This healthy salmon salad recipe layers on the texture and flavor with creamy Greek yogurt, peppery Dijon mustard, crunchy fresh vegetables, and fresh parsley. There’s no mayo, and the salmon is baked in the oven so it could not be easier! Scoop it into lettuce cups or pile it onto bread for a sandwich. Photo Credits: Kathrine Irwin Most salmon salad recipes I have come across are lacking in texture and very much drowned in mayonnaise....
Here is a quick guide for how to assemble a beautiful crudités platter with little effort. This party platter is loaded with vegetables and Mediterranean favorites, it is the perfect make-ahead appetizer for a crowd! Crudités French crudités, pronounced kroo-dee-teh , are simply raw vegetables (sliced or whole), arranged neatly on a platter or board, and typically served with a sauce for dipping. But for something so basic, a vegetable crudité platter can be the show-stopping star of your next party....
Tinto de Verano, Spanish for “red wine of summer” is a refreshing and easy-to-make red wine cocktail that’s ready in less than 5 minutes. You can dress things up with orange and lemon slices, but you really only need two ingredients to make this bubbly summer sipper. You almost don’t need a recipe to make Tinto de Verano, sangria’s lighter, low-maintenance cousin. Simply combine red wine and lemony soda in a glass with some ice and you’re good to go!...
Made with roasted fresh tomatoes and fragrant basil, this tomato basil soup recipe is rich, flavorful, and comforting. Fresh yet cozy, it’s the perfect transition into fall! Photo Credits: Mark Beahm When the air turns crisp and tomatoes are still lingering at the market, I know it’s time to make a big batch of this vegan tomato basil soup. Roasting the tomatoes concentrates their sweetness, while carrots add just enough natural balance to the acidity—no sugar required!...
Warm up with this easy tomato tortellini soup recipe! A vegetarian-friendly dinner featuring a rich tomato broth, fresh spinach, and cheese-filled pasta. Ready in 30 minutes! Photo Credit: Ali Redmond Tomato Tortellini Soup is My Favorite Comfort Food By sautéing the aromatics and cooking the tomato paste until it darkens, I unlock a deep, umami-rich flavor in a short amount of time. Rather than using heavy cream, I make a milk and cornstarch slurry....
Add more color, nutrition, and flavor to your dinner table with this collection of 35 vegan dinner recipes! Whether you’re looking for meatless meal ideas or want to add more vegetables to your diet, these easy vegan recipes are for you! From left to right:Lentil and Carrot Flatbread,Cabbage Steaks,French Lentil Salad,Vegan Bolognese Vegan dinner recipes don’t have to mean missing out on bold flavors and satisfying meals! My family eats the Mediterranean way , which includes a little bit of everything—fish, dairy, and plenty of vegetables and grains....
From soups to sauces, salads, pastas, freezer recipes, and more, we have you covered with the best fresh tomato recipes to make the most out of this summer staple. Image ofCaprese Saladby Mariam Hamdy The true magic of a fresh summer tomato is that you don’t need a recipe to make something delicious. Just a drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of flaky salt, maybe a grind of pepper if you’re feeling fancy....
This no-recipe recipe is my essential guide to building a gorgeous, vibrant antipasto platter with very little effort. Simply grab a cutting board and load it to capacity with fruits, vegetables, cured meats, cheeses, and other pantry goodies. What’s best: you can make this photo-worthy yet easy appetizer ahead of time and have it ready to go in your fridge! Photo Credits: Andrea Gralow I love a big beautiful spread for when friends and family come to visit....
Yes, you can make falafel in the air fryer! Follow my easy tips for perfectly crisp air fryer falafel with the same bold, authentic flavors! Falafel is a staple food throughout the Middle East and in Egypt where I grew up. Traditional falafel is made of a mixture of chickpeas, fresh herbs, and warm spices , which is formed into balls or patties and deep fried until the patties turn a beautiful golden brown....
This easy basil vinaigrette recipe is from my new cookbook, The Mediterranean Dish: 120 Bold and Healthy Recipes You’ll Make on Repeat . It works as a salad dressing or as a sauce, which means you can put it on almost anything. Basically, its everything you love about pesto in a vinaigrette! Drizzle it over vegetarian stuffed peppers , chicken or grilled fish , toss it with your favorite salad or spoon it into your soup for an extra burst of flavor!...
