Happy Mediterranean Diet Month!

Did you know that May is the International Mediterranean Diet Month? If not, you are not the only one. Even I found that out a few years ago.

Established in 2009 by the Oldways organization, International Mediterranean Diet month highlights this heart-healthy lifestyle’s wonders.

Traditionally, the Mediterranean Diet is mostly plant-based; whole grains, legumes, and seasonal vegetables are the bulk of a meal. And, when it comes to flavor and health in one package, the Mediterranean Diet and lifestyle have you covered.

The modern Mediterranean Diet has introduced ingredients and foods from other regions, but their adoption added more variety and flavor complexity.

Maybe you’re a seasoned follower of the Mediterranean Diet or simply curious about this healthy eating pattern and how to get started with the Mediterranean lifestyle.

Head over to our recipes directory for delicious meals and the kitchen tips for how-to information.

If you are new to the Mediterranean lifestyle, start with this post and get the Mediterranean Diet shopping list here. I will be posting recipes and also emailing you tips and meal ideas.

Are you looking for some healthy and flavorful recipes to start the Mediterranean month.? Check out these recipes.

Breakfast Ideas

Greek Yogurt Parfait
Greek-Style Avocado Toast
Blueberry smoothie
Easy Overnight Oats

Also, you can make these quick breakfast non-recipe recipes:
1 egg scrambled in 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 slice wholegrain toast with honey

1 cup wholegrain cereal with milk or plain Greek yogurt and 1/3 cup berries or your preference
Just be mindful of the added sugars in cereals and avoid the sugar-laden ones.

1 cup sliced fruit, ½ cup Greek yogurt, 1 slice wholegrain toast with 1 tablespoon peanut butter
Just be mindful of the added sugars in some brands of peanut butter. Choose one with only two ingredients: peanuts and salt.

Dinner Ideas

Chicken Provençal with Tomatoes and Olives
Baked Cod with Asparagus and Potatoes
Roasted Salmon with Fennel, Tomatoes, and Potatoes
Risotto Primavera (Yes, you can make it as a main dish for a meatless dinner)
Chicken with Green Olives and Capers with a side of plain brown rice or Green beans Amandine
Baked Monkfish Fillet with a side of steamed broccoli or another vegetable
Braised Okra
Baked Mediterranean Mahi-Mahi
Buy a rotisserie chicken and add Mayonnaise-Free Potato Salad as a side dish.

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