This yummy Greek recipe for lemony mussels in tomato sauce is not only delish, it's nutritious, too. Mussels are a great source of low-fat protein, vitamin B12 and various other B vitamins, all of which play a role in energy production, forming red blood cells, and supporting immune and cognitive health. They’re also a rare […]
This Greek recipe for lentil salad with herbs and grated eggs takes the humble lentil to new heights of flavor. Lentils are a nutritional powerhouse and it's been part of the Greek diet forever. Indeed, it's one of the legumes that are indigenous to the Eastern Mediterranean. While lentil soup is the most traditional way […]
Squid is a beloved seafood in the Greek diet and this yummy Calamari Salad with sweet and sour dressing is perfect as a main course or side dish. Greeks love seafood and there are countless delicious Greek seafood recipes, both for salads and as main courses. Squid is particularly beloved. Squid is rich in protein, […]
This Ikaria style grilled zucchini salad with lots of garlic and oregano is a Greek recipe adapted from my first Ikaria book: Ikaria: Lessons on Food, Life and Longevity from the Greek Island Where People Forget to Die. My next Ikaria-inspired book, The Ikaria Way, will be out in March 2024, and you can pre-order […]
One of the greatest parts of dining in Greece is the tradition of meze, also known as tapas, antipasto, merende, and even hors d’oeuvres. They’re small, savory plates of food enjoyed in a convivial atmosphere, and they make up a whole pan-Mediterranean culture: that of sharing food and drink with friends in an unrushed, unharried […]
This Greek salad with quinoa, chickpeas, olives and feta combines the classic flavors of a Greek village salad with filling, healthy ingredients like quinia and chickpeas to make the dish even more satisfying. The range of Mediterranean diet and Greek diet recipes for salads is truly endless and when adding hearty Mediterranean diet ingredients like […]
Hummus is one of the world's most beloved foods, and this two-bean hummus with Mastiha and Caramelized onions is a great example of how delicious, nutritious and versatile the traditional dishes of the Mediterranean diet can be. While hummus is mostly a Middle Eastern specialty, it has also been adapted to the Greek kitchen, and […]
BULGUR 101: A lot of people confuse bulgur with cracked wheat. It is cracked wheat, usually Durum, but with a difference. Bulgur is parboiled. That makes it so easy to use; it needs much less cooking time. In fact, it doesn’t have to be cooked; you can just soak it in water or broth to […]
These sweet and sour baked lentils with honey, vinegar, and leeks is a Greek recipe that I adapted from a dish called Minoan Lentils, which was originally published in the My Greek Table book. It’s so nutritious, easy and delicious, that it stands as a kind of poster child for great Mediterranean diet bean recipes. […]
Lots of people ask me if I can suggest a weekly Mediterranean diet or Ikarian diet meal plan, and while I don’t have something per se, mostly because I am not a dietician (and therefore think more like a cook), I can certainly offer up a few tips and ideas for adding variety to your […]