Enjoy the gentle comfort of leeks stewed with prunes and tomato in extra virgin Greek olive oil — a traditional lathero (olive-oil-focused) dish celebrating olive oil in Greek cooking and the longevity-nourishing aspects of the Mediterranean diet from My Greek Table Season 5: Olive Oil & Longevity.
This Artichoke and Fava Bean Stew with Lemon Sauce (Anginarokoukia Me Derbiye) is the kind of bright, springtime Greek fasting food that proves “abstention” can still be deeply satisfying. From My Greek Table Season 5: Flavors of Longevity and the episode “Delicious Abstention,” it celebrates two longevity-friendly heroes—artichokes and fava beans—in a gently simmered, olive-oil […]
Tzatziki, the classic Greek yogurt-cucumber dip, has grown in stature in recent years, as chefs experiment with mixing more than just cukes into a thick bowl of Greek yogurt. Indeed, avocado and yogurt make a perfect Mediterranean diet ingredients pairing! You can play around with the herbs. Cilantro, mint, parsley, dill and basil all work […]
PUMPKIN SEEDS NUTRITION FACTS: Pumpkin seeds contain many antioxidants, iron, zinc, magnesium, and several other nutrients and plant compounds. There are many ways to incorporate them into your diet: As a snack, raw or cooked, salted or unsalted. They can be added to granola, Greek yogurt, and smoothies. Also, they can be added to any […]
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
ABOUT RED LENTILS Red lentils are typically bright orange in appearance, and are similar to other lentil varieties in terms of overall – great – nutritional benefits. They tend to break down a little more easily than brown, green or black lentils, and have a mushier texture as well. Additionally, they have a slightly sweeter […]
WHITE VS BROWN RICE: Even though the milling process removes the rice’s husk, bran, and germ, it’s artificially fortified with nutrients. It’s also polished so it appears to be more palatable. On the other side, brown rice is a whole grain thus it’s richer in nutrition as a whole. The key difference between these two […]
PERFECT HUMMUS EVERY TIME! Did you know that blending your chickpeas when they’re still hot (right after they’re cooked or reheated canned ones) results in a light and fluffy mix, ready to absorb tahini, olive oil, and spices? Maybe the best tip for consistently good hummus is adding excellent tahini. The rich and complex flavor […]
WHY IS THIS HEALTHY?Eggplant is filling, but it’s also low in carbs, fat, and calories. It also has plenty of bone-building calcium and antioxidants that can help to ward off heart disease, cancer, and other chronic illnesses. Breadcrumbs in combination with high-protein chickpea flour make this coating healthier than using plain all-purpose flour or some […]
I’ve been tossing pasta with yogurt in various forms since I was a kid. This Greek pasta recipe, for linguine (or any other ling extruded pasta) tossed with tangy Greek yogurt, extra virgin Greek olive oil, peas and feta is a perfect weeknight or brunch option and speaks tomes to the vibrant simple cooking that […]