the meat version.
Sides Easy Olive Tapenade (Green and Black Versions)
The Mediterranean spread that's more than the sum of its parts. Two versions—briny black and bright green. Perfect for bread, vegetables, and more.
Sides Easy Orange + Lemon Herb Vinaigrette (For Bitter Greens and Fish)
A brighter, sweeter vinaigrette that tames bitter greens and complements fish. Orange juice softens the lemon's edge while herbs add aromatic depth.
Appetizers Easy Pane Carasau "Pantry Bruschetta" (Tomato + Olive Oil + Oregano)
The simplest Sardinian snack: crispy pane carasau flatbread topped with fresh tomatoes, olive oil, and oregano. Five minutes, no cooking.
Main Dishes Easy Peperonata
Italian peperonata with red and yellow peppers, shallot, capers, oregano, and basil. Soft, glossy, and best after a short rest.
Sides Easy Preserved Lemon Paste (Condiment That Wakes Up Everything)
The secret weapon of Mediterranean and North African cooking. Salted, fermented lemons blended into a paste that adds brightness and depth to any meal.
Main Dishes Easy Roasted Zucchini and Eggplant with Salsa Verde
Roasted zucchini and eggplant slices drizzled with bright green salsa verde. A simple vegetable dish transformed by an herb-packed sauce.
Sides Medium Romesco (Roasted Pepper + Nuts + Olive Oil)
The Spanish sauce that transforms vegetables. Roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds, and garlic create a rusty-red sauce perfect for grilled veg, fish or bread.
Sides Easy Salsa Verde (Parsley, Capers, Lemon, Olive Oil)
The ultimate Mediterranean sauce for fish. Bright parsley, briny capers, sharp lemon, and grassy olive oil. Five minutes to transform any seafood dish.
Sides Easy Simple Tomato Sauce (Garlic, Olive Oil, Basil)
The foundation sauce. Garlic, olive oil, tomatoes, and basil. Master this and you have the base for pasta, braises, soups, and countless variations.
Main Dishes Easy Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice) with Lemon and Dill
Classic Greek spinach rice—a simple, nourishing dish of rice, spinach, lemon, and dill. Comfort food that comes together in 30 minutes.
Sides Easy Tahini-Lemon Sauce (Creamy Without Dairy)
The creamy sauce that isn't dairy. Tahini, lemon, garlic, and water whip into a luscious sauce that works on everything from vegetables to grains to grilled...
Main Dishes Easy Tomato-Braised Cabbage with Olive Oil and Herbs
Cabbage wedges slowly braised in tomato sauce with olive oil and herbs. A transformation of humble ingredients into something deeply satisfying.
Salads Easy Whole Grain Tabbouleh (Extra Parsley, Big Lemon)
A proper tabbouleh—mostly parsley with bulgur, tomatoes, and a generous amount of lemon. The way it's meant to be made.
Main Dishes Easy Whole Wheat Couscous with Vegetables and Chickpeas
Fluffy whole wheat couscous with roasted vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas. A quick 20-minute meal that's perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Main Dishes Easy Zucchini Boats with Chickpeas, Tomatoes, and Herbs
Stuffed zucchini boats filled with a hearty chickpea and tomato mixture. Protein-packed, vegetarian, and perfect for meal prep.
Sauces & Condiments Easy Datterini Tomato Sauce Recipe
Canned datterini tomatoes reduced in their own liquid, then finished with olive oil, garlic, onion, and basil.
Soups & Stews Easy Sardinian Barley and Vegetable Soup Recipe
Sardinian-style barley vegetable soup with olive oil, tomato, carrots, celery, zucchini, parsley, and a simple herb oil.
Sides Easy Homemade Hummus Recipe
Homemade hummus with hot chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic, cumin, and ice water for a smooth, practical pantry dip.
Main Dishes Easy Sardinian Beans and Greens
Quick-sautéed white beans and dark greens with garlic, chili, and olive oil. A 15-minute pantry staple from a Sardinian kitchen.
Main Dishes Easy Black-Eyed Peas with Tomatoes and Herbs
Black-eyed peas simmered with tomatoes, onion, olive oil, herbs, broth, and vinegar for a simple one-pan meal.
Sides Easy Braised Greens with Garlic and Olive Oil
Braised greens with garlic, olive oil, chili, lemon, and gentle heat for kale, chard, spinach, escarole, or collards.
Main Dishes Easy Chickpea and Eggplant Stew
Chickpea and eggplant stew with cumin, coriander, tomato, lemon, and cilantro for a simple plant-based dinner.
Main Dishes Medium Chickpea Fritters (Panelle-Style)
Panelle-style chickpea fritters made from chickpea flour, water, parsley, olive oil, and lemon, pan-fried until crisp.
Salads Easy Chickpea Salad with Lemon, Herbs, and Olive Oil
Chickpea salad with lemon, parsley, mint, garlic, red onion, and olive oil. A 10-minute pantry lunch or side.
Soups & Stews Easy Chickpea and Spinach Stew
Chickpea and spinach stew with garlic, cumin, paprika, lemon, and broth for a quick weeknight dinner.
