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Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Fresh, colorful cooking inspired by countries around the Mediterranean Sea. Lots of vegetables, beans, grains, fish and olive oil.
About Mediterranean Diet
Mediterranean-style cooking leans on vegetables, fruit, beans, whole grains, fish and olive oil. Meals are simple and made with fresh, seasonal food. Meat and sweets show up in smaller amounts.
Herbs like oregano, basil and parsley add flavor, along with lemon and garlic. Salads, grain bowls, roasted fish and bean stews are common. Unlike keto or paleo, it does not cut out grains or legumes, so it is a balanced, flexible way to cook.
Questions folks ask
What foods are in a Mediterranean diet?
Vegetables, fruit, beans, whole grains, fish, nuts and olive oil are the main foods.
Is the Mediterranean diet vegetarian?
Not strictly. It often includes fish and some poultry, but many dishes are meatless.
Do I need special ingredients?
No. Olive oil, fresh produce, beans and herbs from a regular store are enough.
Kitchen tips
- Use extra virgin olive oil for dressings and finishing dishes.
- Build meals around vegetables, beans and whole grains.
- Finish dishes with lemon juice and fresh herbs.
- Try fish a couple of times a week.
- Keep canned chickpeas and tomatoes in the pantry.