Nuts, seeds and olive oil are integral components of the Greek Mediterranean diet, with a long tradition and high nutritional…
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Meat, Poultry and Eggs in the Mediterranean Diet
The traditional Greek Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest and most balanced diets in the world. Meat has a…
Fish and Seafood in the Mediterranean Diet
Due to its geographical location, a variety of fish and seafood have become integral to Greek cuisine. Fish such as…
Dairy products in the Mediterranean Diet
Dairy products, especially yogurt and cheese, have a prominent place in Greek cuisine. In fact, Greece has a long tradition…
Legumes in the Mediterranean Diet
Legumes are plants and plant seeds in the family Fabaceae, which includes beans, lentils, chickpeas and broad beans. Legumes are…
Pasta
From Limnos and Helmos to Crete, the Dodecanese and Mani, almost every corner of Greece has its own traditional pasta…
Cheeses
Kalathaki of Limnos, Katiki of Domokos, Graviera of Naxos, Metsovone, San Michali, Xygalo of Siteia, Manouri and, naturally, the queen…