Main Dishes Easy Chickpeas with Tomatoes and Spinach
Chickpeas with tomatoes and spinach in a garlicky skillet sauce with cumin, paprika, lemon, and olive oil.
Main Dishes Easy Everyday Lentils Recipe with Carrots and Parsley
Simple lentils with carrots, celery, parsley, olive oil, and vinegar for an everyday one-pot Mediterranean meal.
Salads Easy Sardinian Fennel Orange Salad
Sardinian fennel orange salad with olives, olive oil, and crisp shaved fennel for a bright winter side.
Main Dishes Easy Gigantes Plaki Recipe (Greek Baked Giant Beans)
Gigantes plaki recipe for Greek giant beans baked in tomato sauce with olive oil, onion, garlic, parsley, and oregano.
Soups & Stews Easy Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes)
Hearty Greek lentil soup finished with vinegar and olive oil. Simple, nourishing, and deeply satisfying comfort food.
Soups & Stews Easy Greens and Beans Soup
Italian-style soup with dark leafy greens and white beans, finished with olive oil and lemon. Simple, nutritious, endlessly satisfying.
Soups & Stews Easy Harira-Inspired Chickpea and Lentil Soup
Warmly spiced chickpea and lentil soup inspired by Moroccan harira. Aromatic, hearty, and perfect for cold evenings.
Drinks Easy Mediterranean Herbal Infusion
A calming, non-caffeinated drink made with Mediterranean herbs. The traditional after-dinner ritual that aids digestion and relaxation.
Appetizers Easy Hummus Three Ways
A classic lemon-tahini hummus base turned into three bowls: original, roasted red pepper, and herb. Good for snack plates, wraps, sandwiches, and lunch boxes.
Sides Easy Lemon Olive Oil Vinaigrette (The Essential Dressing)
The one dressing you need. Bright, versatile, and Mediterranean to the core. Use on salads, grains, vegetables, fish—everything.
Main Dishes Medium Lentil Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Tender lentil meatballs in a rich tomato sauce. All the comfort of classic meatballs, entirely plant-based.
Main Dishes Easy Lentil Ragù Over Whole Grains
Hearty lentil ragù with vegetables and herbs, served over farro or any whole grain. Comfort without heaviness—the vegetarian bolognese.
Salads Easy Lentil Salad with Roasted Peppers and Herbs
Earthy lentils meet sweet roasted peppers in this protein-packed salad with a bright lemony herb dressing. Perfect for meal prep.
Salads Easy Mediterranean Potato Salad (No Mayo)
Warm potatoes dressed with olive oil, lemon, and fresh parsley. The Mediterranean answer to potato salad—lighter and brighter.
Fermented Foods Easy Quick Fermented Vegetables (Beginner-Friendly)
Lacto-fermented vegetables in just a few days. Crunchy, tangy, probiotic-rich—and easier than you think.
Main Dishes Medium Ratatouille (Provençal Vegetable Stew)
Classic French-Mediterranean vegetable stew with eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and tomatoes. Make a big batch and eat it all week.
Salads Easy Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Salad
Silky roasted eggplant meets juicy tomatoes in this simple summer salad. Garlic, basil, and good olive oil make it sing.
Soups & Stews Easy Roasted Squash Soup with Rosemary Oil
Silky roasted butternut squash soup with rosemary-infused olive oil and toasted seeds. Autumn comfort at its best.
Sides Easy Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables with Herb Oil
Perfectly caramelized Mediterranean vegetables with herb-infused olive oil. The simple side that makes any meal better.
Main Dishes Easy Socca (Chickpea Flour Flatbread)
Crispy, golden chickpea flour flatbread from Nice. Naturally gluten-free and perfect with rosemary and olive oil.
Bread & Baking Medium Sourdough Starter (From Scratch)
Create your own wild yeast starter for naturally leavened bread. A 7-day process that rewards patience with a lifetime of baking.
Soups & Stews Easy Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Silky smooth soup with the sweetness of roasted peppers and the brightness of tomatoes. Garlic and basil round out this Mediterranean classic.
Soups & Stews Easy Tuscan Bean Soup with Bread (Ribollita-Style)
Hearty Tuscan bread soup with white beans and vegetables. Day-old bread makes it thick and satisfying—peasant food at its best.
Soups & Stews Easy Light Sardinian Vegetable Broth with Greens
A light vegetable broth loaded with seasonal greens, finished with olive oil and lemon. Brodo-style supper from a Sardinian kitchen.
Soups & Stews Easy White Bean and Kale Soup
Hearty Tuscan-style soup with creamy white beans, tender kale, and a rosemary olive oil finish. Comfort food that's genuinely good for you.
Soups & Stews Easy Sardinian-Style Lentil Soup with Aromatics
A warming lentil soup built on olive oil, garlic, and lemon from a Sardinian kitchen. High in protein and fiber, ready in 40 minutes.
Main Dishes Easy Tomato Braised White Beans
Creamy white beans slowly braised in tomato sauce with garlic and herbs. A simple, satisfying Mediterranean dinner.