Explore the benefits of the Mediterranean diet with delicious recipes, nutrition tips, and lifestyle advice - Irini Savva
All in Breakfast
Delicious and versatile Mediterranean egg muffins are packed with protein, colourful vegetables, and flavour.
The great thing about quick breads is that you can bake one of the most simplest foods in very little time.
Peaches, strawberries and pineapple are all high in vitamin C to support a healthy immune system, Greek yoghurt is packed with good bacteria and keeps your gut healthy. This smoothie treat is sure to give your immunity a boost this summer with all the delicious seasonal flavours.
Similar to the spanakopitakia recipe, these triangular shaped tiropitakia are filled with a creamy mixture of Greek feta, halloumi cheese and fresh herbs. Delicious served with breakfast or a snack.
Elevate your hummus with this contemporary hummus recipe using white chocolate tahini—a delicious blend of unsweetened white chocolate, tahini and a hint of honey.
There are a few flavours in my kitchen that evoke a flurry of memories—lemons, oranges and the sweet aromas of rose and vanilla. Rose in particular is one of my favourite nostalgic smells and is used regularly in Greek and Mediterranean desserts.
Warm pears cooked in a delicately spiced syrup is one of my favourite ways to enjoy this winter fruit. Baking or poaching pears is ideal as they hold their shape when cooked and improves their taste (they taste even better the next day). Serve as a naturally sweet breakfast over yoghurt and granola, a warm bowl of porridge or enjoy as is with creme fraiche, freshly whipped cream or ice cream for a treat.
Whether you enjoy your yoghurt topped with fruit, musli, drizzled with honey or sprinkled with seeds, a thick, luscious yoghurt is usually a good place to start.
Teaching my children how to be self sufficient in a kitchen is something I’ve always considered important. I often use this to not only keep them busy, but to educate them as well. This easy rose and strawberry smoothie is a fun and tasty recipe to make with kids during spring break.
Eliopita, Elioti or Eliopitakia (mini olive pastries) are a well loved Cypriot olive bread or pastry. This muffin version is perfect for breakfast, a quick snack and is small enough to fit into kids school lunch boxes.
Grown on the widely cultivated ficus tree, figs are packed with antioxidants, fiber, and immunity boosters from their natural antibacterial and antifungal agents.
