PEACH ICED TEA WITH MINT
Author: Diane Kochilas
Vegan Spanakopita with Tofu
HOW’S TOFU MADE? The process is similar to cheese making; It is made of condensed soy milk that’s squeezed into firm white blocks.
Salmon Leek Skewers With Sesame Seeds Or Nigella
A FEW TIPS & TRICKS: -When using bamboo/ wooden skewers, it’s advised to soak them in water for about 30 minutes so they don’t burn when they come in contact with the super hot grill. -For a recipe like this one that includes short cooking time and the skewers don’t need to be turned many […]
QUINOA VEGETABLE SALAD WITH ONIONS, TOMATOES, CUCUMBER, KALAMATA OLIVES, MINT, AND COTTAGE CHEESE
HOW TO COOK QUINOA : First, you rinse the quinoa for at least 30 seconds, and you drain it well. Then add it to a pot with water over medium-high heat. When it reaches a boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes. Remove the pot from heat, cover, and let […]
Broad Bean Salad with Dill and Olive Oil
HOW TO PREP FRESH BROAD BEANS: The first step is opening the pods and taking out the beans. Then you need to remove the bean skins -as they tend to be tough. Since peeling them out can be challenging, blanching them first makes it much more manageable. You just need to blanch them for 3 […]
EGGPLANT RECIPES & THE GREEK DIET
Eggplants, an integral part of the Greek diet, when fresh out of the garden, can be the perfect blank canvas for all sorts of Mediterranean diet ingredients like onion, garlic, tomato, zucchini, and peppers. The eggplant is one of the most loved vegetables in Greek cuisine, and eggplant Greek recipes for eggplant feature prominently at […]
Spicy Feta Cheese Dip – Tyrokafteri – with Basil or Cilantro and Lemon
Greek dips are one of the most important aspects of the Greek diet and an important component of the whole Mediterranean diet as well because they represent both seasonal and regional flavors as well as the convivial aspects of the cuisine. A dip is meant to be shared. A Greek dip is by default also […]
APPLE PINEAPPLE CARROT SPICED SALAD WITH BOILED EGGS
HOW TO BOIL EGGS TO GET A SOFT, CREAMY YOLK: Bring the water up to a boil, then lower it to a rapid simmer. Add the eggs to the pot, and start your timer. If you’re just cooking a couple of eggs, five minutes is perfect for a runny yolk. Cool the eggs slightly by […]
SPIRULINA BLUEBERRY SPINACH SMOOTHIE
WHAT IS SPIRULINA? Spirulina, produced from a kind of algae, has been a superfood for centuries and was known to the Aztecs long before the Spaniards invaded Mexico. It boasts a surprisingly dense list of nutrients. It’s one of the best non-animal based sources of protein, making it a good nutritional boost for vegans and […]
DETOX WATER
DETOX WATER & THE IKARIA DIET: The whole notion of detox water fits in perfectly with a diet inspired by the Ikarian way of life. Detox water is simply water to which any number of fruits and vegetables may be added for both flavor, nutrition and easy hydration (it’s more flavorful so you’ll be inclined […]