Greek cuisine is renowned for its use of fresh, high-quality ingredients like olive oil, herbs, and vegetables. Popular dishes include moussaka, a layered eggplant and meat casserole, and souvlaki, grilled skewers of meat, often served with pita and tzatziki. Greek salad, with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta cheese, is a refreshing side dish. Dolmades (stuffed grape leaves) and baklava, a sweet pastry, are also beloved. The food emphasizes simplicity, flavor, and healthy ingredients.