Greek Sheet Pan Chicken
We like simple “fix it and forget it” types of recipes, because it truly makes eating healthy that much easier! This Greek Sheet Pan Chicken is a go-to for that very reason. It’s a simple, easy-to-make recipe, and best of all the clean up is a...
Farro Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
One of the biggest misconceptions about healthy eating is that it is bland or boring. In order to bring you exciting new recipes, such as these Farro Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms, we like to experiment with new grains, and farro is quickly becoming one of our...
Crockpot Low Carb Beef Stew
Who doesn’t love a crockpot recipe? Our Crockpot Low Carb Beef Stew is a lighter take on the traditional versions and loaded with vegetables. It fills the house with wonderful aromas and basically does all of the work for you! Whenever it’s my husbands turn to...
Grecian Tacos
Everyone loves a good taco, so why not skip the traditional versions and give our Grecian Tacos a try? We’ve found that one easy way to start incorporating heart-healthy recipes into our everyday diet is to tweak some of our favorite recipes to suit our...
Youvarlakia (Greek Meatball Soup)
These chilly winter nights call for some hearty soup recipes, and we have the perfect one for you! We’ve put a heart-healthy twist on Youvarlakia, a traditional Greek meatball soup. Youvarlakia is traditionally made with beef, but in this version, we’re making it with...
Spicy Cocoa Chili
This vegan Spicy Cocoa Chili is packed with veggies and beans and the best part, cocoa! Where are the chocolate lovers at?! It’s got just the right amount of heat to warm you up on those cold winter days & nights. You really can’t go wrong when creating this...
Greek Salmon Salad
As the new year begins, many of us promise to commit to a healthy diet. During the holidays it’s very easy to indulge in many of the foods we’ve tried to avoid eating while on our heart-healthy diet. Don’t beat yourself up about the things you ate; the new...
Cheesy Cranberry Quinoa
In our house, we’ve done a good job of cutting back on red meat, which means we’ve been incorporating other sources of protein into our diet. One of our new go-to ingredients is quinoa, a little seed with which you might be familiar. What’s great...
Roasted butternut squash soup
As the temperatures begin to drop, make our recipe for roasted butternut squash soup! This soup gives us a warm and cozy feeling. A soup recipe that is so surprisingly healthy, too. Low in calories, super high in flavor and made with only a few ingredients! It’s...
Turkey Soup
After you have enjoyed your delicious carved turkey, save those bones from the carcass to make a delicious turkey soup. Pair a big bowl of this Turkey Soup with a salad and boom…dinner is served! If you’re like us and have a full weekend of Thanksgiving...
Arakas Kokinistos (Greek Peas)
Arakas Kokinistos (Greek Peas) are sweet and tender peas that have been simmering in a yummy herb and tomato sauce. This recipe falls under the category of lathero, which means cooking vegetables in olive oil, and it doesn’t get any better than that! Peas are normally...
Creamy Mushroom Soup
Are you craving a creamy, comforting and healthy soup for dinner tonight? Look no further than this super simple Creamy Mushroom Soup! Now, how can a creamy soup be healthy? Isn’t that kind of soup usually loaded with heavy cream, butter, and whole milk? Yes it...
Mediterranean Quesadillas
Looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner? Try our Mediterranean Quesadillas! It’s the perfect dish for when you have leftover chicken and not a lot of time to start dinner from scratch! Another time-saving option would be using ready-made rotisserie...
Turkey Chili
Feeling that chill in the air that comes with the fall season? This healthy Turkey Chili recipe is hearty, tasty, thick, easy to throw together. It’s a favorite in our house! Whether its dinner served after a day of apple picking, visiting the pumpkin patch,...
Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach & Rice)
Looking for a simple, healthy, quick and delicious weeknight meal? Spanakorizo (spinach & rice) is an authentic, traditional Greek meal consisting of just a few ingredients. This dish is very popular in Greece as it incorporates low-cost ingredients, easy...
Turkey Keftedes
On our path to lead a more heart-healthy lifestyle, we knew we needed to eliminate most red meat from our diet. At first, this was harder than we thought because there are so many traditional Greek recipes that contain red meats. So we had to be creative and think of...
Grecian Pasta
Grecian Pasta a nice light weeknight dish using pasta, fresh vegetables and a lemon vinaigrette. Looking for that perfect meatless Monday dish? Look no further than this Grecian Pasta! It’s an easy, quick meal to put together for those hectic weeknights. It’s...
Yemista – Greek Stuffed Tomatoes & Peppers
Yemista is a traditional dish of stuffed tomatoes and peppers. Yemista means “stuffed” in Greek and this recipe can be used with a variety of vegetables. Today we are using my mother’s recipe ( which was her mother’s recipe, my Yiayia) and are...
Fish Plaki (Oven Baked Fish)
Fish Plaki (oven-baked fish), is a deliciously, flavorful Greek-style fish baked in the oven with tomatoes and onions. Fish plays such an important role in the Mediterranean diet and in the diet of those who live in Greece. When we visit Greece, whether dining with...
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