Want to learn what to eat from the Mediterranean diet to help you lose or maintain weight? It might be easier than you think since the Mediterranean diet isn’t your typical “diet.” It’s based on the traditional dietary patterns of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea so your food options are greater. It’s more of an
Baked salmon with lemon, garlic, and fresh dill is the perfect main meal recipe when you’re looking to impress at your next dinner party. Soft flakes of salmon are cooked to perfection and given a tasty zing from the lemon, fresh dill, and spices. The sauce is incredibly easy to make and takes only 1
Tabbouleh (or tabouli) is a salad that’s typically served as a side dish or as part of a mezze platter. Light, refreshing, and healthy, it’s versatile and delicious. I even use it in sandwiches or wraps sometimes to add some flavor, so the world’s your oyster. Tabbouleh’s believed to have originated in the Levant region,
Spanish meatballs (called ‘Albondigas’ in Spanish) are delicious meaty morsels that are best when served in a rich flavorsome tomato sofrito sauce. They are ideal for party food or served as a small appetizer or tapas. Best of all, Spanish meatballs are super easy to make and use a few easy-to-find ingredients. We have two
If you’ve been to the Basque Country (Euskadi) in Spain, then you would have had pintxos (that’s a 99.99% certainty rate). Just about any bar you wander into will have pintxos on display. Similar, but not the same as tapas, the idea is you snack as you drink. Pintxos are individual servings and are part
There’s no doubt about the role of olive oil in a healthy diet — it’s nutritious and great at fighting diseases. But one of the intriguing aspects is its role in weight loss. Studies are newer when it comes to weight loss versus studies around health benefits and how olive oil can help prevent or
Arroz al horno is a hearty Valencian oven-baked rice dish that’s made with the famous bomba rice. As the name suggests (literally translates to ‘oven-baked rice’), this dish is cooked in the oven. It uses a few different cuts of pork, and it’s traditionally cooked in a large ceramic dish and cooked with morcilla sausage
Smoky artichoke dip with goat cheese and paprika is our new go-to recipe when we want a rich, tasty, and healthy dip that (literally) oozes flavor. Simply shred some artichoke petals from the hearts, add plenty of smoked paprika, white pepper, a pinch of salt, plus lots of creamy goat cheese and diced sun-dried tomatoes,
If you’ve ever visited Spain, and love shrimp, you would have tried gambas al ajillo. The Spanish version of garlic shrimp is sensational and you’ll find it all over the country. It’s usually eaten as a tapas or a racione (larger portion than tapas for sharing). Served with slices of baguette, mopping up the beautiful
In a world obsessed with quick fixes and fad diets, there’s one “diet” that stands the test of time when it comes to promoting gut health — the Mediterranean diet. Bursting with flavor, color, and a myriad of health benefits, this age-old way of eating has been linked to improving everything from heart health to