Elena Paravantes, MS, RDN is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist by the U.S. Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). She is an expert on the Mediterranean Diet. She has been active as a clinician, consultant, author and lecturer for 20 years, both in the U.S. and Greece. An expert on the Greek Mediterranean Diet, her interviews and…
I always recommend visiting the Agafay desert for those who don’t have time to go to the Sahara desert or those who don’t like long car trips. Getting to the Agafay desert in Morocco is much easier and less tiring. It still offers a great desert experience and will leave you with unforgettable memories you…
A super healthy, colourful and absolutely delicious Greek chickpea salad made with chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives, feta cheese and a homemade Greek dressing! The perfect side dish for grilled meats or as a light and satisfying vegetarian meal! What is Greek Chickpea Salad Greek Chickpea Salad is a refreshing salad made with chickpeas, cucumbers,…
Nothing says summer like potato salad, and this “no mayo” creamy potato salad is no exception. It’s filled with flavors, made with simple heart-healthy ingredients, and all done in about 30 minutes. Serve it as a side dish next to some pan-grilled fish for a healthy and delicious meal. To make this recipe, I used…
There are plenty of Marrakech day tours and trips to take when visiting Morocco’s red city. I always recommend these day tours to my clients when they are short on time but who would still like to explore what the Marrakech region offers. They often come back inspired and grounded, thankful to have embarked on…
All you need to take your chicken to the next level is a simple yet full of Mediterranean flavours marinade! And I have just the perfect Greek marinade for chicken for you to try! It takes just a few minutes to create and adds tons of flavor to any type of chicken. You can easily…
Elena Paravantes, MS, RDN is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist by the U.S. Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). She is an expert on the Mediterranean Diet. She has been active as a clinician, consultant, author and lecturer for 20 years, both in the U.S. and Greece. An expert on the Greek Mediterranean Diet, her interviews and…
Winter can be a hard time to lose weight (but it doesn’t have to be) For many of us, winter is a time to eat more comfort foods and to stay indoors. This can mean overeating, not moving and, in the end, gaining weight. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be that way. If you are…
This recipe for garlic lemon chicken and potatoes is known as Djj in sweet potato bilon in Arabic. It’s a traditional Lebanese recipe for baked chicken and potatoes. The bone-in chicken is rubbed with Lebanese seven-spice seasoning and baked with the fried potatoes until golden brown and deliciously tender. But the best part of this…
30 Minute Meals: Quick and Easy Mediterranean Diet Recipes After a long day, the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen. That’s where 30 minute meals come to the rescue! The Mediterranean Diet is known for its fresh, flavorful, and heart-healthy meals, and the best part? You don’t need to…
