Top 5 Favorite Greek Foods to Grill?

[mastichas09]

I absolutely love hosting summer dinner parties outside, there’s nothing better than good food, good company, and a warm evening breeze. I tend to stick with Greek food (with a few fun twists), and grilling has become my favorite way to cook when entertaining.

Here’s my current top 5 for the grill:

1. Leg of lamb (slow and juicy!)
2. Souvlaki (can’t go wrong)
3. Grilled whole fish, Greek style with lemon and herbs
4. Greek veggies in a grill pan—zucchini, peppers, onions, the works
5. Pizza! Not traditional Greek, but it’s always a crowd pleaser

I’m always looking for new ideas to add to the lineup. What are your favorite Greek (or Greek-inspired) dishes to grill? I’d love to hear what others are making—especially things that feel festive, flavorful, and easy to serve outdoors. Open to everything from meats to cheeses to sides...

 

[k_tsoukalas]

Your choices are great! I also love hosting Greek-style summer dinners outdoors, and the grill really brings everything to life. One of my favorite additions is halloumi—it holds up beautifully on the grill and pairs well with watermelon or figs for a sweet-savory starter. I also recommend grilled shrimp or octopus, marinated in olive oil, garlic, and lemon—super festive and easy to serve as meze. For something unexpected, try grilled feta wrapped in foil with honey, chili flakes, and thyme.

As a side, I sometimes do grilled bread brushed with olive oil and rubbed with garlic, served with dips like melitzanosalata or tirokafteri.

You’ve already got a strong foundation, but a few of these extras might add some fun variety to your table. Would love to hear more from others too—Greek food was made for summer entertaining!