The sauces and condiments that top fish, bowls of pasta, vegetables, and grains, can add flavor and nutrition that will take a meal from good to great. Find pesto, roasted tomato sauce, matbucha, harissa, tzatziki, preserved lemons, and more. Healthy fats are encouraged in the Mediterranean diet.
Spinach with Feta and Lemon
If you are looking for a super quick Mediterranean Diet side dish recipe that will satisfy everyone then you have come to the right place! Spinach with feta and lemon takes about 10 minutes to make, is ridiculously delicious and will go with just about any main dish whether it’s chicken, fish, meat or beans. Serve this with warm, crusty bread for sopping up the olive oil and pot liquor.
1 Ziti with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Eggplant
I love to cook, but I don’t always love to cook. Sometimes, I want something yummy with the least amount of work possible. This Ziti with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Eggplant is one of those recipes that tastes like you’ve worked on it more than you actually have. It is a super simple recipe! Preheat the oven, slice the eggplant, onion and garlic and roast it along with cherry tomatoes for an hour. Add to pasta and you are done. Simplicity at it’s best.
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FAQ
Is mustard allowed on Mediterranean diet?
Is mayonnaise allowed on the Mediterranean diet?
What do you use instead of butter on Mediterranean diet?
Can you have chips and salsa on Mediterranean diet?
What condiments are used in the Mediterranean?
Take a look at the most important and commonly used dips, sauces and condiments used across the Mediterranean and bring a little bit of sunshine into your own kitchen. Garlic, salt and olive oil – that’s all that’s needed to make this universally-loved sauce.
What kind of snacks are allowed on a Mediterranean diet?
In the Mediterranean diet, you can consume vegetable snacks. Also, you can eat hummus, olives, beetroot, avocado, and eggplant dips, among others.
What spices are in the Mediterranean diet?
In addition to single spices and herbs, the Mediterranean diet has many mixes, too. Za’atar is a herb and a spice mixture commonly used in Lebanese cuisine. Belonging to the oregano family, za’atar has a subtle taste with a nutty and crunchy feel. The mix includes za’atar, sumac, oregano, sesame seeds, and thyme.
What is a Complete Guide to the authentic Mediterranean diet?
The complete guide to the authentic Mediterranean Diet includes everything you need to get you started: Menu and meal plans, easy and authentic recipes, shopping lists, foods to avoid, what to drink, and more- always based on science and a lifetime of experience. By Elena Paravantes, RDN, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Mediterranean Diet Expert