By Bhavana Verma
February 7, 2024
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Mediterranean vegetables and cuisine are known for their use of fresh produce, healthy fats, lean proteins and flavourful herbs. Plant-based foods make the most of Mediterranean food, which is mostly cooked in olive oil and contains a lot of nutritional benefits.
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Horiatiki is popular in Greek cuisine and is made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, feta cheese, Kalamata olives and salt, Greek oregano, lemon juice, and oil.
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Tabbouleh is a Levantine salad made with chopped parsley, tomatoes, mint, onion, and soaked uncooked bulgur. Olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and sweet pepper are added for flavour.
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Fattoush is made by mixing crisp lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes, and green onions, and served with toasted pita bread and tangy vinegar dressing.
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Caprese Salad features slices of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves, drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic glaze, salt and pepper.
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Panzanella includes tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and basil served in bread and eaten during lunch or breakfast.
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Nicoise Salad is a Fresh Salad made with boiled potatoes, green beans, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, olives, and tuna, arranged on a lettuce bed and drizzled with vinegar.
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Cooked quinoa is mixed with Mediterranean vegetables and seasoned with lemon-herb vinaigrette dressing.
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Boiled Chickpeas are combined with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and fresh herbs. It is dressed with lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic.
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