Recipes for Lunch

A Mediterranean masterpiece on a slice of crusty bread! Preparation is deceptively simple given the depth of flavor it delivers. The salty, sweet, herbaceous, creamy, crunchy combination is utterly beguiling. This light but satisfying open-face sandwich will transport you to a seaside café where you can see the sunlight glinting on the water and ta...

Make this for 2 or make this for 20! Try our flavor-packed take on the 7-Layer Dip – done the Med Way. A little fresher, a little healthier, with a lot of deliciousness to discover and devour! This dish is great for game day, potlucks, and backyard cookouts. It checks all the flavor and texture boxes we know and love in a 7-layer dip – just with ma...

Is there a better smell than bread baking in the oven? It’s hard to beat. In all of its varied and glorious forms, bread remains an enduring testament to the ancient ingenuity of humankind to grow crops, transform ingredients, and feed each other. It’s been around for over 10,000 years. This recipe combines a beautiful focaccia dough with another f...

Do you ever wish it were possible to be whisked away to a charming little bistro for a beautiful little meal, where you could enjoy a memorable little break in a hectic day during which you could savor a sense of place and watch the world go by? Make a classic Salade Lyonnaise. Simple. Elegant. A perfect combination of slightly bitter endive, salty...

These hot wings are crispy, perfectly spicy, and super simple to make. No frying mess. No frying calories. No kidding! And what is the “hot” in this hot wings recipe? Wildfare’s Authentic Shatta Hot Sauce. If you’ve never heard of it, you are not alone. But for the hot-heads, heat-seekers, and pepperistas out there, it is the next indispensable pro...

Celebrate autumn, harvest, and gathering with an easy to prepare dish of earthy fall vegetables perfectly balanced with Wildfare’s zesty Sun Dried Tomato Strips! You’ll taste the warmth and comfort offered by the roasted butternut squash and Brussels sprouts, with an added kick of flavor from the toasted pignoli and salty, crumbly parmesan. The ent...

The guests have gone. The leftover turkey has been wrapped and refrigerated. The squash and sweet potatoes are in the chill chest too. Is there a small container of creamed spinach or sauteed kale needing a second act? Bring them to the after-party as well. It’s time to make a sandwich that pays homage to the original Thanksgiving feast. And the fl...

Thanksgiving is over, but the attitude of gratitude lingers. Maybe some of your guests are lingering too. This is a perfect time to use your Thanksgiving leftovers to make a simply delicious frittata. You can respect the essence of the big meal and easily use what remains of it to create a marvelous breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. Whatever you...

After the rich, bountiful food that defines the Thanksgiving meal tradition, a salad may be in order. But there are still leftovers – and they are tempting. Fear not, turkey and dressing can make their way into a delicious Caesar Salad that is still reminiscent of the feast, but a little lighter. You will be amazed at how flavorful croutons can be ...

You’ve had deviled eggs – but you really need to try Devilishly Good Eggs. The beautiful creamy filling is familiar, but the flavor is amped up. There is a heat to this filling that makes you take notice and keeps you coming back for more. And the creepy but fun presentation is perfect for Halloween, for Game Day, or for a gathering of appreciative...

This is a seasonal showstopper! Small pie pumpkins stuffed with flavorful Ajvar-sauced orzo and creamy, cheesy shrimp. The tastes, the textures, the aromas – everything you desire is packed into this one dish. And the dish itself is a roasted pumpkin! If you prefer a vegetarian version, use mushrooms instead of shrimp.

This is a quick and delicious way to amp up your favorite hummus. Fire-roasted red pepper Ajvar is a must-have Mediterranean pantry staple that most of us are just discovering in the U.S. It is a culinary multi-tasker – spread, sauce, dip – yes, all of the above! It also lends a beautiful depth of flavor. And it doesn’t get any simpler. We are gett...

If this sounds like an odd combination, please suspend your misgivings long enough to read this recipe. Seafood, citrus and olives love each other. This is a Mediterranean classic that might just be your next favorite dish that surprises and impresses. And if cooking a raw octopus seems a bit daunting, don’t worry, you can buy quality cooked octopu...

Fruit salads are a celebration of the season. What is ripe and fresh and at the peak of flavor and nutrition deserves to be enjoyed with abandon. This is a no rules recipe for selecting the fruits you love in any combination you wish. The seasons will inform your selections, so this salad can and should evolve throughout the year. The simple, elega...

Minimal ingredients. Maximum taste! Shrimp cocktail is always a favorite. Plump, snappy shrimp smelling and tasting of the sea dipped into a sumptuous sauce with a bit of a kick! The Ajvar is a fire roasted red pepper sauce with serious depth of flavor – a wonderful base to this Mediterranean twist on a classic shrimp cocktail sauce. This dish is a...

Chicken on the grill! It’s a sure sign of summer, but there is nothing wrong with starting early and going well into autumn. And when it’s just too cold to grill outside, a stove-top grill pan will help assuage those impossible to ignore cravings for BBQ chicken. Great for backyard gatherings, easy to take on picnics. It’s a soul satisfying classic...

