There's so much to love about Mediterranean cuisine: fresh vegetables, tons of herbs, and ample amounts of protein for satisfaction. These healthy Mediterranean recipes, including chicken, lamb, and beef dishes, prove that eating well doesn't have to be boring.
Greek Chicken Skillet
One pan, zero problems. This Mediterranean diet dinner recipe can be marinated and frozen up to 3 months in advance. Then, all that's left to do is pour the chicken mixture into a skillet and simmer, adding orzo, Brussels sprouts, and olives to finish.
Air-Fryer Scallops with Lemon-Herb Sauce
Seafood is central to many healthy Mediterranean recipes, including this tasty and fast scallop dish. Since it cooks quickly via convection in your air fryer, it can be on the table in a mere 20 minutes. Drizzle with a sauce of parsley, capers, and garlic, and serve with a whole-grain baguette, if desired, to soak up any extra drops.
Falafel Fattoush
No best healthy Mediterranean recipe roundup would be complete without falafel. In this craveable main dish salad, we take the seasonings and ingredients found in chickpea bites (chickpeas, parsley, sumac, coriander, and cumin) and toss them all with crunchy pita chips and romaine. Tahini, lemon juice, water, and salt are all it takes to create the luscious, nutty dressing.
Greek Lamb Wraps
Lamb isn't just for special occasions. In fact, the protein-packed lean meat is a regular part of the Mediterranean diet along with fresh produce. Our veggie-packed Greek salad wrap sandwich invites you to eat tender, slow-cooked lamb as part of a healthy, fresh Mediterranean dish that's an entire meal in one handheld package.
Italian Roasted Chicken and Veggie Toss
Salads need not be raw. For this dish, roasted veggies give a satisfying caramelized quality; it's one of our best healthy Mediterranean recipes for those who prefer to eat lower-carb. A simple dressing of vinegar, Italian seasoning, and oil is all you need to round out the flavors.
Pesto-Prosciutto Flatbread
This flatbread recipe starts with homemade dough, but don't stress if you don't have time (or a food processor) to make it. You can use purchased pizza dough or flatbread as the base of this easy Mediterranean diet recipe for beginners. Jazz up either base with sun-dried tomato pesto, arugula, and just a hint of meat for a savory element and protein boost. The result: easy, cheesy, and just 352 calories per serving!
Mediterranean Tuna Salad with Olive Dressing
If you're in the mood for a Mediterranean fish recipe, this easy tuna salad is the perfect choice for dinner tonight. Think of it like a Greek twist on the classic French niçoise salad. New potatoes and green beans make a vitamin-rich addition, while green olives and olive oil make a punchy dressing.
Moroccan Chicken Stew
Healthy Mediterranean recipes rely on smaller amounts of meat than typical American-size portions, but they still pack in a satisfying amount. Case in point: this fiber-filled Moroccan chicken stew. Each serving of the stove-top recipe has just 2½ ounces of meat but 24 grams of appetite-taming protein, thanks to the chickpeas and couscous.
Greek Quinoa and Avocado Salad
A little tired of avocado toast but still a fan of all the healthy fats in the popular produce pick? Try this cheap Mediterranean masterpiece that features whole grains, veggies, and feta cheese. For a more entrée-style salad recipe, add just an ounce or two of chicken or seafood.
Herbed Chicken, Orzo, and Zucchini
Sticking to a Mediterranean food plan is easy when dinner takes only 20 minutes. That's all you need to sauté dill-seasoned chicken and thinly sliced zucchini. Serve with orzo for a hearty Mediterranean feast.
Herbed Salmon
With dozens of five-star ratings, this healthy Mediterranean recipe for salmon has one BH&G home cook raving, "This is my go-to salmon recipe. Even my husband, who isn't a fish-lover, likes it!" To make it yourself, use traditional Greek seasonings (dill, lemon, and tarragon, in this case) to dress up a salmon fillet for searing and roasting.
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