Cauliflower and Garlic Pasta Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic Spaghetti with Olive Oil and Herbs Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti or linguine 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and black pepper, to taste Zest and juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional) 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cauliflower florets with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. In a large skillet, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until garlic is golden, about 2 minutes (don’t let it burn). Add roasted cauliflower to the skillet and stir to coat in the garlic oil. Add cooked pasta to the skillet with a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss well to combine. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan (if using). Cook for 1–2 minutes to marry flavors. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #cauliflowerpasta #garlicpasta #roastedcauliflower #pastarecipes #vegetarianpasta #easyweeknightdinner #herbpasta #spaghettiideas #mediterraneanflavors #comfortfood #pastaandveggies #lemonpasta #simpleingredients #meatlessmeal #roastedveggies #homemadepasta #garliclover #cauliflowerrecipes #plantbaseddinner #pastaloversunite This Cauliflower and Garlic Pasta is golden, garlicky, and totally comforting. A simple, veggie-forward dinner you’ll crave weekly!

Halva Ice Cream Creamy Tahini Halva Ice Cream with Sesame Swirl Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup crumbled sesame halva 1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt Optional: chopped pistachios or extra halva for garnish Directions: In a medium saucepan, combine milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves. Do not boil. Stir in the halva and tahini, whisking until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Mix well. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer to a container, layering with extra crumbled halva or a tahini swirl if desired. Freeze for at least 4 hours before serving. Serve with a sprinkle of chopped pistachios or halva chunks for added texture. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Chilling Time: 4 hours | Churning + Freezing Time: 6 hours Total Time: 10 hours 15 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #halvaicecream #sesamedessert #middleeasternflavors #tahinitreats #icecreamrecipe #homemadeicecream #halvalove #frozendessert #sesameicecream #artisanalicecream #summerdessert #mediterraneanflavors #icecreamfromscratch #tahiniicecream #halvaobsession #sweettoothfix #creamytreat #frozenfusion #gourmetdessert #globalflavors Discover a new twist on tradition with this Halva Ice Cream – creamy, nutty, and absolutely irresistible!

Baklava Classic Honey-Walnut Baklava with Crisp Phyllo Layers Ingredients: For the baklava: 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed 2 cups walnuts, finely chopped 1 cup pistachios, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup unsalted butter, melted For the syrup: 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup water 1/2 cup honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 cinnamon stick 2 strips lemon peel Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix walnuts, pistachios, and cinnamon. Brush a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter. Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the pan, brush with butter, and repeat until 8 layers are stacked. Sprinkle a thin layer of the nut mixture over the phyllo. Add 4 more phyllo layers (buttering each), then another layer of nuts. Repeat until all nuts are used. Finish with 8 more phyllo sheets on top, buttering each. Cut the unbaked baklava into diamond or square shapes with a sharp knife. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until golden and crisp. While baklava bakes, make the syrup. Combine sugar, water, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Remove baklava from the oven and immediately pour the warm syrup evenly over the hot baklava. Let it cool completely and soak for several hours or overnight before serving. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 50 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes + soaking time Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 24 pieces #baklava #greekdessert #middleeasternsweets #phyllodessert #honeywalnutbaklava #homemadedesserts #traditionalbaking #sweettooth #dessertrecipe #holidaydessert #easybaklava #crispphyllo #nutsandhoney #authenticbaklava #bakedtreats #classicdesserts #mediterraneanflavors #makeaheaddessert #dessertlover #sweettreat This classic Baklava is flaky, buttery, and dripping with honeyed syrup. A crunchy, sweet delight perfect for any celebration!

Zucchini and Tomato Soup Garden-Fresh Zucchini & Tomato Soup with Basil and Garlic Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 medium zucchinis, sliced 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped (or one 14-oz can of diced tomatoes) 3 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for garnish Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute, stirring to avoid burning. Stir in the zucchini and cook for 5–6 minutes, until lightly softened. Add tomatoes, broth, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until zucchini is tender and flavors are blended. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup (optional) for a thicker texture. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in fresh basil just before serving. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan if desired, and a slice of crusty bread. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 150 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #zucchinisoup #tomatosoup #vegetariansoup #summerrecipes #easydinners #healthycomfortfood #gardenfresh #basilrecipes #souprecipes #zucchinirecipes #homemadesoup #onepotmeals #lightlunch #meatlessmeals #lowcalrecipes #mediterraneanflavors #veggiesoup #zucchiniandtomato #herbydelight #quickweeknightdinner Zucchini + tomato = the summer soup you didn’t know you needed! Light, fresh, and full of flavor—this bowl is comfort food with a healthy twist.

Pasta Salad Zesty Mediterranean-Inspired Pasta Salad with Fresh Veggies and Herbed Vinaigrette Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) rotini or penne pasta 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cucumber, diced 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Cook the pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until well coated. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #pastasalad #mediterraneanflavors #freshsalads #easymeals #fetaandveggies #quicklunch #makeaheadmeals #healthyrecipes #coldpasta #summerdishes #vegetarianfriendly #saladseason #mealprepideas #bbqside #partyfood #flavorfulsalads #pastaandveggies #lightlunch #refreshingsalad #easyentertaining This Zesty Mediterranean Pasta Salad is your new go-to side for summer BBQs and picnics! 🥒🍅🧅 So fresh, flavorful, and easy to make!