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. […]
Artichokes are one of the great gifts of a Greek spring, but this Artichoke Feta Risotto, a perfect and delicious example of healthy Greek vegetarian cooking, can be made any time of the year by using good quality frozen artichoke hearts.
This Greek salad has been voted the world’s best salad and it went a little viral online. It is basically a classic Greek salad, or Horiatiki (Village Salad), as prepared on the island of Crete, with a local barley rusk called Dako. That’s a round rusk that comes split across the middle. You can make […]
Salmon and mangoes might seem like an odd combo, but this Grec-Mex inspired recipe is a star! The salsa that accompanies the salmon is both beautiful and nutritious. And, remember, salmon — always try to look for wild salmon — is one of the best sources of Omega 3 fatty acids. FIsh is a cornerstone […]
This Grec-Mex Quinoa Salad with Kalamata olives and Greek honey is a great example of how two entirely different culinary traditions can meld with harmony! Quinoa is a relatively new grain on the Greek table, but for those looking for hearty gluten-free options when making a filling and tasty salad, it's a great choice and […]
Artichoke Lore: Artichokes are one of the most ancient and beloved vegetables in the Eastern Mediterranean, and Greeks have been eating them forever, or at least since discovering and embracing their ancestor, the wild cardoon. There are several artichoke varieties grown in Greece, mostly in the Peloponnese and Crete. Try serving this with a bowl […]
Spanakorizo, or spinach rice, is one of the great Greek-diet plant-based main courses! It speaks the language of a perfect Mediterranean diet recipe because it has all the right components: extra virgin Greek olive oil, greens, in this case spinach, a grain (rice), and a vibrant, fresh flavor profile thanks to the addition of ouzo, […]
I am always up for a great green salad, especially one like this Greek spinach kale salad with a few non-Greek additions, like edamame and lime! The honey adds a nice touch to the dressing and the salad is packed with fiber, filling, refreshing and perfect for any day of the week.
I love a great egg salad sandwich! This one, mixed with ripe avocado, extra virgin Greek olive oil, Greek yogurt, and herbs, and served either as a sandwich on whole grain bread or nestled in a classic pita wrap makes for an easy breakfast, brunch, lunch or quick dinner option, a brown-bag gem, and a […]
This yummy recipe for Mushroom Mageiritsa is a vegetarian version of the classic Greek recipe for Easter soup. Mageiritsa, which comes from the Greek word “cook, or to cook,” essentially is an offal soup, using all the innards that otherwise would be tossed. It’s a way to use everything, the Greek version of nose to […]