Stocking up on these freezer staples will help get a Mediterranean-inspired dinner on the table in minutes!
These three pillars helpcentenarianslive well into their prime!
Another bonus is the Mediterranean diet can be personalized to fit virtually any lifestyle.
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Get your grocery list ready so you might add these dietitian-recommended staples to your market haul this week!
Avocados
Is there anything more disappointing than cutting into a beautiful avocado and discovering itsbrown inside?
Plus, theyre convenient, versatile and help cut down on food waste while supporting a balanced Med-inspired diet.
Technically, avocados arent part of a classic Mediterranean diet.
Carrots
Frozen carrots are another favorite of Hemlers.
Frozen carrots are an unsung hero.
Plus, theyve got apretty stellar nutrient profileto boot.
A 1-cup serving of frozen carrots has just 60 calories and a whopping 5 grams of filling fiber.
Carrots also contain lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants that are important foreye health.
Try It:20 Carrot Recipes Youll Want To Make Forever
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Farro
Whole grains are a staple in the Mediterranean diet, and were not just talking about oats!
This is where a frozen version, typically mixed with veggies, comes in.
Raspberries
Raspberries are another winner in the frozen food category.
Fresh can grow mold in the blink of an eye.
Both Hemler and Blake recommend addingfrozen salmonto your weekly meal plan.
Eating seafood as a protein source is recommended at least twice a week on the Mediterranean diet.
Look to frozen veggies, like zucchini, to fill this void, says Blake.
Plus, it packs a solid nutrient profile for relatively few calories.
A 1.5-cup serving contains just 40 calories and an impressive 3 grams of fiber and 3 grams of protein.
New to the Mediterranean diet?
Check out our7-Day Mediterranean Meal Plan for Beginners.
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