17 Low-Calorie Mediterranean Diet Dinners You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

Close Photo:Jacob Fox Jacob Fox From grain bowls and salads to pasta and shrimp, these delicious and easy dinners are packed with staple ingredients of theMediterranean diet, like fresh produce, whole grains and healthy fats. All containing 400 calories or less, these dinners will help you reach your nutritional goals and only take 30 minutes or less to make. Recipes like our Quinoa Salad with Feta, Olives & Tomatoes and Vegetarian Sushi Grain Bowl will have you enjoying one of thehealthiest eating patterns around....

January 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1448 words · Rebecca Gray

17 Low-Calorie Summer Dinners You Can Make on the Grill

Close There’s just something about food that’s been grilled—the charred grill marks with the bold, smoky flavor just can’t be beat. These delicious healthy grill recipes take advantage of summer being the perfect season for this kind of cooking—although we think any season is grilling season!Withno more than 575 calories per serving, these low-calorie meals can help you meet your nutritional goals. And because they’re loaded with veggies,whole grainsand protein, they keep you feeling full and satisfied....

January 18, 2025 · 10 min · 1984 words · Christina Webster

17 Low-Calorie Vegetarian Dinners You'll Want to Make This Summer

Close Photo: Jason Donnelly Keep your evening light and fresh with these seasonal dinners. Featuring bright summer flavors from ingredients like citrus, zucchini, eggplant and sweet corn, these meatless meals arelow in caloriesbut sure to satisfy your craving for something tasty. Recipes like our Grilled Halloumi & Summer Vegetable Tacos and Cheesy Spinach-Zucchini Lasagna are exactly the kind of healthy meals you’ll want to make on repeat this summer. 01of 17Summer Vegetable Gnocchi SaladView RecipeThis riff on pasta salad is best served warm while the gnocchi are nice and tender....

January 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1572 words · Tiffany Coleman

17 Low-Calorie, High-Protein Lunches for the Mediterranean Diet

Close Photo: Leigh Beisch Feel nourished and refreshed with these flavorful lunch recipes. Because each serving isunder 575 calorieswithat least 15 grams of protein, these dishes will leave you feeling satisfied and help you achieve your nutrition goals. Plus, if you’re looking to reap thehealth benefits of a Mediterranean diet, these meals are perfect for you. They’re packed with nutrient-dense ingredients that are embraced in the Mediterranean diet such asfish, vegetables, whole grains and dairy....

January 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1684 words · Kyle Mcdaniel

17 Low-Carb Recipes to Pack for a Picnic

Close Eat outside with these healthy, portable recipes appropriate for a picnic. Whether it’s a sandwich, side dish or dip that can be paired with veggies, these picnic recipes are low in carbohydrates. Recipes like Zucchini Noodle Pasta Salad and Fresh Fruit Salad are tasty and easy to pack in a basket for a fun meal.Each recipe contains14 grams or less of total carbohydratesper serving. These picnic-perfect low-carb meals can help support the goals you have with your chosen eating pattern....

January 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1377 words · Kelly Rowland

17 Low-Carb Snack Recipes to Help You Poop

Close Got digestion on the brain more than you’d like? Well, these low-carb snack recipes may help you out with that. With no more than14 grams of carbohydrates and at least 3 grams of fiber per serving, these snacks are refreshing and filling ways tohelp keep you regular. Plus, your gut will thank you after eating these tasty bites due togut-healthy ingredientslike beans, legumes and nuts. Recipes like our Almost Chipotle’s Guacamole and Toasted Paprika Chickpeas are flavorful and satisfying....

January 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1417 words · Christopher Webster

17 Low-Carb, High-Protein Dinners for Fall

Close Fall is officially here, and it’s the perfect time of year to turn on your oven or stove for these toasty dinner recipes. Withat least 15 grams of protein per serving, these dinners are filling options for chilly nights. Adequate protein intake is important for various body functions, includingmuscle growth, healthy digestion, healthy immune functionand more. And with15 grams of carbohydrates or less per serving, these recipes can help you follow alow-carb eating patternwhile reaping the benefits of a high-protein dish....

