Mediterranean cooking is inspired by the eating habits in Greece, Spain and the southern areas of Italy and France. Natural foods like fruits, veggies, nuts, legumes, whole grains and olive oil are central to the cuisine in these areas. The colorful dishes are flavored with fresh, aromatic herbs and garlic, and wine consumption is welcome (yay!). Since the focus is on whole foods, most of the recipes are simple to prepare. To help you keep up with your busy schedule, we included the FAST! icon on recipes that prep in 30 minutes or less. So start today--there's no better time to start eating well and enjoying meals with those you love.
WELCOME TO YOUR NEW HEALTHY LIFE!
LIVE THE mediterranean life • The Mediterranean diet isn’t a trend, fad or set of rules. It’s a real food approach to healthy eating that embraces variety, flavor and nutrient-rich choices. The diet, which is often referred to as the world’s healthiest diet, is backed by plenty of scientific evidence showing that people who eat a Mediterranean diet tend to live long, active lives.
THE greek DIET
THE spanish DIET
THE italian DIET
THE french DIET
lunches • It’s a good idea to prep lunch ahead of time, since options at the office aren’t always healthy. The midday nosh is important fuel for the rest of the day, so treat yourself well.
Weeknight Dinner • Mealtimes just got a nutritious upgrade. Indulge in fresh salads, lean proteins, colorful meatless options and more to make everyday evenings extra special.
family feasts • Eating together enhances the enjoyment of the meal, encourages variety and brings food back to the center of the dining experience, as it should be.
TO SHARE dips • Although dips are available from the refrigerated section of most supermarkets and gourmet food stores, homemade versions taste so much better. Serve on platters with generous amounts of crackers or vegetable sticks.
Breakfasts & Small Meals • These small bites are loaded with energizing veggies and packable proteins so you can load up on good food in the morning and save the extras for a light, healthy lunch.
sweets • It’s such a treat to indulge in a little dessert after dining together, especially when it is loaded with seasonal fruits, nutritious nuts, whole grains or calcium-rich dairy.
Mediterranean Cooking • SPECIAL ISSUE
EAT DELICIOUS MEALS (& TOSS OUT THE RULE BOOK)
