Explore our colorful salad recipes. Salads are one of the easiest solutions to eating Mediterranean inspired vegetables, fruits, grains, and lean proteins.
Who doesn’t love a bread salad? A Chopped Salad? Fattoush is a Middle Eastern Bread salad that is made from toasted pita and a combination of chopped vegetables and herbs with a delicious sumac dressing. If you do not have sumac you can substitute lemon zest instead....
In this tasty rendition of shrimp scampi, zucchini noodles have been swapped for regular pasta to boost nutrition and lower calories. This dish is light and refreshing, making it the perfect summer lunch or dinner. Zucchini is a terrific source of antioxidants as well...
This is a classic flavor combination that never gets old! Beets are an incredibly nutritious root vegetable. They contain nutrients including folate, manganese, potassium, and magnesium. They also contain nitrates, which may help lower blood pressure and promote heart...
This recipe was inspired by a classic Southern Living recipe, but we lightened it up by using less oil and cheese. We promise the flavor is still amazing thanks to the combination of a few of our favorite summer fruits and veggies - peaches and tomatoes. It comes...
Strawberries and tomatoes are an unexpected yet super flavorful combination in this refreshing summer salad adapted from Cooking Light! Not only do strawberries and tomatoes add a pop of flavor but they also add a lot of inflammation-fighting antioxidants to this...
This warm brussels sprout and pear salad is bursting with fall flavors! This would make a great side at Thanksgiving or any special holiday meal. Brussel sprouts are rich in antioxidants which can help prevent cancer and reduce inflammation within the body. Pears...
This is a favorite fall dish that is packed with nutrients and flavor. The lentils and cauliflower in this dish provide a great source of fiber and protein while the mushrooms add a healthy dose of micronutrients and antioxidants. Incorporating more meatless meals...
Who doesn't love a classic Waldorf salad? This lightened up version is bursting with flavor and good-for-you nutrients. We replaced the mayonnaise with plain greek yogurt to add protein and creaminess. Barley is an ancient grain full of fiber and some protein. Walnuts...
Adapted from the "Mediterranean Cooking" cookbook, this salad is bright, colorful, and super flavorful. It tastes as good as it looks! To save time, we like buying pre-steamed and peeled beets. Beets are a great source of iron, potassium, folic acid, and fiber. Beets...
This recipe is adapted from a favorite by Giada De Laurentiis. We added tomatoes for additional nutrients. Tomatoes provide lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has anticancer and antioxidant properties. Tomatoes are also a water-rich vegetable so can help you meet...
This checklist provides the exact first steps to take to transition to the Mediterranean Diet.
"*" indicates required fields
*By providing your email you agree to be added to our newsletter with more tips and updates.