Vegetables deliver the bounty of the season! This preparation brings a fresh, colorful, but still grilled, counterpoint to all the protein typically prepared during a backyard barbeque. It’s a tasty way to get your veg in. Beautiful as a main or side.

Tempeh is so versatile! If you’ve never grilled it, give it a try. It’s wonderful! The preparation is as simple as it gets and the grilling time is quick. This grilled and saucy tempeh can be placed on rolls and served as a sandwich or served with grilled veggie skewers or grilled hearts of romaine drizzled with Wildfare EVOO and Balsamic Vinegar.

Shrimp – a perfect package of seafood splendor! These grilled shrimp barbeque skewers are the answer the call for a quick weeknight meal, or a weekend gathering, or a simple but delicious appetizer. Shrimp are the stars at parties of all sizes. Try this variation. Very quick! Very tasty!

Barbequed ribs are great any time but are particular favorites during grilling season. They take a while if you are a fan of the “low and slow” cooking method, but once you bite into that first rib, hot off the grill, slathered in BBQ sauce, the time spent melts away with the recognition it was all worth it.

1 rack of baby back or spareribs can ...

You can buy any number of prepared sauces, but why not try making your own? Here’s a recipe that is unfussy, uncomplicated, and unbelievable! Made with pantry pull ingredients, it couldn’t be easier – and you are in control. No artificial flavors or colors and no preservatives. BBQ sauce is a finessed balance of heat, sweet, and tang. It’s also per...

This is a warm, cozy one pot wonder made so easy by the delicious culinary multi-tasker that is Ajvar. The beautiful fire-roasted red peppers are the star ingredient in the sauce and they impart immediate depth to the entire dish. Days long flavor developed in about an hour.

When the time of year for bountiful, fresh tomatoes has passed there is still an opportunity to capture that sweet, bright, perfectly acidic essence. Tomato soup! So comforting and so easy. Enjoy a steaming hot bowl of nourishing soup in half an hour. Make large batches and freeze some for even quicker future go-to meals.

Charcuterie Boards are more popular than ever. They are an easy way to wow guests and feed a crowd with minimal effort. Family gatherings, parties, and impromptu get-togethers will all benefit from a thoughtfully curated board of bounty. The choices are plentiful – and they are all up to you. Have fun with the selections.

Latkes are delicious all on their own. They are also amazing delivery vehicles for toppings of all kinds. A marvelously luxe, but easy, option is to top those beautifully crunchy potato pancakes with crème fraiche, cured salmon, and a little dollop of caviar. Fabulous as passed appetizers or festive buffet item. Beautiful, delicious, and party-read...

A frittata can be served any time of day. It can be served warm or at room temperature. And when cut into bite sized servings, perfect little appetizers are born. Better still, you can add whatever you desire to the frittata base: spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, potatoes, sausage – you name it, a frittata can handle it. And Wildfare Fire R...

Meatballs are hard to resist, especially this very Mediterranean version. Rich in flavor and loaded with herbs and spices. The lemony sumac in the meatballs complements the lemon stuffed olives perfectly – these two bite-sized beauties were meant to be together. Pop a meatball in your mouth, then pop an olive in your mouth. Let the marriage of tast...

Feeling the need for a flavorful, robust, but veggie-forward dish that can hold up to all the protein and carbs that come with seasonal feasts? This dish rounds out the menu beautifully - and can also take on the role of a main all by itself. It’s luxurious. It’s colorful. It’s abundance on a plate!

Do you think it’s a lost cause getting your kiddo to try seafood – much less, clams? Let’s try something. Here is a clever and cute incentive for the young ones to at least try something perhaps they normally would not. And if it doesn’t work, that means more pasta in clam sauce for you, and a fun family craft for everyone. No one loses!

All four seasons in one pizza! This pizza is a celebration of the seasons. It is a diverse flavor powerhouse all within the space of one humble disc of dough. A quadrant is dedicated to each season. Spring celebrates the artichoke. Summer delivers the essence of tomato. Autumn wraps us in a cozy combination of mushrooms and garlic. And winter entre...

Autumn issues in the season for cozy comfort food. Enter Chicken Pot Pie. The origins go back to ancient times. There is great wisdom in using what is in season and what is available – using scraps and bits to create an economical, delicious, crave-worthy dish. Nothing wasted. Nothing wanted. It’s a good philosophy for cooking. And for living.

Crispy, creamy, cheesy – who doesn’t love a grilled cheese? In this recipe, the artichokes lend a complexity that is not complicated. Comfort food with an elevated flavor profile. And don’t forget the Ajvar dipping sauce!

A perfect brunch, lunch, or dinner. Serve with a green salad. You’ve got a bistro classic with a very distinctive Mediterranean flair!

Colorful, nutritious, and soul satisfying! This is an “eat the rainbow” soup. It may also be a “clean the produce drawer” soup – a wonderful dish to use up what you have in the fridge without waste or worry. When all the vegetables are diced to the same size, they look like confetti – beautiful, healthy, edible confetti! Make this recipe your own!

This is a wonderfully flavorful and colorful salad, perfect for picnics or backyard barbeques. Serve it chilled or at room temperature. It’s a little spicy, so have a cold beverage at the ready to help with the pleasant heat of this salad and the summer weather.

