Vegan Recipes
As far as Greek phyllo desserts go, Galaktoboureko is high on the list of great ones! This classic Greek phyllo recipe typically calls for a cream made with milk and semolina. My guest in this episode, well-known Athens vegan chef Nikos Gaitanos, created this vegan galaktoboureko which is absolutely delish. He surprised me with […]
Fasolada, the Greek bean soup, satisfies all the criteria for a classic, delicious Mediterranean diet recipe. In the Greek diet, beans and legumes are an elemental food, savored in every season and every which way. This Greek recipe for bean soup is a variation on the bean soup theme, with a few unusual additions […]
FARRO 101: Farro, is an ancient whole grain wheat, rich in protein and fiber, it looks similar to barley, though with a slightly more elongated and larger grain. Like barley, farro retains a notable amount of chew when it gets cooked. SUITABLE SUBSITUTE: Barley
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 […]
There are so many great Greek potato recipes, and this is definitely one of them. Antinaktes means “shaken,” and this classic Cypriot recipe is one of the greats of the Eastern Mediterranean and a great example of how potatoes are enjoyed in the Greek diet and Mediterranean diet alike. Indeed, potatoes are an essential […]
LENTIL SOUPS THROUGHOUT THE MEDITERRANEAN The lentil plant originates from Asia and North Africa and is one of the ancient foods. The humble lentil is a cousin to the pea and rich in protein and carbohydrates. It’s also an excellent source of calcium, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B. The types of lentils most widely […]
HOW TO STEAM & ROAST BUTTERNUT SQUASH Steam: Bring 1 inch of water to boil in a large pan fitted with a steamer basket. Add squash. Cover and steam until soft, about 15 minutes. Roast: Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise and place flesh side down on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake […]
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 […]
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.
AMAZING CHIA SEEDS A power-packed superfood whose name means strength in the Mayan language, Chia is native to Mexico and Guatemala. Besides being packed with nutrients such as thiamine, niacin, and various dietary minerals including manganese, selenium, phosphorous, and copper, chia has the ability to absorb up to ten times its volume of liquid, […]