41 Greek Easter Recipes

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41 Greek Easter Recipes1/41 Rack of Lamb 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Perfect Rack of Lamb Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 40 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Rack of lamb is elegant. It’s special. And it will have your guests thinking you went all out. They don’t have to know how simple rack of lamb really is to prepare. —Susan Nilsson, Sterling, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1/2 rack: 307 calories, 19g fat (6g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 241mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 30g protein.

Baked ham is a well-known Easter dinner idea, but lamb is arguably fancier

Baked ham is a well-known Easter dinner idea, but lamb is arguably fancier. This one is seasoned with aromatic oregano, lemon and garlic. Roasting the rack of lamb at 375°F for 30 to 40 minutes is the key to keeping the meat tender and juicy. 2/41 Tsoureki (Greek Easter Bread) Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 2 loaves (12 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While this rich, sweet Greek Easter bread, also known as tsoureki, is traditionally served during the spring, it can be served any

time of year without the red eggs

time of year without the red eggs. Mahleb and mastic are customary, but they can be difficult to find and are often omitted. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 203 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 113mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Homemade Easter bread is one of the highlights of a Greek Easter feast. Pronounced “tsoo-REH-kee,” the braided bread is studded with bright red eggs and flavored with orange zest and traditional spices like mahleb and mastic. Don’t worry if you can’t find these seasonings; the bread will still taste

great without them

great without them. 3/41 Baklava 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Baklava is a traditional Middle Eastern pastry made with flaky phyllo dough, chopped nuts and sweet honey. This dessert is very rich, so one pan goes a long way. —Judy Losecco, Buffalo, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 baklava triangle: 271 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 162mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. What could be more festive than flaky, sticky, sweet baklava?

The recipe for this beloved treat is a bit more intricate than most easy dessert recipes, but the payoff is worth it. 4/41 Spanakopita Test Kitchen Approved ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This Mediterranean dish is always a crowd-pleaser! Phyllo dough can be tricky to work with, so I always make sure the dough is only briefly thawed before using it. Usually, I take it out of the freezer and let it sit on the counter while I prep the

spinach mixture

spinach mixture. —Lora Moncure, Portland, Maine Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 273 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 410mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. Flaky on the outside and soft on the inside, this iconic savory pie features layers of shatteringly crisp phyllo dough, spinach, feta and herbs. Of all the tried-and-true 13×9 recipes, spanakopita is one of the best. 5/41 Roast Lamb 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved California Roast Lamb Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 2 hours 45 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From

It goes well with any rice dish, and it’s perfect for just about any occasion

the Recipe Creator: This recipe is very easy to make and requires little attention. It goes well with any rice dish, and it’s perfect for just about any occasion. —Ann Eastman, Santa Monica, California Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces cooked lamb with 1 artichoke wedge: 152 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 365mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat. This roast leg of lamb has a lot going for it. It features Mediterranean flavors like oregano and zesty lemon, and it gains a crisp exterior from being roasted in a 400°

Serve the showstopping centerpiece with any rice or orzo side dish

oven. After 30 minutes, the oven temp is reduced to 350° to ensure the lamb stays tender and juicy. Serve the showstopping centerpiece with any rice or orzo side dish. 6/41 Chicken Tzatziki 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Easy Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to make classic chicken recipes for my family but the real fun is trying a fresh new twist. —Krisen Heigl, Staten Island, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half with 1/3 cup sauce: 482 calories, 27g

fat (7g saturated fat), 133mg cholesterol, 737mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 41g protein. This easy chicken dinner idea isn’t exactly traditional, but it’s packed with some of our favorite Greek flavors. Serve the pan-fried chicken breasts with creamy tzatziki sauce, tangy feta and a crunchy Greek salad on the side. 7/41 Loukoumades Test Kitchen Approved Loukoumades Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Medium Total Time 29 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These Greek doughnuts are easy enough to make at home but taste like they’re fresh from the bakery!

Consisting of fluffy, fried dough soaked in a sweet honey syrup, they’re the perfect bite-size to pop in your mouth one after the other. —Risa Lichtman, Portland, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 doughnut: 111 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. If you love making doughnut recipes, you’ll love these sweet, puffy homemade doughnuts. After they’re fried to perfection, these Greek doughnuts are drizzled with a rich lemon-honey syrup. 8/41 Spinach & Chicken Phyllo Pie 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Spinach & Chicken Phyllo Pie Recipe photo by

Our kids go for it, too, especially when we serve it with a minty fruit salad

Taste of Home Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a brunch showstopper, we make chicken pie with phyllo and spinach. Our kids go for it, too, especially when we serve it with a minty fruit salad. —Katie Ferrier Gage, Houston, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 442 calories, 23g fat (8g saturated fat), 191mg cholesterol, 921mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 35g protein. This twist on spanakopita adds chicken to the equation, turning the flaky spinach pie into main dish material. If you want to

They are fantastic for parties

make this a frozen spinach recipe, just make sure to squeeze out all the liquid after thawing the spinach. 9/41 Dolmades 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Nana’s Dolmades with Avgolemono Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Medium Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings about 6 dozen (2 cups sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is special to me because while I was growing up, our family always had dolmades for holidays and important events. They are fantastic for parties. You may also serve them as an entree. —Elizabeth Latsis, Tacoma, Washington Nutrition

Facts: 1 dolma with 1-1/2 teaspoons sauce: 35 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 237mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. These tender stuffed grape leaves are delicious (and beautiful) as an appetizer, side dish or mezze platter addition. Fillings for dolmades vary based on region, but this simple version is stuffed with ground beef and nutty brown rice. 10/41 Greek Orzo Chicken 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Skill Level Easy Total Time 5 hours 45 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Take your first bite and

set sail for a dinner-table tour of the sunny Greek isles

set sail for a dinner-table tour of the sunny Greek isles. Sprinkle lemon zest on top to give it a little extra flair. —Angela Buchanan, Longmont, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken thigh with 1/2 cup orzo mixture: 391 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 783mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein. This herby slow-cooker chicken recipe combines orzo pasta, plump raisins and bright lemon juice to create a one-pot dinner that’s perfect for a special occasion. The mini pasta absorbs all the robust flavor from the garlic and oregano-infused sauce. 11/41 Koulourakia (Greek Holiday Cookies)

Flavored with walnuts, Cognac and a bit of orange zest, these

4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Medium Total Time 40 min Servings 6-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Koulourakia are a traditional treat in Greece, where they are usually made for Easter and other celebrations. I enjoy making these buttery, golden cookies to keep me in touch with my heritage. —Nicole Moskou, New York, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 79 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 53mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Flavored with walnuts, Cognac and a bit of orange zest, these