Happy Mediterranean Diet Month! There’s no better time to celebrate the vibrant flavors
and healthful traditions of the Mediterranean table. In today’s newsletter, I’m excited to
share a selection of 30-minute recipes that showcase the best of the season’s spring
vegetables-quick, nourishing, and delicious meals you can enjoy any day of the week.
At the heart of the Mediterranean diet are extra virgin olive oil, fresh and dried herbs,
whole grains, beans, and an abundance of fresh vegetables. These ingredients not only bring
incredible flavor and texture to your meals but also offer a wealth of health benefits, from
supporting heart health to providing essential nutrients and antioxidants.
Ready to get cooking? Here are five of my favorite spring-inspired, under-30-minute recipes
from my website:
Broad Bean Salad – A simple way to savor the season’s most delicious fresh bean!
Lentil Salad with Herbs and Grated Eggs – hearty, protein-rich, and perfect for spring.
Zucchini and Potato Skillet Pie from Ikaria – a wonderful and beautifully layered recipe from
the Greek island of Longevity!
Aracas Laderos – aka Stewed Peas, so easy and springy, packed with fresh herbs and one of
the great vegetarian main courses of the season.
Herby Bulgur Vegetable Soup – a comforting bowl packed with whole grains and fresh
herbs.
Let’s savor the season, one wholesome meal at a time. For more recipes and inspiration,
visit my website, dianekochilas.com. Wishing you a delicious and healthy Mediterranean
Diet Month!
Visit my online shop for a wide selection of Greek single-origin artisanal foods, from honeys to wild herbs, olives, olive oils, pistachios, heirloom grain products, fruit preserves and more.
Diane Kochilas is one of the world’s foremost experts on Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. She is the host, creator and co-producer of My Greek Table, the award-winning 13-episode per season cooking-travel show about Greece that airs nationally on Public Television. The series is in its third season.
Lemon Potato Smashers
Seafood Stew
Lentil–Sweet Potato Soup with Spinach and Sage
Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad with Feta and Lemon-Dill Dressing
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