The 30-Day Mediterranean Meal Plan and Cookbook

Unlock the secrets of the Mediterranean diet and discover a lifetime of health benefits with this beginner’s guide and cookbook, written by a registered dietician nutritionist.The Mediterranean diet has long been regarded as one of the healthiest eating patterns on the planet. Crowned the best diet in the world by U.S. News & World Report seven years in a row, no other diet beats it when it comes to supporting heart health, brain health, weight management, and the prevention of diabetes and other chronic disease. Emphasizing a balanced approach to nutrition, the importance of whole, unprocessed foods, moderation, social connections, and the enjoyment of fresh, plant-based meals, the Mediterranean diet is not only good for you but for your community and the planet. But knowing it’s the best diet around and knowing how to start following it are two different things. That’s where this book comes in.Written by Alexandria Zozos, a registered dietician nutritionist who comes from a Greek family and specializes in the Mediterranean diet, The 30-Day Mediterranean Meal Plan & Cookbook unveils the compelling research behind the reign of this sustainable, plant-forward diet and provides a simple, flexible blueprint so you can start following it—and reaping the incredible health and longevity benefits!—immediately. In the first part, Alexandria offers a 4-week plan to gradually introduce you to the diet. Each week features a complete 7-day meal plan and shopping guide for you to follow while introducing a different aspect of the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle, including the fundamentals of the diet, nutritional guidance, lifestyle and holistic health practices, and sustainability. The flexible meal plans include suggestions for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and desserts, so you can be assured you’ll find satisfaction (super important on the Mediterranean Diet!) while you explore the life-changing benefits of this way of eating. In the second part, Alexandria includes 80 simple recipes, from comforting family classics to nutritionally-optimized entrees, including:Mediterranean Granola with Hemp SeedsHerbed Olive Oil FocacciaYiayia’s famous stuffed peppersAvgolemono SoupVegetable Pasta e FagioliCrunchy Chickpea and Kale Salad with Tahini Garlic DressingRatatouille ProvençalSicilian-Inspired Eggplant ParmesanChicken Souvlaki & Veggie Skewers Tuscan “Butter” ShrimpSesame Tahini Cookies Citrus Olive Oil CakeAnd more!Brimming with practical advice, gorgeous photography, and enough clean, whole-food recipes to make anyone happy, The 30-Day Mediterranean Meal Plan & Cookbook includes everything you need to set yourself up for a lifetime of success with the world’s healthiest diet.

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