The oil-to-acid ratio in Mediterranean marinades is an important factor that affects the flavor and texture of the food being marinated or dressed. A common and effective ratio is 3:1, meaning three parts oil to one part acid. However, this ratio can be adjusted based on the desired taste and the type of food being
Padron peppers, a delightful and sometimes mildly spicy delicacy from Spain’s Galicia region, are a simple yet tantalizing appetizer perfect for any gathering. These small green peppers are traditionally pan-fried in olive oil until blistered and slightly charred, then finished with a generous sprinkle of flaky sea salt. The magic of Padron peppers lies in
To make chicken for weight loss, you want recipes that are low in calories but high in nutrients, and avoid excessive fats, sugars, and unhealthy ingredients. With this in mind, I love making this Grilled lemon herb chicken recipe. It’s got a great balance of flavors, and is easy to make with just a few
Just 6 Ingredients and 30 Seconds Prep Bring the vibrant and aromatic flavors of the Mediterranean to your kitchen with this simple yet incredibly versatile Mediterranean marinade. Works well with chicken, lamb, beef, seafood, and vegetables, this marinade brings together the essence of olive oil, zesty lemon juice, pungent garlic, and aromatic oregano. This is
The Perfect Summer Chicken Recipe Once you try this Mediterranean chicken with a tangy olive oil and lemon marinade, I think you’ll be making it on repeat. Embracing the flavors of the Mediterranean, this super easy recipe uses tender, juicy chicken breasts that are marinated in our new favorite summer marinade that simply oozes goodness
Delicious Cold Pasta Salad From Italy Caprese Pasta Salad is a modern spin on two classic Italian recipes. In Italy, this dish is known as ‘Insalata di Pasta Caprese’ and combines delicious fusilli pasta that’s cooked al dente and then cooled and add it to key ingredients used in a traditional Caprese salad recipe (Insalata
Nutritious | Budget-Friendly | Chicken Recipe Balsamic Chicken with Lemon is an easy-to-make main meal recipe that is loaded with Mediterranean flavors. Succulent and juicy oven-baked chicken pieces cooked in the rich, tangy flavors of balsamic vinegar with the bright, zesty notes of fresh lemon. Finished with a beautiful caramelized sauce, Balsamic Chicken with Lemon
Gluten-free | Budget-Friendly When it comes to easy summer salad recipes, you can’t go past a classic Italian Caprese salad. With all of the colors from the Italian flag, this traditional recipe is famous for its freshness and use of just a few simple yet flavorsome ingredients; Tomatoes, Mozzarella cheese, Basil, Olive oil, salt, and
Gluten-free | Budget-Friendly | Seafood Recipe Salmon Fishcakes with Cilantro, Chili, and Lime is an easy-to-make Gluten-free recipe that can be made with a few easy-to-find ingredients. Tinned salmon is used making this recipe cheap to make and with no extra prep work for cooking the salmon. Of course, fresh salmon fillets can be used
Baked Mediterranean chicken thighs is a quick and easy one-pan dinner recipe that uses delicious flavors from Mediterranean cuisine to create a healthy dinner option. This easy chicken thigh recipe is high in protein and can be whipped up in around 50 minutes with just 5 minutes of prep. When paired with our Mediterranean yellow