This express recipe of zucchini with ground beef is an easy alternative to “dolma” (stuffed zucchini), and it saves the whole process of hollowing the vegetables out and then stuffing them. In this way we can have a quick dish which is still excellent. And even more, since it’s also without rice, it makes a good option for those who follow a low-carb or keto diet.
Tag: mediterranean diet
Mediterranean salad with smoked herring and potatoes
I learned this recipe in the Peloponnese. Herring is a widely consumed fish in Europe, mostly smoked or pickled, and it is common to find it in salads, accompanied by potatoes. But in Germany, Baltic or Nordic countries it is dressed manly with mayonnaise, cream, etc., which makes the salad heavier. On the other hand, this Mediterranean version is fresh and light, but very satiating and nutritious at the same time.
Stuffed courgette flowers (fiori di zucca ripieni)
This is another example of a very easy and tasty Mediterranean starter. Courgette flowers have a very delicate flavor and are usually cooked stuffed with rice in Greece and Turkey, or otherwise with fresh cheese in Italy.
Squid with onion and tomato
This simple and delicious recipe is an excellent source of protein and requires little work. In addition, it’s also healthier than other common recipes of squid, which usually involve breading and frying.
How to make mussels marinara in only 10 minutes
Fish and shellfish are great protagonists of the Mediterranean diet and are generally recommended within a healthy and balanced nutrition plan. Unfortunately, many people avoid them just because they don’t know how to prepare them. And yet, the recipes are usually very simple, since both generally require a short cooking time and few ingredients, like this recipe of “mussels marinara”.
How to prepare a sofrito that improves all your recipes
From Spain to the Middle East, almost any good recipe begins with a sofrito, namely vegetables cut in small pieces which are sautéed or stir-fried in oil. Therefore, it is worth reviewing the tips to get the most out of it and improve our preparations.
Traditional Spanish omelette and its healthy variations
This omelette is undoubtedly the most traditional dish in Spain, and as irrefutable proof of it, it’s also called “Spanish omelette”. Just eggs, potatoes, extra virgin olive oil and salt are only needed for this recipe, eventually also an onion if desired. Along its simplicity, few tricks are enough to obtain the best results in any of the versions here suggested.
Recipe of Spanish garlic prawns (“gambas al ajillo”)
Few minutes are enough to prepare one of the most emblematic tapas of Spain. The gambas (prawns or shrimp) are simply cooked briefly in olive oil with garlic and a chilli pepper, and topped with some chopped parsley.
How to make chicken gyros like in Greece
Gyros is the method of grilling meat arranged vertically on a rotating grill. It is the exact Greek equivalent and translation of the Turkish döner. But beyond the cooking method, the secret of the flavor of this chicken gyros lies in the spices and marinade.
Easy Mediterranean octopus stew with olives and balsamic
This recipe combines the octopus together with a magnificent accompaniment of Mediterranean flavors like balsamic, olives and vegetables. The preparation is not difficult at all and it’s only necessary to know some basic secrets about how to handle the octopus, which you can learn here.
