Spring is here, and what better way to enjoy some more seasonal vegetables than this flavorful Risotto Primavera (Springtime Risotto)! Risotto is a classic northern Italian dish made with short-grain starchy rice — most commonly Arborio rice but other types of short grain rice can be used. These types of rice can absorb more liquid, …
Mediterranean Diet Rated The Best Overall For 2022
For the fifth in a row (2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018), the U.S. News & World Report has named the Mediterranean Diet the #1 in Best Diets Overall. It is rich in plant-based foods, whole grains, beans and legumes, and healthy fats such as olive oil, fish, and other healthy fares, making it an …
Book Review: The Science of Good Cooking (Cook’s Illustrated Cookbooks)
This post may contain Amazon or other affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Click here to read our privacy policy. There are some cookbooks we all refer to again and again, even though we have dozens of others sitting around collecting dust. These are the “foundation,” or cornerstone, cookbooks in our …
Let’s eat the Mediterranean way!
Maybe you are already cooking the Mediterranean way or new to the Mediterranean lifestyle and way of eating. Journey with us as we explore the bold and bright flavors of the Mediterranean region with gourmet recipes, cooking tips, and information on following the Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle, the healthiest diet and lifestyle. Are you looking …
Eating Well Through The Seasons – Spring
Winter is over. The daytime starts getting longer, and it is finally starting to warm up again, which means cravings for fresh greens and refreshing fruits are kicking in. Our natural desires for food change each season, like how we change our clothes as the seasons progress. In addition, our bodies need to adapt to …
Eating Well Through The Seasons
Maybe you have heard nutritionists, dieticians, and food bloggers, touting the importance of Eating Seasonally. But what does it actually mean, and why should we strive to follow it? Eating Seasonally is consuming fruits and vegetables harvested during the same time of year as consumption — for example, eating citrus during the winter and asparagus …
Easy Ways To Adopt The Mediterranean Diet
Suppose you are thinking of adopting the Mediterranean Diet. In that case, you may feel overwhelmed by the number of changes you might need to make. Should you change everything at once or make smaller, incremental changes? Well, as in most things in life, one size does not fit most. As we all know, “what …
Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle
The Mediterranean Diet is much more than a mere healthy and tasty dietary pattern. Rather than focusing on individual ‘superfoods,’ it is the overall approach and combination of lifestyle practices and foods that identify it and make it so healthy and famous. One can summarize these lifestyle practices in a single moto: Enjoy life to …
Welcome to Eat Mediterranean Food!
Hello, my friends! Welcome to my new online home! Many of you have been following my cooking adventures since the beginning (2016). Thank you for sticking around all these years! After a time of life-changing events that kept me from blogging, I am returning full of energy, enthusiasm, and ideas to share new recipes, information, …
Cooking Terms Glossary
Some culinary terms used in recipes may be unfamiliar at the beginning of your kitchen adventures. But don’t pass them up just because you do not know what they mean. This handy Kitchen Glossary will help you during your first steps. Al Dente: Cooking the food to the point that it is tender but just firm, …
Primal Mediterranean Gourmet is now on Yummly!
I am also happy to announce that I have created a Yummly Publisher Page where I showcase all my favorite recipes. Yummly is a recipe search site where you can filter your recipe searches according to your particular needs. Do you want to know what you can make with the ingredients you have on hand? Yummly will search and …
Foods To Avoid When Following the Mediterranean Diet
Are you wondering how to reap the Mediterranean Diet’s health benefits since it does not exclude any food groups? What foods are considered unhealthy in the Mediterranean way of eating? Can we still indulge in desserts? Well, we all need a sweet treat now and then. When following the Mediterranean way of eating, fruits are …
Mediterranean Diet Resources
We live in a time of abundance of information. So many websites, blogs, and cookbooks promote the Mediterranean Diet and lifestyle. Here are our top ones that we believe are worthy of stopping by for more information and delicious recipes. Oldways Preservation & Exchange Trust – A non-profit organization that advocates the benefits of the …
Mediterranean Diet Food List
Are you thinking, “Ok, I would like to try the Mediterranean Diet, but what foods do I buy? Do I need to replace all the items currently in my pantry? Do I need to purchase expensive specialty foods?” Well, following the Mediterranean way of eating is very easy and budget-friendly. There is no need to …
What is the Mediterranean Diet?
