Mediterranean Diet Easy Recipes 2025

06/02/2025

Blueberry Peach Feta Salad
Ingredients:
3 cups mixed salad greens
1 peach, sliced
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, peach slices, blueberries, feta cheese, and pecans.
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving to blend flavors.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes

06/02/2025

Greek Chicken Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce
INGREDIENTS:
Greek Chicken Meatballs with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced (for tzatziki)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, egg, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined, then shape the mixture into meatballs.
3. Arrange the meatballs on a baking sheet and place them in the preheated oven. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the meatballs are thoroughly cooked.
4. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until well incorporated.
5. Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and serve them alongside the tzatziki sauce for dipping. Enjoy!

06/01/2025

Easy Pecan Pie Bars
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, and salt until the mixture is crumbly. Press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir in the chopped pecans.
Pour the pecan mixture over the baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set.
Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Baking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour
Kcal: 290 kcal per bar | Servings: 24 bars

06/01/2025

I’ve started freezing avocado! I mash them up and I use a small cookie scoop. Then freeze! They don’t turn brown AT ALL and when they set up firm in a few hours I throw them in a gallon ziploc bag. I don’t add anything to them. No more nasty brown color or throwing expired ones away. I freeze about two bags at a time. They thaw beautifully too. Try it

05/31/2025

Healthy Pickled Beets Recipe - Super Easy and Great Tasting (Mediterranean Diet Friendly)
This recipe prioritizes natural sweetness and tang, aligning with the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on whole, unprocessed foods and minimal added sugars.
Yields: Approximately 2 pints
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25-35 minutes (plus cooling and chilling time)
Ingredients:
For the Beets:
8 medium fresh beets (about 2-2.5 lbs), tops and root ends trimmed
For the Brine:
1.5 cups apple cider vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
1.5 cups water
1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey (or adjust to 2 tablespoons for less sweetness, or omit entirely for a truly sugar-free, tangy pickle)
1-1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
1-1/2 teaspoons whole allspice
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional, for extra pickling flavor)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 bay leaf (optional)
Equipment:
Large pot for cooking beets
Small saucepan for brine
2 (pint-sized) canning jars with lids, sterilized
Instructions:
Prepare the Beets:
Wash the beets thoroughly. Place the trimmed beets in a large pot and cover them with water by about 1 inch.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 20-30 minutes, or until fork-tender. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the beets.
Drain the beets and let them cool slightly until they are comfortable enough to handle.
Once cooled, the skins should slip off easily. You can use your fingers or a paring knife. Trim off any remaining root or stem bits.
Cut the peeled beets into 1/4 to 1/2-inch slices, wedges, or cubes, as desired. Set aside.
Prepare the Brine:
While the beets are cooking, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, maple syrup/honey (if using), whole cloves, whole allspice, black peppercorns, mustard seeds (if using), salt, and bay leaf (if using) in a small saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve the maple syrup/honey and salt.
Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Jar the Beets:
Pack the sliced beets tightly into your clean, sterilized pint jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
Carefully pour the hot brine over the beets, making sure to distribute the spices evenly between the jars. Ensure the beets are completely submerged in the liquid.
Gently tap the jars on the counter to release any air bubbles. If needed, top off with more brine.
Seal and Chill:
Securely place the lids on the jars.
Allow the jars to cool completely at room temperature.
Once cooled, transfer the pickled beets to the refrigerator.
Storage and Serving:
These pickled beets are best after chilling for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to fully develop.
Store them in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks.
Serve them as a healthy side dish, on salads, in grain bowls, or as a vibrant addition to any Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Enjoy your truly healthy and delicious pickled beets!

05/31/2025

🍗🍚 Garlic Chicken Fried Rice: A flavorful twist on a classic dish! Tender chicken 🍗, fragrant garlic, and fluffy rice 🍚 stir-fried to perfection.
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked white rice, chilled
2 chicken breasts, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, and corn)
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
In a large skillet or wok, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and minced garlic, and cook until chicken is cooked through and garlic is fragrant.
Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and add beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked.
Add mixed vegetables to the skillet and cook until they are tender.
Add chilled rice to the skillet and stir-fry everything together, breaking up any clumps of rice.
Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over the rice mixture, and continue to stir-fry until everything is evenly coated.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Time: Approximately 30 minutes.
Calories: Approximately 350

05/31/2025

Ingredients (Serves 4)
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken:
Using a sharp knife, make horizontal slits across each chicken breast, about ¾ of the way through. Don’t cut all the way.
3. Make the Filling:
In a small bowl, mix the chopped spinach, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheese.
4. Stuff the Chicken:
Carefully stuff each slit with the spinach-bacon-cheese mixture.
5. Season & Prep for Baking:
Brush the chicken with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
6. Bake:
Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a greased baking dish. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve Hot:
Pair with roasted veggies, salad, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal!

05/31/2025

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Full recipe:
Prep Time 35 mins Cook Time 5 mins Total Time 40 mins Course: Main Course Cuisine: American Keyword: Skillet Chicken Servings:6 Calories: 295kcal
Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup diced onion
1/3 cup diced green pepper

05/31/2025

Protein bowls
Avocado
Sweet potato
Ground meat
Cottage cheese
Hot honey drizzle

05/30/2025

What meat is this

05/30/2025