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    Home » Round Ups

    30 Best Mediterranean Recipes

    Published: Mar 8, 2023 Modified: Mar 8, 2023 by Abigail This post may contain affiliate links.

    The Mediterranean Diet is one of the best diets to follow for anyone wanting a healthy switch. It is delicious and filled with nutritious elements, such as heart-healthy fats, whole grains, nuts, fruits, and vegetables. This diet has no restrictions, although refined sugar and other processed foods should be in limited consumption. Scientific studies have shown that following the Mediterranean diet can lower one’s risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke while also aiding in weight loss.

    Would you like to get started on the Mediterranean diet? This collection of recipes will help you reap its potential health benefits.

    1. Lentil Salad with Tuna

    Lentil salad with tuna on a bowl

    Photo credit: Karen Kelly

    This Lentil Salad with Tuna packs a protein punch that will keep you satisfied until dinner! It's full of Spring goodies like carrots and kale. Dress it with a simple lemon and olive oil dressing and you are good to go. (gluten free) Get the recipe.

    2. Copycat Panera Bread 10 Vegetable Soup

    10 vegetable soup with bread

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    This Copycat Panera Bread 10 Vegetable Soup is comforting, spicy, and loaded with vegetables. It's easy to make in around thirty minutes, and I've made it gluten free! Bring on the comfort food. Get the recipe.

    3. Fish Taco Grain Bowl

    fish taco grain bowl

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    Take your favorite fish taco recipe and put it into a bowl. This Fish Taco Grain Bowl is layered with quinoa, flaky white fish, red cabbage, avocado, and tomatoes. It's hearty, satisfying, and oh so healthy. (gluten free, dairy free) Get the recipe.

    4. Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Egg, Tomatoes and Avocado

    Quinoa breakfast bowl with avocado, tomatoes, and egg

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    This Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Egg, Tomatoes and Avocado will start your day with tons of protein. You will be full until lunch for sure. Get the recipe.

    5. Quinoa with Zucchini and Tomatoes

    quinoa salad with tomatoes

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    This Quinoa with Zucchini and Tomatoes is the perfect way to celebrate seasonal summer produce. Sauteing the zucchini first gives it a nice smoky flavor. Make it on Sunday and eat healthy all week! (gluten free) Get the recipe.

    6. Quinoa Salad with Greens

    quinoa salad with greens

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    This Quinoa Salad with Greens is packed with healthy goodness like zucchini, cucumbers, greens, and almonds. You will love how easy it is to make! (gluten free) Get the recipe. 

    7. Broccolini and Quinoa Salad with Creamy Tahini Dressing

    Broccolini and quinoa salad on a plate

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    This Broccolini and Quinoa Salad with Tahini Dressing is bursting with delicious flavors. It makes the perfect addition to your lunch or as a side dish for dinner. Get the recipe. 

    8. Quinoa and Rice Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

    Quinoa and rice stuffed sweet potato

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    These Quinoa and Rice Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are jam-packed with all the good stuff you need to nourish your body. They are super satisfying and nutritious. (gluten free, vegan, dairy free) Get the recipe. 

    9. Berry Peach Smoothie Bowl

    berry peach smoothie bowl

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    This simple Berry Peach Smoothie Bowl will get your day started right! It's sweet, creamy and full of beneficial fruits. Hello, summer in a bowl. Get the recipe. 

    10. Turmeric Salmon and Couscous

    turmeric salmon and couscous in a pan

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    This Turmeric Salmon and Couscous skillet takes only a few ingredients to make on a weeknight but is seasonal and tasty enough for company. Loaded with good-for-you ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes! Get the recipe.

    11. Baked Salmon with Black Rice

    baked salmon with black rice in a bowl

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    Baked Salmon with Black Rice can be baked in the oven and ready in half an hour. It's full of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. (gluten free) Get the recipe. 

    12. Black Rice and Spinach Salad

    black rice and spinach salad

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    This healthy Black Rice and Spinach Salad is full of fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins. Treat yourself to this gluten free power salad - you deserve it! Get the recipe.

    13. Instant Pot Lentil Soup

    instant pot lentil soup with a spoon

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    This Instant Pot Lentil Soup tastes like it's been cooking all day but only takes minutes to prepare. It's loaded with protein and greens and perfect for those cold winter nights. (gluten free) Get the recipe.

    14. Skinny Roasted Cod with Tomatoes

    roasted cod with tomatoes

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    Skinny Roasted Cod With Tomatoes is a huge weeknight win. The fish is mild, tender and flavorful and the roasted tomatoes give it a natural sweetness. Get the recipe.

    15. Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes

    skillet tilapia with tomatoes

    Photo credit: Karen Kelly

    Quick, easy, and full of healthy veggies, this Skillet Tilapia with Tomatoes is a great recipe for a busy night. It takes only about 30 minutes so you can spend more time enjoying this dish. (gluten free, paleo, whole 30) Get the recipe.

    16. Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

    Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

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    This easy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a cinch to make, and it's packed with flavor. Using lots of herbs really fills it with seasonal goodness. Chickpeas are such a versatile ingredient, if you don't use them in your cooking, it's time to give this legume a try. I like it because this salad holds up when stored in the refrigerator for a few days. It's perfect for weekly meal prep! Get the recipe.

    17. Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens

    Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens

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    Try this hearty, healthy Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens. It's packed with nutritious vegetables and sprinkled with spices to liven it up. It's a filling meal that can be prepped on Sunday and eaten all week! This Mediterranean Skillet Chicken with Greens is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. The greens in this actually taste good, and you will want to eat them! (gluten-free, keto) Get the recipe.

