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Yummy loaded vegan everything bagel sandwich being cut by a knife for serving.

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Greek chicken souvlaki on skewers on a plate

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One of the many vegan comfort food recipes - creamy orzo - in a bowl.

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Sweet potato casserole in a casserole dish that is perfect for vegan easter dinner

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Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl

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Milk Soaked Chicken Thigh Marinade with a Creamy Sauce & Crispy Sesame Crackers

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A bowl with shredded meat, sliced avocado, pickled onions, cherry tomatoes, yellow rice, dollops of white sauce, fresh dill, and two halved soft-boiled eggs. Sides of olives, ricotta, and cherry tomatoes surround it.

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A roasted lamb shank with golden potato wedges, cherry tomato halves, and fresh herbs in a white baking dish.

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Greek Lamb Shanks & Lemon Potatoes

A platter topped with creamy hummus, sliced tomatoes, olives, red onions, ground meat, crumbled cheese, and fresh herbs, arranged artfully on a white plate with a black rim.

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7 Greek Layer Dip

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Spicy Greek Feta Dip (Tirokafteri)

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A baked dish featuring meatballs, sliced yellow potatoes, cherry tomato halves, and fresh herbs like dill and mint on a sheet pan. The ingredients are evenly spread, with golden-brown edges visible on the pan.

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Sheet Pan Baked Greek Meatballs & Lemon Potatoes

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Greek Roasted Leg of Lamb with Lemon Potatoes

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Simple Greek Rack of Lamb

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Spicy Greek Feta Dip (Tirokafteri)

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Lemon & Garlic Pasta with Easy Pesto

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😲 Dry chicken? Never heard of her at @foodbymaria.

I marinated these skewers in whole @gonnaneedmilk (yep—milk!) mixed with my family’s olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, and spices… and let’s just say: juicy doesn’t even begin to cover it. The lactic acid in milk tenderizes the meat, while the fat locks in all that rich, bold flavor. Science meets flavor bomb. 💥

Paired it with crispy sesame snaps and a cool yogurt zhug sauce for crunch + kick. This isn’t just dinner—it’s a full-on flavor experience. #gonnaneedmilkpartner

📌 Milk’s not just a drink—it’s the secret ingredient you didn’t know your chicken needed.

To access the full recipe, please click the link in my bio or Search ‘FoodByMaria Chicken Thigh Marinade’ online.

#GonnaNeedMilk #MilkMarinadeMagic #JuicySkewers #MilkDoesItBetter #MediterraneanTwist

Today’s a BIG one. THE INTERNETS VIRAL go-to Greek pita bread recipe! 🫓✨

Comment ‘recipe’ and I’ll DM you the full recipe!

Growing up, we’d huddle in Yiayia’s kitchen before beach days, waiting for her famous pitas—always served with feta, juicy salted tomatoes, maybe an egg or a slice of ham. After hours of seashell hunting (and definitely not looking at the nudist beach 👀), this was the treat we lived for.

Now, living oceans away, I find comfort in recreating those moments. This recipe isn’t exactly hers, but it feels like hers. Homemade, warm, a little messy, full of love. Can anyone else relate?

With just 7 pantry staples, 10 minutes of prep, and a little patience—you’ll never buy store-bought pita again. Pinky swear. 💅
Use it to dip, scoop, or wrap all your fav Greek dishes (you already know which ones 😉).

Let’s bake a little piece of Greece together. Full recipe in bio! 💙🇬🇷

Using: @bobsredmill @diamondcrystalsalt @fleischmannsyeast @gonnaneedmilk

#GreekRecipes #Greece #GreekFood #GreekPita

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Is your dirty water sneaking into your meals?

For the past 7 years, I’ve prioritized clean drinking water—but I realized I was overlooking the water I use to rinse my veggies, legumes, and the ingredients I cook with every day. 😬

That’s why I’ve teamed up with @waterdropfilter to share this delicious High Protein Chicken Salad—made with ingredients rinsed using purified water from my new reverse osmosis system. Goodbye forever chemicals, chlorine, and bad taste! 🙌 #waterdroppartner

✨ 🧿 Comment “recipe” below and I’ll DM it to you!

