ElenaKyriakou, Author at Copper Olive Kitchen

Bake an orange olive oil cake studded with toasted pistachios. Moist crumb, fresh citrus flavor, ready in about 80 minutes.

Mediterranean Seared Feta and Herb Stuffed Chicken

Sear feta and herb stuffed chicken breasts, then bake until juicy at 165 F / 74 C for a quick Mediterranean dinner ready in 45 minutes.

Pan-fry Greek keftedes with grated tomato and fresh mint mixed right in, ready in about an hour with a golden crust and soft center.

Fry Cypriot katimeria batter in olive oil until crisp, then dust with cinnamon sugar for a simple egg-free pancake ready in under 90 minutes.

Bake halloumi-stuffed Mediterranean peppers with cherry tomatoes and olives until the cheese turns soft and golden, ready in 45 minutes.

Roast bone-in chicken thighs with lemon slices, garlic, and kalamata olives in one skillet for a Mediterranean weeknight dinner.

Boil potatoes, mash with garlic and olive oil, and finish with lemon juice for a smooth Greek skordalia dip in about 45 minutes.

Simmer watermelon rind in a cinnamon sugar syrup for this Cypriot spoon sweet, ready in under 2 hours and served with strong coffee.

Roast red peppers until blistered, blend into a sauce, then toss with chickpeas, pasta, and feta for a Mediterranean dinner in 50 minutes.

Sear halloumi in a skillet, toss with ripe peaches, mint, and a lemon-honey dressing for a fast salad ready in 18 minutes.