    18. Quinoa Tabbouleh With Kale

    Quinoa Tabbouleh With Kale

    Photo Credit; Karen Kelly.

    This Quinoa Tabbouleh with Kale is full of fresh seasonal goodness. Add cucumbers, tomatoes, lots of parsley and a fresh lemon dressing. I like quinoa because it's the perfect healthy base for any meal. It's gluten-free, protein-rich, and pairs well with just about any vegetable. Clean eating at its best. (gluten-free) Get the recipe.

    19. Greek Quinoa Salad

    Greek Quinoa Salad

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    Packed with plant-based protein, this Greek Quinoa Salad will keep your energy levels high all day. Pack a big batch in containers for meals throughout the week. Quinoa is the perfect blank slate because it is versatile enough to go with any ingredients. It has a very mild flavor that works well with just about any toppings, sweet or savory. (gluten free) Get the recipe.

    20. Greek Zucchini Noodle Salad

    Greek Zucchini Noodle Salad

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    Embrace zucchini season with this healthy Greek Zucchini Noodle Salad. It's fresh and full of flavor with a light Greek dressing. And I want this Greek Zucchini Noodle Salad over and over again! I think you'll be surprised by how these delicious noodles made out of zucchini can be. They really absorb the Greek dressing and hold a lot of flavor. (low carb, gluten free, keto) Get the recipe.

    21. Slow Cooker Chicken with Olives and Peppers

    Slow Cooker Chicken with Olives and Peppers

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    Slow Cooker Chicken with Olives and Peppers is a set it and forget it weeknight dinner the whole family will love. The chicken gets so tender and the sauce is full of salty flavor from the olives. It is so easy to throw in the slow cooker in the morning and not think about it again until you get home. I like to add the red peppers at the last minute so they don't get too tender. (gluten free) Get the recipe.

    22. Cheesy Quinoa With Meatballs

    Cheesy Quinoa With Meatballs

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    This quick Cheesy Quinoa with Meatballs uses prepared meatballs for an easy shortcut. The kids will love all the cheese and you'll love that it's packed with proteins and that it's gluten free. It's the perfect combo of salty and cheesy with that bottom layer of quinoa which goes with everything. Get the recipe.

    23. Chicken Gyro Bowl with Rice

    Chicken Gyro Bowl with Rice

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    This Chicken Gyro Bowl with Rice is packed with so much wholesome goodness, and it's great for dinner, meal prep, or lunches. Using SEEDS OF CHANGE™️ Quinoa & Brown Rice with Garlic makes it super fast. This Quinoa and Brown Rice with Garlic is so delicious and it's ready in 90 seconds. Yes, that's what I said. 90 seconds. (gluten free) Get the recipe.

    24. Grilled Chicken Souvlaki

    Grilled Chicken Souvlaki

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    Grilled Chicken Souvlaki is always a favorite grilled chicken at my house. The marinade makes the most tender, moist and flavorful chicken. This chicken is gluten-free and easy to prepare. Marinating this Greek Chicken Souvlaki keeps it moist and tender. (keto, gluten free, whole30, paleo) Get the recipe.

    25. Gluten Free Pasta Salad

    Mediterranean Pasta Salad

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    This Gluten Free Pasta Salad will easily become your favorite summer side dish. It's full of summer's seasonal bounty, healthy and gluten-free. Bring it to your next barbecue and watch it disappear. The salad dressing is homemade with red wine vinegar, olive oil, lemon, and some Italian herbs de Provence. So delicious! I make a big batch, keep it in a Mason jar and use it on salads all week. Get the recipe.

    26. Skillet Chicken with Feta, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Olives

    Skillet Chicken with Feta, Sundried Tomatoes and Olives

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    This Skillet Chicken with Feta, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Olives is a quick and easy way to spice up your weeknight chicken. Topping the sautéed chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, feta and olives adds so much flavor. Get the recipe.

    27. Crostini with Scallops and Avocado

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    This Crostini with Scallops and Avocado is the perfect appetizer for all your holiday parties. The scallops are sauteed to perfection and placed on top of crunchy crostini spread with avocado. A drizzling of balsamic syrup really takes the flavor over the top. Get the recipe.

    28. Skinny Watermelon Feta Salad

    Skinny Watermelon Feta Salad

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    Skinny Watermelon Salad with Feta is the perfect potluck dish for summer barbecues and parties. It's bursting with refreshing, juicy watermelon, fresh lime juice, and salty feta cheese with a hint of fresh mint. If you're looking for the perfect dish to cool you down and fill you up on a hot summer day, this chilled watermelon salad with feta absolutely must be on your menu. Get the recipe.

    29. Grilled Tomato Salad With Feta and Basil

    Grilled Tomato Salad With Basil

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    This Grilled Tomato Salad with Feta and Basil is bursting with summer flavor. Serve with grilled chicken or fish for a perfect summer dinner. This was an heirloom mix with yellow, red, and black cherry tomatoes. Adding the salty feta and the spicy, sweet basil, and you have a hit. (gluten-free) Get the recipe.

    30. Skinny Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    Skinny Cucumber and Tomato Salad

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    This Skinny Cucumber and Tomato Salad is a healthy, easy-to-prepare option for busy summer days. It stays fresh in the fridge for up to four days and is super light, gluten-free and healthy. It's full of fresh, crunchy vegetables and protein-filled black beans. Get the recipe.

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