It’s no wonderthe Mediterranean dietis considered to be one of the healthiest.
It’s brimming with plant-based foods, healthy fats, whole grains and lean protein.
And they live longer.
Jennifer Causey
And those herbs and spices also have health benefits, including reduced inflammation.
Make these wraps ahead of time for a grab-and-go lunch or dinner.
A few wedges of warm pita perfectly finish off this meal.
Serve with a squeeze of lemon.
), these meal-prep bowls will keep you fueled all afternoon.
The spinach and feta turkey meatballs are adapted fromTurkey Burgers with Spinach, Feta & Tzatzikiby Hilary Meyer.
Jennifer Causey
Look for premade tzatziki near the specialty cheeses and dips at your grocery store or make your own.
Broiling the olives along with the other vegetables softens their flavor and adds a smoky background note.
A garnish of basil brightens the dish.
Served with whole-wheat pita and prepared hummus, it makes a filling, yet healthy lunch.
Save any leftovers to wrap up for an easy lunch.
Serve with a mixed green salad to round this lunch out.
Greg DuPree
It combines cucumber salad, hummus, pita and more for a satisfying work lunch.
Serve these sandwiches for a healthy dinner or light lunch.
This set-it-and-forget-it slow-cooker soup recipe is just that.
Photo by: Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D.
Using bone-in chicken thighs is the key to making rich soup without adding broth.
If you prefer a creamier texture, gently mash some of the beans as you stir everything together.
Look for whole-wheat or whole-grain ravioli in the refrigerated or frozen section of the supermarket.
Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D.
Serve this healthy ravioli soup with a side salad.
If you enjoy the flavor profile, this dish can also be made with orzo in place of quinoa.
Served over baby spinach, this is the perfect easy and light lunch or dinner salad.
A garlicky oil and vinegar dressing brings everything together.
Fresh basil elevates an easy vinaigrette recipe that dresses up this simple salad into something extraordinary.
Couscous & Chickpea Salad
Cooked couscous and canned chickpeas come together in this quick lunch salad.
The basil vinaigrette makes it taste anything but basic!
When in season, we recommend adding fresh chopped tomatoes for a spin on tabbouleh.
Serve over greens or make it into a sandwich for a healthy lunch.
Ali Redmond
The Mediterranean flavor profile works well here, but another mix will be just as simple and satisfying.
Don’t like the dressing that comes with the kit?
Use your favorite bottled dressing ormake your own.
If you’re able to’t find dried figs, try swapping in dried apricots.
Try mixing it up with different seasonal vegetables.
A quick tahini-lemon dressing adds nuttiness and brightness.
We love the crunch of the sunflower seeds and the unexpected flavor of roasted peppers.
Whisk together the simple tahini sauce while the other ingredients cook.
Skip the frozen falafel andmake your own.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Chopped Power Salad with Chicken
Enjoy this filling and colorful salad for lunch or dinner.
Add sliced chicken for added protein.
Kelsey Hansen
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Adam Albright
Jason Donnelly
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf
