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15 March 2022
NUTRITIOUS TIP Brassicas are rich in vitamins C, A, E, K, as well as folate, calcium, iron, potassium and phosphorus. They are a good source of dietary fibre and have a precious compound that no other fruits or vegetables contain, glucosinolates specifically. Glucosinolates are naturally occurring bioactive sulphur-rich compounds, and are the main components behind the health benefits of ...
15 March 2022
VEGGIES EVERY WHICH WAY This selection of vegetables is like a poster child for Mediterranean cooking. Tomatoes, peppers, zucchini, and eggplant combine in countless ways, from dishes like French Ratatouille to Greek Briam to more complex layered recipes that include cheese or are seasoned with local flavor palettes. But they also make for a great bunch of candidates for ...
15 March 2022
HELPFUL TIP: Pasta using pulses such as lentils, chickpeas and beans to produce an alternative to traditional wheat pasta has more protein, fibre than traditional pasta and is low in fat. Pulse pastas are naturally gluten free, since they use pulse flour instead of wheat flour, however it’s always recommended to check product labels in case it’s a combination ...
14 March 2022
Beans are an integral part of the Greek -Mediterranean diet. Here's a look at some favorite recipes and a primer for how to integrate beans into your weekly meal plan.
8 March 2022
Tahini and tarama are two of the many superfoods of Greek Lent and they're both surprisingly versatile.
25 February 2022
HELPFUL TIP: Do you own a smoothie maker or are you using a good old-fashioned blender instead? A smoothie maker is quite handy because it’s easier to clean, takes up less space but usually is less powerful than blenders. The latter is larger and can be used for a variety of everyday kitchen tasks like pureeing vegetables and making ...
25 February 2022
A LITTLE HISTORY: Avgolemono is a Greek sauce made from eggs, lemon, and warm broth. Commonly added to soups for thickening, the sauce is used to dress up everything from roasted vegetables to fish dishes. “Vegan avgolemono” sounds like an oxymoron but it really is something that can be found in Greek cuisine, especially on the island of Crete. ...
24 February 2022
USEFUL TIP: This is an all-weather soup and is just as delicious hot as it is chilled.
24 February 2022
SERVING TIP: This dish definitely tastes better the next day and is great at room temperature!
15 February 2022
Adapt a Mediterranean diet lifestyle and mindset easily, wherever you are, by following a few basic tenets.