This sandwich is not only great for meatless Mondays – it’s great any time! Quick, easy, and delicious. Hearty and satisfying, too!

So easy. So healthy! This salad is a trifecta of antioxidants! The combination of artfully brined olives, grassy artichokes, and earthy marinated mushrooms is as complex and satisfying as it is deceptively simple.

Simple, herbaceous, wildly irresistible! Dresses a large family style salad or 6 individual salads.

This simple but delicious dish will transport you to a perfectly gorgeous Mediterranean summer day. It is a beloved and ubiquitous tapas dish, great on its own, paired with other tapas, or served as a side.

This is a wonderful “build a bite” salad! Fresh spinach, smoky salmon, warm potatoes – all bathed in a creamy, flavorful dressing. It is an incredibly satisfying mixture of fine tastes and textures!

An easy entrée or side dish! Grilled polenta is nestled in a bed of fire roasted red pepper and eggplant sauce and olives. Delizioso!

Simple, Satisfying, Shatta-riffic!

A wonderful dish for your Meatless Mondays!

A Mediterranean twist on an American classic! Sometimes you just need a good cheeseburger, and what better way to add delicious flavor than with our Fire-Roasted Red Pepper Ajvar? We love the taste, texture, and how it elevates an everyday burger to new heights.

Up your sandwich game by adding a hefty amount of our authentic Roasted Red Pepper Ajvar to your favorite sandwich! We love it with a nice, plump steak and spicy arugula. A little bit upscale, and a snap to prepare!

Cevapcici is a traditional meatball, like kofta or köfte, made with a mix of several meats. We use an authentic Croatian recipe of ground lamb, pork, and beef, and pair it with our wildly irresistible Wildfare Fire Roasted Red Pepper Ajvar (mild or spicy!). Serve it with flatbread, sliced tomato, and onion for a delicious dinner. Pro tip: make a bu...

When you’re craving comfort food, we’ve got you covered with this easy Eggplant Parmesan recipe! We’ve paired it with our Fire Roasted Red Pepper Ajvar (we prefer the hot variety, but mild works too). Before preparing eggplant parm, one must first ask oneself ‘to FEB, or not to FEB?’, a very profound question indeed. Coating in flour, egg, and brea...

Brighten up your lunch mix with this easy and delightful Mediterranean tabbouleh salad! Featuring a light dressing made of our Early Harvest Olive Oil and Pomegranate Dressing, protein packed bulgur wheat, and flavorful herbs, and fresh tomatoes and cucumber, this salad will be one of your go-tos! We love it served on a bed of romaine lettuce.

Halloumi cheese is a traditional Mediterranean cheese bursting with salty flavor and with a perfect crunchy exterior when grilled! We’ve concocted this simple and delicious small plate by adding cherry tomatoes, our robust Early Harvest EVOO, our sweet and sour Pomegranate Dressing, and a hint of za’atar and fresh mint. Perfect as a refreshing lunc...

This satisfying, easy to prepare dish is bursting with flavor! Wholesome bulgur wheat gently kissed by olive oil is enhanced by the sweetness of the dried figs, apricots, and dates, and the nutty crunch of the pistachios, pine nuts, and almonds. Perfect as a simple dinner accompanied by creamy Greek yogurt or as a weekday lunch on the go!

This flavorful twist on a classic dish, shrimp scampi, is sure to please your palate! Our delicious Fire Roasted Eggplant Bruschetta’s subtle smokiness pairs harmoniously with the scampi in this simple to prepare yet impressively elegant starter! Bursts of flavor from our Pomegranate Dressing and Pistachio Pesto Finishing Sauce take the shrimp to t...

If you had to choose just one word to describe this salad, it would be: Fresh! The sweet tang of the tomatoes. The burrata, whose outer casing of mozzarella contains a magical soft center of Stracciatella and cream. Verdant, fragrant basil. All dressed simply with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. A perfect example of how a few ingredients of the hig...

When you want a quick and tasty seafood dish, our Shrimp Puttanesca hits the target! Our rich and robust puttanesca-style sauce is made with flavorful Semi Sun Dried Cherry Tomatoes, a tablespoon or two of Shatta Hot Sauce, and our Wood-Fired Green Olive Salad and pairs perfectly with the shrimp. We enjoy it with orecchiete, which fills with the sa...

What is the weather like? How is your appetite? Don’t have a lot of time for meal prep? Take a beautifully prepared base ingredient (like Wildfare's Aegean Olive Salad), combine it with other great ingredients to make it your own, and you have a fabulous dish! Main or side! Hot or cold! Whatever makes you happy!

You simply will not believe how easy and delicious this salad is. Three outstandingly flavorful ingredients and a little salt and pepper! Great for a weeknight first course or side. Equally impressive at a dinner party and completely at home at a backyard barbeque.

Even people who say they don’t like brussels sprouts will have a tough time turning away from this version. Perfectly roasted and finished with dried figs, crispy pancetta, walnuts, fresh thyme, and blue cheese, this dish is an elegant side, or simply a meal unto itself.