Eggplant Stuffed With Bulgur, Onions, Garlic, Tomatoes, Basil
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 […]
Couscous With Chickpeas, Swiss Chard, And Ginger
COUSCOUS 101 Couscous is a type of pasta originating from North Africa. It’s made from crushed durum wheat semolina flour and water shaped into tiny granular pieces. There are two different types of couscous: fresh and instant. Fresh, handmade couscous is steamed for about an hour, whereas instant – the one found at grocery stores […]
Caramelized Onion Halves
WAYS TO USE THESE CARAMELISED ONIONS I love to enjoy these as a side dish with most dishes -especially when I’m having a bean or a vegetable stew. Next time you have giant beans in tomato sauce or any Greek ladero, these onions are a wonderful pair.
Warm Green Bean Salad With Chopped Onion And Hazelnuts
My almost daily forays to the farmers’ markets of Athens was the inspiration for this easy Greek salad with green beans, onions and hazelnuts. During the planning for the 4th season of My Greek Table recipes, I aimed to showcase as many delicious plant-based recipes as possible. Plant-based recipes that use Mediterranean diet ingredients like […]
Mushroom Giouvarlakia
Giouvarlakia (sometimes spelled Yiouvarlakia) is a classic Greek comfort food traditionally prepared with ground meat and rice shaped into little balls, cooked in broth, and mixed with avgolemono, the Greek egg-lemon sauce. It’s both a Greek soup and a Greek meatball recipe in one! But in this version, mushrooms and avocado replace the meat and […]
Brussel Sprouts With Mushrooms & Light Feta Cream Sauce
If you're looking for a cheap, easy Mediterranean diet recipe for Brussel sprouts, you just found it! Greek recipes for Brussel sprouts and mushrooms are more common than one would think! Indeed, mushrooms are an important Mediterranean diet ingredient and insinuate themselves into all sorts of Greek recipes, from meze to main courses, salads, stir […]
COLORFUL VEGETARIAN RAINBOW CARROT PIE WITH RICOTTA AND BASIL
3 TIPS WHEN WORKING WITH PUFF PASTRY 101 1. To avoid cracks or breaks in your pastry, ensure your pastry is fully thawed when unfolding it. 2. To avoid your dough sticking to your work surface or rolling pin, it’s essential to lightly flour both before starting to work with it. 3. Use a pairing […]
CAULIFLOWER COUSCOUS WITH POMEGRANATE SEEDS
CAULIFLOWER RICE 101 Cauliflower rice is a nourishing alternative to rice that’s low in calories and carbs. It’s easy to prepare and can be eaten raw or cooked. It’s full of antioxidants like vitamin A and vitamin C. These antioxidants remove free radical particles from your body that can damage your cells and lead to […]
Salad With Squid And Vegetables
NUTRITIONAL INFO: Squid is rich in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, iron, and calcium. Most of the health benefits of squid result from omega-3 fatty acids that promote good heart health, pregnancy health, healthy skin, hair, and nails, and reduce the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. SUITABLE SUBSITUTE: Shrimp, crab, canned clams, sea scallops.
BAKED EGGPLANT ROLLS WITH A WALNUT AND HERBS FILLING (VEGAN)
TIPS GRILLING EGGPLANT SLICES One of the best varieties for recipes like the above is globe/ American eggplant although you can find that it works in all varieties of eggplants available. Choose small or medium eggplants as the larger ones tend to contain more seeds. Brushing each slice generously with extra virgin olive oil is […]
WHOLE GRAIN SANDWICH WITH BEET HUMMUS (VEGAN)
UNHULLED & HULLED TAHINI Unhulled tahini is more nutritious than hulled as most of the protein and fiber are on the sesame shell. This type of tahini has a nuttier and more bitter flavor than hulled tahini. On the other hand, hulled tahini is lighter in color and creamier than unhulled.
JACKFRUIT PULLED PORK WITH GREEK YOGURT CABBAGE SLAW
ABOUT JACKFRUIT Jackfruit is a fruit that’s rich in nutrients and fiber, widely grown in places like southeast Asia, South America, and the Caribbean. You can buy jackfruit as a whole fruit, sliced into sections, or packaged—often in cans. Check your local specialty supermarkets or Asian food stores first, as these are the most likely […]