The Mediterranean Diet is healthy and has been repeatedly ranked the best overall diet by U.S. News and World Report because it supports a balanced approach to eating and a joyful way of living. This is because The Mediterranean Diet is about food, yes, but also a certain approach to life. Photo Illustration: Kristina Larsen As a registered dietitian, I’ve seen countless clients struggle with health. They come to me wanting to address concerns like weight loss, lowering lipids, improving blood pressure, reducing their risk of diabetes or simply trying to feel better....
Italian-inspired skillet chicken cooked in a delicious garlic and white wine sauce with tomatoes and mushrooms. It comes together in 30 minutes! Be sure to watch the video for how to make this pan-seared chicken breast recipe, and read on for important tips. Not your average skillet chicken breast recipe! Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are a staple item in most households because they are versatile and healthy. Plus, the ways you can dress up chicken breasts are endless!...
With sweet fennel and fragrant Italian sausage, this skillet meal is a quick and simple dinner that packs loads of nutrition and flavor! Photo Credits: Suzy Karadsheh This simple sausage and lentils recipe comes from one of our readers Darryl Patrick Lombard, who makes it often on busy weeknights. I’m so glad he shared it with me! If you thought lentils were bland, wait until you try Darryl’s recipe. Loads of flavor with such little effort!...
You’ll love this twist on pesto pasta with broccoli and a good splash of fresh lemon juice. Loads of flavor! And you’ll have extra pesto to freeze for later use! (Tips & step-by-step tutorial below) Add a bowl of tomato panzanella salad to start this tasty vegetarian meal! Pesto Pasta with Broccoli and Lemon This broccoli pesto pasta is exactly what it sounds like. A wholesome broccoli pasta, loaded with basil pesto deliciousness and a big, bright splash of lemon!...
Meatloaf with hard-boiled eggs is a classic Greek dish made with juicy, spiced ground beef shaped around whole, boiled eggs and baked in smoky cumin-paprika tomato sauce. It’s easier to prepare than you might think, and a total crowd-pleaser. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond Rolo Me Kima kai Avga, which translates from Greek to meatloaf with eggs is a homey dish that makes me think of my family whenever I prepare it....
This is the chicken soup you’ll be having on repeat! Loaded with fresh lemon juice, and amped up with veggies, herbs, and warm spices, this Mediterranean-style turmeric lemon chicken soup is delicious, nutritious and comforting in the best way possible! The chicken soup you’ll be having on repeat! Homemade chicken soup is just what the doctor ordered! And it’s even better prepared Mediterranean-style with homemade broth, chopped veggies, fresh herbs, and loads of fresh lemon juice....
This Mediterranean baked fish takes on a simple sauce with tomatoes and capers. Comes together in 35 minutes! It’s delicious, plus healthy (low-carb; low-calorie; gluten free). And I have the perfect Mediterranean sides and salads to complete the menu. Be sure to watch my video below and you’ll see how easy it is to make this baked fish. If you’ve glanced at my Mediterranean diet shopping list (which you should totally print out and use), you’ve already noticed that fish and seafood do take some prominence....
Pasta e ceci, pronounced pasta eh cheh-chee, is a traditional Italian dinner of pasta with chickpeas, rosemary, and vegetables. This weeknight-friendly recipe is the best kind of comfort food—nourishing and cozy. Photo Credits: Katherine Irwin Pasta e ceci has become popular in recent years but it’s been a favorite of mine ever since I was a young child, and my own kids love it too! My version stars ditalini (small tube) pasta, plus nutrient-rich chickpeas, carrots, celery, tomato, and lots of fresh rosemary....
You’ll love these quick roasted tomatoes with garlic and thyme. Roasted in a high-heated oven until super tender and bursting with intense, concentrated flavor. Make them ahead and use as needed as a delicious vegetarian side; tossed with pasta; or served bruschetta-style like I do below. Heck, they even go well with homemade pita chips . Read on for tips and watch the video for how to roast tomatoes....
Raw oysters on the half-shell have met their perfect match! Lemon zest and fresh herbs give this traditional mignonette sauce recipe an extra boost of freshness. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond My first restaurant job in my early twenties was at an oyster bar in Seattle, where I learned the ins and outs of how to shuck an oyster . It was during busy shifts that I also developed an insatiable taste for their briny, incredibly fresh flavor....
