How Do You Get Mediterranean Diet Recipes?
Many diet-conscious people get confused about all the nutrition information floating around. If you’ve heard about the benefits of a Mediterranean diet but have no clue where to find recipes, here is how to get recipes for a Mediterranean diet. Go online or stop in at your local library. Do a search on Mediterranean produce, spices, and cultural foods. Make a list of the ones that are most popular in Mediterranean countries. Attend an international festival. Taste Greek, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Egyptian and Israeli cuisine. Ask about other Mediterranean countries as well. Notice the ingredients that tend to be used most often, in the majority of Mediterranean countries. Make a list of these and begin using these foods and spices one at a time. Fish, olives, extra virgin olive oil, anise, turmeric, dates, yogurt, curry, lamb, tomatoes, rice, artichokes, lemons, figs, almonds, raisins, garlic, onions–all of these are used in various Mediterranean dishes. Each has its own