10 Delicious and Authentic Greek Recipes!

Moussaka

Layers of eggplant, ground meat, and béchamel sauce make this a comforting, hearty Greek classic.

Spanakopita

A savory pie filled with spinach, feta cheese, and herbs, all wrapped in flaky phyllo dough.

Souvlaki

Skewers of marinated meat, usually pork or chicken, grilled to perfection and often served with pita bread.

Greek Salad

A refreshing mix of tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta cheese, dressed with olive oil and oregano.

Dolmades

Grape leaves stuffed with a flavorful mixture of rice, herbs, and sometimes meat, often served as an appetizer.

Tzatziki

A creamy yogurt and cucumber dip, seasoned with garlic and dill, perfect as a sauce.

Baklava

A sweet dessert made of layers of phyllo dough, filled with chopped nuts, and sweetened with honey.

Pastitsio

A Greek lasagna with layers of pasta, ground meat, and béchamel sauce, baked until golden and bubbly.

Gemista

Bell peppers and tomatoes stuffed with a rice and herb mixture, then baked until tender.

Kleftiko

Slow-cooked lamb marinated in lemon, garlic, and herbs, wrapped in parchment paper, resulting in tender.

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