I’m a dietitian on the Mediterranean diet. After visiting Greece, I’m incorporating these 5 foods into my meals at home.
October 31, 20240
Starting my day with lots of color and fiber was great.
Lauren Manaker
I’d never considered eating salad at breakfast before this trip, but why not start the day with a bowl full of veggies?
Most Americans — at times, including myself — aren’t getting the recommended amount of vegetables or fiber. Having a serving with the first meal of the day puts me on the right track.
I’m excited to throw together more breakfast salads at home. The practice is easy enough to incorporate into my routine, and I like front-loading my day with nutrients.
Honey can go on pretty much anything.
I’m not a huge drinker, but a glass of wine with a meal is nice.
Lauren Manaker
I enjoyed small cups of wine with every dinner in Greece. I never got drunk — I’m not even sure it was a full serving — but the little taste was very enjoyable.
The Mediterranean diet emphasizes enjoying meals with others, and the addition of wine helped me and my friends linger a little longer around the dinner table.
I won’t be freely sipping my wine while binging Netflix alone at home. However, I’m definitely more open to having a small glass when dining with friends or family — or when I want to really savor a solo meal.
I can’t stop eating grilled sardines.
I have a new appreciation for grilled calamari.
Lauren Manaker
Fried calamari is delish, but I don’t like to make a habit of eating deep-fried foods too frequently.
In Greece, I was blown away by how delish grilled calamari was.
Luckily, it’s also simple to make. Toss the fresh squid in some herbs, garlic, lemon, and olive oil before briefly grilling.
