I don’t know about you, but when I think about the Mediterranean, my mind immediately goes to a tall, tanned, gorgeous man (specifically Kostas from Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants). There’s just something in the water in Southern Europe, or rather, something in the food.
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If you’re looking for a heart-healthy meal plan, the Mediterranean diet hits the nail on the head. It emphasizes plant-based foods like fruits, veggies, and whole grains; herbs and spices to season food; fish and poultry; and replacing butter with healthy fats like olive oil. It’s a seriously delicious way to eat healthy, and even encourages drinking wine. Sign me up. Here are 15 meals to prep to start your week off the Mediterranean way.
1. Greek Fish Tacos
Source: Gimme Some Oven
2. Greek Shrimp Farro Bowl
3. One-Pot Greek Chicken with Lemon Rice
4. Mediterranean Quinoa Bowls with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Source: Pinch of Yum
5. Greek Turkey Gyro Meatball with Tzatziki
Source: Joyful Healthy Eats
6. Grilled Lemon Herb Mediterranean Chicken Salad
7. Classic Greek Salad
Source: Damn Delicious
8. Tuna Orzo Salad
Source: Chelsea’s Messy Apron
9. Tuscan Farro Soup
10. Greek Lemon Chicken Skewers with Tzatziki Sauce
Source: Recipe Runner
11. Orange Balsamic Lamb Chops
12. Mediterranean-Style Stuffed Peppers
13. Pan Seared Salmon
14. Greek Quesadillas
Source: Damn Delicious
15. Quinoa Stuffed Eggplant with Tahini Sauce
Source: Simply Quinoa