January 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1436 words · Garrett Butler

17 Low-Carb, High-Protein Lunch Recipes for Winter

Close Amp up your midday meal with one of these nutritious lunch recipes. Highlighting seasonal ingredients like cabbage, celery, lemons and onions, these afternoon meals are well-suited for the winter months. Plus, with no more than 14 grams of carbohydrates and at least15 grams of proteinper serving, these dishes are light yet satisfying choices to keep you energized. Recipes like our Tuna Salad with Egg and Turkey & Cheddar Lettuce Wraps are great additions to your lunch routine....

January 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1668 words · Brandon Carroll

17 Low-Carb, High-Protein Mediterranean Diet Dinner Recipes

Close Photo: Photographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey Bulat According to theU.S. News & World Report, the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest eating patterns in the world. Packed with lots of nutritious foods likeseafood, whole grains, legumes and fermented condiments, these dinner recipes align with the Mediterranean diet to support your body infighting symptoms of inflammation and chronic diseaseslike cardiovascular disease or diabetes....

January 18, 2025 · 10 min · 2108 words · Gregory Stein

17 Low-Carb, High-Protein Sheet-Pan Dinners

Close Photo: Ali Redmond Grab your sheet pan and whip up one of these easy oven-roasted recipes. These delicious dinners are packed with protein (at least 15 gramsper serving) and are low in carbohydrates (no more than 14 gramsper serving) so they’re light yet satisfying choices for any night of the week. Recipes like our Sheet-Pan Lemon-Garlic Salmon with Delicata & Kale and Pesto Chicken Bake are nutritious, tasty and filling evening meals that are packed with flavor and can help you meet your goals....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1714 words · Diane Kirk

17 Low-Sodium Snack Recipes That Use Nuts

Close Be sure to stock up on someunsalted nutsand nut butters for these irresistible snack recipes. From energy balls and bars to muffins, these snacks highlight delicious almonds, pecans, pistachios and more. Plus, each serving has no more than240 milligrams of sodiumto meet the American Heart Association’s recommendations for a low-sodium diet, which can help combatsymptoms of excessive salt intakelike bloating, constipation and frequent headaches. Recipes like our Almond-Date Bars and Maple-Pecan Energy Balls are nutritious, flavorful and help you feel your best....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1805 words · Elizabeth Baker

17 Mediterranean Diet Breakfasts for Beginners

Close Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn If you are searching for Mediterranean diet breakfast ideas, look no further! Start your mornings with these fiber-rich and nutritious recipes. The Mediterranean diet focuses on ingredients like whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables, which are easily incorporated into breakfast recipes. Whether you are in the mood for quick, cozy oatmeal or satisfying frittatas stuffed with veggies, you will find them here....

January 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1421 words · Rebecca Mccoy

17 Mediterranean Diet Lunches with No Added Sugar

Close TheMediterranean dietis one of thehealthiest eating patternsaround, and it’s incredibly easy to follow. These lunches are proof: they are easy to prep ahead of time or make quickly when you’re on-the-go. Not only that, but you also won’t find anyadded sugarin these midday meals, making them healthy options that will help you have sustained energy and keep you feeling your best. Recipes like our Chile-Spiced Chickpea Salad and Red Lentil Soup with Saffron are nutritious choices...

January 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1559 words · Dr. Manuel Matthews MD

17 Mediterranean Diet Skillet Dinners for Fall

Close Combine ingredients like veggies, whole grains, seafood, poultry and legumes in a skillet for a balanced dinner that’s well-suited for theMediterranean diet. One of thehealthiest eating patternsaround, the Mediterranean diet focuses on whole foods and can help manage blood sugar levels, lower risk of chronic disease and reduce inflammation. Plus, these dishes focus on cozy fall favorites, like creamy pastas, hearty roasted vegetables and saucy casseroles that can help you stay warm as the weather cools....

January 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1648 words · Joseph Williams

17 Mediterranean Diet Soups for Fall

Close Photo: Antonis Achilleos Soup season is coming up quickly, making it the perfect time to try one of these fall soups! These dishes are packed with veggies like celery, sweet potatoes, carrots and kale to help you enjoy the flavors of the season. Plus, each recipe aligns with theMediterranean dietand is full of other deliciousnutrient-dense foodslike legumes, seafood and whole grains. Try options like our One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan and our Red Pea Soup for a cozy meal that will help you kick off soup season....

January 18, 2025 · 15 min · 3148 words · Hannah Franklin