I’ve followed a Mediterranean diet since I was a little girl, inspired by the Blue Zones—where clean water, unprocessed foods, and daily wellness rituals that support longevity are a way of life. My family in Greece? They drink straight from the mountain stream. So why shouldn’t we hold our water to the same standard?

Boiling kills bacteria—but not micro-particles or contaminants. Waterdrop’s advanced system delivers truly pure water for everything from rinsing produce to cooking pasta. It’s more than a kitchen upgrade—it’s a daily step toward wellness, sustainability, and Blue Zone living.
My family in Greece? They drink straight from the mountain stream. So why shouldn’t we hold our water to the same standard?

Why I love Waterdrop:
✅ 11-stage deep filtration + alkaline remineralization
✅ Built-in UV light removes 99.99% of contaminants
✅ Fills a 6oz cup in just 2 seconds
✅ No refills needed & filters last 2 years = less waste & cost
And bonus? Clean water enhances the flavor of soups, sauces, and baked goods by eliminating hard minerals that interfere with taste and texture.
👀 Check out the link in my bio for Waterdrop’s limited Mother’s Day offer (now through May 11)! Use code FOODMARIA for an extra 5% off the already $500 off deal!

#waterdropfilter #bluezonerecipes #greekfood #cleanwatermatters #greeksalad #hydrationupgrade #cleaneating #reverseosmosis #mothersday

Have you ever tried a Greek Goddess Beef Breakfast Bowl? 😍✨

Bold, protein-packed, and ready in minutes thanks to my @instantpotofficial. #InstantPotPartner Whether you’re serving brunch guests or just fueling your day like a goddess, this bowl delivers flavor and keeps things healthy. 💪🇬🇷

🔗 Comment ‘recipe’ below and I’ll DM you the full details!
Or search ‘FoodByMaria Beef Bowls’ online and thank me later. 🙌

I’m all about recipes that are:

✅ Quick to prep
✅ Full of bold, Mediterranean flavor
✅ Made with better-for-you ingredients
✅ Done with minimal cleanup

My secret weapon? Instant Pot, who just so happens to be hosting their Instant Pot Chef of the Year competition with KingArthur, where YOU could win up to $2,500! Here’s how to enter.

1. Create an original Instant Pot brunch recipe
2. Take a photo or video of your dish with the Instant Pot
3. Post your recipe with the ingredients and steps on Instagram, TikTok, or in the Instant Pot Facebook community.
4. Tag @instantpotofficial and include #IPChefofTheYear in your caption
5. Follow @InstantPotOfficial and @Kingarthurbaking
What do you WIN? $250 cash prize, King Arthur products, new Instant Pot Pro Max, and cute kitchen essentials like cutting boards and aprons!!
All recipe posts are entries for our $2,500 grand prize winner announced in August!

Submissions CLOSE MAY 25TH.

#GreekFood #GreekRecipes #IPChefoftheYear #BeefBowls #OnePotMeal

Sheet Pan Chicken Kefta – No Skewers, No Fuss 🔥
 All the juicy, spiced flavor of traditional kefta—just without the mess. Baked on a sheet pan, this version is weeknight-easy but bold enough to feed a crowd at your next BBQ or gathering. Paired with a punchy Turkish market-inspired salad: tender beans, sharp onions, and tart sumac—a combo that never misses. Drizzle on a creamy, garlicky yogurt sauce, grill your pita (or even better, warm up some Markook Shrak with good olive oil), and you’ve got a spread worth repeating.
Less prep, big flavor, minimal cleanup.

Search ‘FoodByMaria Chicken Kofta Wrap’ online for the full recipe and get ready to wow your guests!

Using all my favs: @hexclad @diamondcrystalsalt @siggisdairy @athenosfeta
Wearing: @jennikayne @rauwjewelry

Inspired by the legend @cheffinwithzach

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