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Mediterranean, Western

7 recipes

Crispy marinated baby octopus

Baby octopus braised until tender, marinated overnight in olive oil, lemon and garlic, then seared on a hot plate until the legs crisp.

Mediterranean, WesternMains, Starter1 hr 25 minServes 6131 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: baby octopus

HB-6769 · Hand-built original

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Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad

Cooked brown rice tossed with tomato, cucumber, red onion, rocket, herbs and black olives in a lemon and Dijon dressing, crowned with pan-fried halloumi.

Mediterranean, WesternSide Dish, Side Salad55 minServes 8331 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: rice

HB-7592 · Hand-built original

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Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

Mediterranean Cucumber Salad is a Mediterranean, Western side salad built around note. Ready in 15 min.

Mediterranean, WesternSide Salad15 minServes 4113 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: ¾ oz lebanese

HB-1475 · Hand-built original

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Tabbouleh White Bean Salad

White beans with tomato, cucumber and plenty of parsley and mint in a lemon and olive oil dressing.

Mediterranean, WesternSide Dish, Side Salad55 minServes 8152 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: white beans

Pairs well with: pita bread, grilled chicken, falafel, hummus

HB-5257 · Hand-built original

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Whipped Feta Dip

Danish feta and cream cheese whipped smooth with garlic and lemon zest, spread in swirls and finished with honey, olive oil, pistachios and parsley. Served with bread, crackers and vegetable sticks for dipping.

Mediterranean, WesternAppetiser, Dip, Party Food10 minServes 893 kcalDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: danish feta

HB-8769 · Hand-built original

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