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FAST 5: Easy Greek Recipes You Can Master Now

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You don't need to go out to enjoy delicious, authentic-style Greek food. Here are 5 recipes to get you started at home!

SOUVLAKI (Greek-Style Beef Kabobs) - © Cupcakes & Kale Chips

SOUVLAKI (Greek-Style Beef Kabobs) - © Cupcakes & Kale Chips

Greece is well-known for their tradition of skewers, so if you're new to the world of Greek cuisine, souvlaki is a great dish to start with! We recommend this recipe.

Fava - © The Wanderlust Kitchen

Fava - © The Wanderlust Kitchen

How about starting off your meal the way the Greeks do? Fava, made from yellow split peas, is a staple spread that is typically served with bread as a starter. Pro tip: it also goes great with wine! Here's the recipe.

Keftedes (Greek Meatballs) with Tzatziki Sauce - © Recipe Runner

Keftedes (Greek Meatballs) with Tzatziki Sauce - © Recipe Runner

Another flavor-packed starter or main, these meatballs, best accompanied by the famous tzatzaki sauce, are just the right kind of spicy to make them unforgettable. Try the recipe!

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie) - © The Mediterranean Dish

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie) - © The Mediterranean Dish

Despite what some people tend to believe about Greek food, you can actually find a number of vegetarian options among their traditional and popular dishes. This spinach- and cheese-stuffed phyllo pie is a great example of just how much variety this cuisine has to offer!

Galaktoboureko (Greek Custard Dessert) - © Lemon & Olives

Galaktoboureko (Greek Custard Dessert) - © Lemon & Olives

Similar to baklava, galaktoboureko is a sweet phyllo and custard pie that really deserves a lot more attention in the dessert world than it normally gets. Taste it for yourself and see why!

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