22 Effortless Mediterranean Diet Recipes You Need To Try This Spring
Spring is the perfect time to switch up your routine and dive into the Mediterranean diet. With its emphasis on fresh ingredients and simple preparation, this diet is both delicious and healthy. Don’t miss out on these 22 effortless...
Spring is the perfect time to switch up your routine and dive into the Mediterranean diet. With its emphasis on fresh ingredients and simple preparation, this diet is both delicious and healthy. Don’t miss out on these 22 effortless and mouth-watering recipes that will take your taste buds on a culinary journey. Get ready to embark on a new culinary adventure and discover the delights of Mediterranean fare this season!
Cheeseless Pizza
Image credit: My Pure Plants.This easy cheeseless pizza recipe puts a fun and nutritious twist on traditional pizza and is a meal the whole family will love! In just 30 minutes or less, you will have a delicious veggie- and flavor-packed pizza without the dairy. It is the perfect answer to a quick, family-friendly meal!
Recipe: cheeseless pizza
Spaghetti Bolognese
Enjoy a healthier twist on the classic bolognese with this quick and easy dinner. Packed with nutrients and flavor, this is a delicious and guilt-free option for any pasta lover.
Recipe: spaghetti bolognese
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Image Credit: Piping Pot Curry.Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a delicious and healthy soup made with tender chicken, lots of veggies, and orzo pasta. A perfect cozy, comforting, and nutritious meal for the cold weather!
Recipe: chicken orzo soup
Tofu Bolognese
Image Credit: My Pure Plants.It is an easy recipe to make the classic Italian delight vegan. Our tofu bolognese is a 30-minute recipe that combines ingredients like rich tomato sauce, crumbled tofu, finely chopped veggies, and aromatic herbs and spices for a wholesome meal.
Recipe: tofu bolognese
Minestrone Soup
Image credit: My Pure Plants.This minestrone soup is a comforting and hearty bowl of goodness. Loaded with vegetables, legumes, and pasta, it is a perfect meal in any season.
Recipe: minestrone soup
Red Pesto Tofu Pasta
This tofu pesto pasta dish is a flavor-packed and healthy alternative to traditional pasta dishes. The savory red pesto, made with sun-dried tomatoes, complements the crispy fried tofu and pasta perfectly, making it a must-try for anyone looking to add some variety to their dinner rotation.
Recipe: red pesto tofu pasta
10-min Marinara Sauce
This chunky marinara sauce is a delicious and easy way to add fresh and nutritious ingredients to your favorite pasta dishes. With simple ingredients like chopped tomatoes, fragrant basil, and savory onion and garlic, this sauce is full of flavor and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Recipe: marinara sauce
Hummus Without Tahini
Image credit: My Pure Plants.This sunflower seed hummus recipe is hands down the best hummus without tahini out there. We didn’t just settle for a basic chickpea puree because we discovered the perfect substitute: roasted sunflower seeds or sunflower butter.
Recipe: hummus without tahini
Watermelon Gazpacho
Image credit: My Pure Plants.This watermelon soup is a cold, refreshing, and sweet-savory summer soup that is prepared in gazpacho style. It means blended raw without straining and serve chilled. This soup will surely cool you down on a hot summer day.
Recipe: watermelon gazpacho
Mediterranean Grazing Board
Image credit: My Pure Plants.A grazing board is the perfect combination of aesthetics and taste. With a variety of dips, crunchy breadsticks, pickled onions, and soft pita bread, it’s a delicious Mediterranean feast that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Recipe: Mediterranean Grazing Board
One-Pot Ratatouille
This is the best French summer vegetable stew that you can stir up in one pot within 30 minutes. I say to stir up because the traditional ratatouille is cooked on a stovetop and not baked.
Recipe: ratatouille
Vegetable Moussaka
Image credit: My Pure Plants.This moussaka recipe features layers of tender roasted eggplant slices, a rich tomato-based ragu sauce made with meatless ground meat, and a velvety creamy white bechamel sauce that is baked to perfection. It’s a hearty and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish that is sure to impress.
Recipe: moussaka
La Ribollita
La Ribollita is a hearty, nourishing soup originating from Tuscany made with beans and kale. You’ll love how easy it is to make and how perfect this soup is for leftovers – it tastes better and better each day!
Recipe here: ribollita
The Best Gluten-free Pizza
Image credit: My Pure Plants.Make it a fun pizza night at home with the family with this easy-to-make, light, and airy Neapolitan gluten-free pizza crust. Made with six simple ingredients and baked to perfection, this tender and crunchy crust is so good, your guests will think it came from an Italian restaurant in Naples!
Recipe: gluten free pizza
Vegetable Gyros
These gyros made with shredded oyster mushrooms have the perfect texture and taste, making them the best option for a filling meal. The crispy gyro meat pairs well with fresh vegetables and homemade tzatziki sauce, all wrapped up in a pita pocket.
Recipe: gyros
Pepperoni Pizza
Image credit: My Pure Plants.Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make pepperoni pizza is the perfect answer to a quick weeknight dinner. With just five simple ingredients, you will be on your way to enjoying this delicious pizzeria-style pizza in no time!
Recipe: pepperoni pizza
Shawarma Buddha Bowl
Image credit: My Pure Plants.The Shawarma Buddha Bowl with cauliflower offers a delicious and healthy twist on the traditional Middle Eastern dish. The roasted cauliflower adds a flavorful and satisfying element to the bowl, complementing the vibrant assortment of vegetables and grains.
Recipe: shawarma buddha bowl
Cabbage Lasagna
Vegan Cabbage LasagnaIndulge in a delicious and flavorful cabbage lasagna layered with meatless ground beef cooked in hearty marinara sauce and spinach cashew alfredo sauce, wrapped in sweet cabbage leaves. It’s a unique twist on a classic dish that will satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling satisfied.
Recipe: cabbage lasagna
Caramelized Carrot Pasta Sauce
This unique carrot pasta sauce is made by caramelizing root vegetables and combining them with tangy mustard, lemon juice, and creamy sour cream, resulting in a sweet and savory dish that is both filling and flavorful, and is sure to be a standout addition to any dinner table.
Recipe: carrot pasta sauce
Baked Butternut Squash Risotto
Image credit: My Pure Plants.If you want to give the risotto a try, you should check out this delicious butternut squash risotto recipe. It is easy to make as part of the job is done by the oven. It is aromatic, creamy, and rich, made with Arborio rice, sweet butternut squash, green peas, and roasted pine nuts.
Recipe: butternut squash risotto
Mediterranean Hummus Pizza
Image credit: My Pure Plants.Can you put hummus on pizza? Absolutely. Mediterranean ingredients like olives, feta cheese, cherry tomato, and fresh basil go perfectly with hummus pizza. You can try it now and make your regular pizza night a Mediterranean feast.
Recipe: hummus pizza
Sweet Potato Gnocchi
Image credit: My Pure Plants.Making gnocchi is super easy especially if you make them with sweet potatoes. No special ingredients are needed, only pantry staples.
Recipe: sweet potato gnocchi
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