Spiced Beetroot Spaghetti with Cumin, Cloves & Greek Yogurt
A LITTLE CARDAMOM LORE Cardamom, native to India, was known to the ancient Greeks and used in making perfume, so highly esteemed was its aroma. That very same aroma informs so much cooking all over the world today – cardamom truly is one of the greatest spices on earth. In many parts of the world […]
Creamy Broccoli Soup with Greek Yogurt, Ouzo, Ginger and Pumpkin Seeds
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 […]
Quinoa With Corn Salad And Pistachios
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 […]
Puff Pastry Stuffed With Spinach And Gorgonzola Cheese
EGG WASH TYPES & THEIR USE: Egg wash is the mix of eggs beaten with water, milk, or cream. It’s the finishing touch applied to baked goods before baking. It creates a golden-brown gloss that makes them irresistible. When it comes to egg washes with water, the main difference is the following: Egg white + […]
Avocado Toast With Basil, Berries and Olive Oil
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 […]
Vegan Risotto With Red Bell Pepper And Sweet Corn
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 […]
Cauliflower Salad With Cabbage, Kiwi, Tomatoes, And Sprouts
KIWI NUTRITION FACTS: Kiwis are a great source of vitamin C, an effective antioxidant in the body, protecting cells against oxidative destruction. It’s also involved in immune function. Kiwis also contain a host of other nutrients and vitamins, including potassium, copper, vitamin K, folate, and vitamin E. Kiwis are low in calories, protein, and fat […]
Mushroom Wild Rice Soup With Scallion Greens
ABOUT WILD RICE – NUTRITION: Wild rice is a nutrient-rich food and contains manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc. It’s also gluten-free and has more protein than regular rice. SOAKING VS NOT SOAKING: Soaking wild rice is beneficial but unnecessary. It’s usually done to reduce the cooking time; however, it doesn’t affect the texture of the […]
Garlicky Broccoli Spaghetti
BROCCOLI NUTRITION: Broccoli is rich in many nutrients, including fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, iron, and potassium. It also has more protein than many other vegetables. RED PEPPER FLAKES VS CHILE PEPPER FLAKES: Whereas most red pepper flakes are a mix of peppers, mostly cayenne, chile flakes are generally made from a single type of […]
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 […]
Arugula Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash, Beets, Feta & Walnuts
A Greek salad can be many things, and this arugula salad is a delicious cool weather treat, especially when winter squashes are in season. You can swap out the butternut for calabasa or delicata, or any other yellow squash of your liking. Experiment! You can also swap out the greens. This would be equally delicious […]
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 […]