When it’s soup season, I often turn to the cruciferous vegetables and this creamy broccoli soup with Greek yogurt, ouzo, ginger, and pumpkin seeds is easy, delicious and dazzling. There are dozens of Greek soup recipes beyond avgolemono, both classic and traditional as well as more contemporary like this one. Broccoli is one of the […]
NUT ALTERNATIVES TO PEANUT BUTTER: Almond, walnut, hazelnut, and cashew kinds of butter. ALTERNATIVE KINDS OF MILK: Oat, coconut, and rice milk are the best almond milk alternatives.
FALAFEL 101: The origin of falafel is highly debated. Most likely, it was born in Egypt and then spread throughout the region of the Middle East. It’s believed that the word falafel could come from the word fūl, which means fava beans, as this was its first main ingredient. In modern times, falafel has been […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF HERBS IN THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET: Herbs are widely used in the Mediterranean Diet. They are used not only as flavor enhancers but also because of their medicinal properties. The contribution of the traditional herbs of the region to good health is indeed incredible. Herbs such as parsley, oregano, rosemary and, thyme, marjoram […]
QUINOA NUTRITION AND HOW IT ADAPTS TO THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET: Even though quinoa is technically a seed, it is categorized as a whole grain and a good plant protein and fiber source. One cup of cooked quinoa offers about 8 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber. It’s a complete protein, including all nine […]
USING EVOO IN COOKING: Extra virgin olive oil is an excellent all-around cooking oil that can be used for baking, roasting, sautéing, pan-frying, or even incorporating into soups for a bit of extra smoothness. It has a high smoke point, it’s rich in heat-stable monounsaturated fats, and high levels of polyphenols and antioxidants.
BEST WAY TO SCOOP OUT BAKED SWEET POTATOES YOU’RE PLANNING TO STUFF: Remove sweet potatoes from oven; set aside to cool. Using two spoons, gently scoop out the flesh from the center first and then the rest of each sweet potato, leaving an ⅛-inch/½ cm shell of flesh and being careful not to tear the […]
Who is ready for some healthy eating? I know I am. The holiday season was full of divine indulgences and delicious dishes, not to mention plenty of time spent in the kitchen working on Christmas and New Year’s menus! And, of course, I love this, but there are times where I want something quick, healthy, and easy that will keep me going through the day.
Greek recipes for avocado toast take many forms these days, and this particularly light version, minus cheese or dairy but rich with blueberries or blackberries makes for a delicious and easy Mediterranean diet breakfast. There are many different varieties of avocado available in the market. The most common and one of the creamiest is the […]
STOCK FOR RISOTTO TIPS: A good stock is essential for a good risotto. Its temperature is very important – it should be hot and simmering and kept at this temperature throughout cooking the dish. Most of us will use store-bought stock for risotto, which is fine, but make sure to look for low-sodium stocks and/or […]