The Mediterranean Diet is based on the traditional eating patterns and lifestyles of the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea (Albania, Algeria, Andorra*, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Jordan*, Lebanon, Libya, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, Portugal*, Slovenia, Spain, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey). *Andorra, Jordan, and Portugal do not have a coastline on the Mediterranean. …
Food Glossary of the Mediterranean Diet
At the beginning of your journey through the Mediterranean Diet, some menu items or foods at the grocery store may be unfamiliar. But don’t pass them up just because you do not know what they are. This handy Food Glossary of the Mediterranean Diet will help you during your first steps. Arborio Rice: It is …
Mediterranean Diet Rated as Best Diet for 2020
Do you ever wonder which diet to follow? What are the pros and cons of “Diet A” vs. “Diet B”? Will I be able to stick with it? Are there any risks if I follow the diet for log? The U.S. News & World Report has asked a panel of nationally recognized experts in diet, …
Roasted Salmon with Fennel, Tomatoes, and Potatoes
Fennel and salmon are a match made in heaven. The richness of salmon is contrasted by the bright aromatic fennel and mellow roasted tomatoes. The combination of lemon, garlic, olive oi — ingredients that define Mediterranean cooking — makes an intensely flavorful, vibrant dish. This roasted salmon with fennel, tomatoes, and potatoes is a simple, …
Baked Cod with Asparagus and Potatoes
Follow my blog with Bloglovin This one-pan baked cod with asparagus and potatoes combines wild-caught cod with seasonal vegetables for a near-effortless dinner that’s ready in a snap. Asparagus is available year-round, with its peak season during spring. This dish is one of my favorite options for a quick easy one-pan dinner which we enjoy …
Greek Roasted Eggplant Dip – Melitzanosalata
Roasted Greek Eggplant Dip – Melitzanosalata, is a simple yet tasty dish of roasted eggplant, red pepper, onion, garlic, oil, and lemon juice. It’s perfect spread on crusty bread, toasted pita, crudités, or as part of a larger Greek meze platter! Melitzanosalata (meh-lee-TZAH-noh-sah-LAH-tah) is a delicious dip that makes a wonderful snack, appetizer, part of …
Greek Ekmek Kataifi
Some of the links above are affiliate links, which pay me a small commission for my referral at no extra cost to you! Thank you for supporting my website. My mother used to make the Greek Ekmek Kataifi in Spring for our Easter holiday family gatherings. I always felt it was the perfect ending for a holiday feast …
Mastiha – The Greek natural chewing gum and one of the most seductive spices
Mastiha (mastic) is the sap of the mastic tree (pistacia lentiscus bush, an evergreen) that grows on the Greek island of Chios. Although the tree grows in other areas of the Mediterranean, only in southern Chios are the mastic trees producing this aromatic sap with all its wonderful properties. The mastic sap is sun-dried into …
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Parsnips and Carrots
Roasted vegetables are the highlight of Fall and Winter side dishes, and the roasted brussels sprouts, Parsnips, and Carrots are one of the staple menu items for our winter entertaining. The root vegetables develop their natural sweetness, while the cruciferous vegetables benefit from the caramelization and the browning to intensify their nutty and sweet flavor. A side dish that …
Healthy Fruit Gelatin Gummy Snacks
My daughter loves gummy snacks. These Healthy Fruit Gelatin Gummy Snacks are a healthy alternative to conventional gummy treats. And they are so simple to make you’ll wonder why you haven’t made them yet! The conventional gummy treats are laden with sugar or sugar substitutes, artificial colors, and flavors; the same applies to the conventional …
CHICKEN WITH GREEN OLIVES AND CAPERS
Chicken is one of the most versatile ingredients to use when cooking dinner. It can be used with a variety of sauces and spices to create dishes of a significantly different character; bold, spicy, lemony, tangy, sweet, mild… The lemon zest and herbs in this chicken with green olives and capers add a fresh bright …
CHOCOLATE AVOCADO MOUSSE
This post contains some affiliate links. For more information, see my full disclosure here. This Chocolate Avocado Mousse is a rich, velvety, decadent dessert that is much healthier and lighter than the traditional chocolate mousse. As for the use of avocado, it does not affect the mousse taste. I love everything chocolate! And if you are like …
Green Beans Amandine
Green beans amandine is a classic, healthy and refreshing side dish with earthy flavors. The simple preparation makes it a versatile side to accompany any meal, from a Sunday dinner to an elaborate holiday menu. The almonds add some crunchiness and earthy flavor which play nicely with the fresh flavors of the beans and the parsley.It is a …
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Sage
Roasted sweet potatoes with sage is a simple, yet delicious, dish to accompany your Autumn and Winter meals. It is a great addition to any holiday menu while it also makes an easy and flavorful side for your weeknight dinners as well. The roasting process intensifies the natural sugars of the sweet potatoes, concentrates their …
Moroccan Lamb Kofta
The first time I had Moroccan Lamb Kofta was from the prepared foods section of a healthy foods grocery store. Immediately, I fell in love with these kabobs. The combination of spices and herbs (Cinnamon, Cumin, Coriander, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Mint) hits all flavor notes and brings memories of travels through the mysterious and adventurous routes …
Cauliflower Tabbouleh (Grain Free)
Cauliflower tabbouleh is a grain-free version of the classic tabbouleh salad.Tabbouleh or Tabouli is a Middle Eastern salad, which is typically made with bulgur (cracked wheat), parsley, mint, tomato, and lemon. It is typically served as part of a mezze (metzea) appetizer assortment, and it can be perfect in the summer as a side or …