What are the must-try dishes in Greek cuisine?

Greek cuisine is famous globally, thanks to its fresh and flavourful approach. Perhaps the best-known dishes are gyros (grilled meat usually served with pita bread and French fries) and moussaka (ground meat with layers of eggplant or potatoes), while common ingredients include feta cheese and dips such as taramasalata (a pink mezze made from fish roe) and tzatziki (Greek yoghurt with shredded cucumber).

Is Greek food healthy?

As with any cuisine, Greek food can be as healthy or indulgent as you want it to be. However, the nation's sunny climate and Mediterranean location have helped create an abundance of fresh and light dishes to try. Salads, seafood and ingredients like olive oil, lemon and tomatoes are common in Greek cuisine, so there will almost always be an array of healthy options on the menu.

What's the difference between gyros and souvlaki?

While both gyros and souvlaki are both grilled meat dishes, the main difference between the two is the style of cooking. Gyros are cooked vertically, while souvlaki are cooked horizontally on a skewer. Both can be served with accompaniments like pita bread, French fries, tzatziki and lemon.

Are there vegetarian or vegan options in Greek cuisine?

Vegetarians and vegans can find a selection of suitable and delicious options in most Greek restaurants. These may include spinach pie, taramasalata , cheese saganaki and tzatziki for vegetarians, and stuffed peppers, fava beans with lemon juice and Santorini salads for vegans.

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Discover the best Greek restaurants in Dubai

Thu, 3 April 2025

From gyros and tzatziki to moussaka and saganaki, here's where to find the best Greek food in the city.

From gyros and tzatziki to moussaka and saganaki, here's where to find the best Greek food in the city.