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Opa! Indulge in These Delicious Greek Dinner Delights
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Get ready to savor the Mediterranean flavors of Greece with these scrumptious dinner delights. From slow-cooked lamb to crispy spanakopita, these recipes are guaranteed to transport you to the land of the gods and make your taste buds happy.
Slow-cooked Lamb with Lemon and Oregano
If you’re looking for a juicy and flavorful dish that will impress your guests, this slow-cooked lamb with lemon and oregano is the way to go. The lamb is marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano for an hour before being slow-cooked in the oven for three hours until tender and succulent. Serve it with a side of roasted potatoes or a Greek salad for a complete meal.
- 2 lb boneless lamb shoulder
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper
- 1 lemon, sliced
Spanakopita (Spinach and Feta Pie)
If you’re looking for a vegetarian option that’s both healthy and tasty, look no further than spanakopita. This spinach and feta pie is made with layers of phyllo dough filled with a mixture of spinach, feta cheese, onions, and herbs. It’s a perfect dish for a light dinner or a brunch and can be served hot or cold.
- 1 lb spinach, washed and chopped
- 1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper
- 8-10 phyllo dough sheets
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Greek Salad
No Greek meal is complete without a traditional Greek salad. This salad is a perfect balance of sweet and savory with ripe tomatoes, chopped cucumbers, red onions, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. It’s dressed with a simple vinaigrette of olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano that brings out the flavors of the vegetables.
- 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper
Baklava
To end your Greek dinner on a sweet note, try baklava. This flaky pastry is made with layers of phyllo dough filled with chopped walnuts, cinnamon, and sugar, and drizzled with a spiced honey syrup. It’s a crowd-pleaser and perfect for special occasions.
- 1 lb phyllo dough sheets
- 2 cups chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
We hope you enjoy these delicious Greek dinner delights. Don’t forget to serve them with a glass of ouzo, the traditional Greek liquor, for an authentic experience. Opa!