Tag: Mediterranean diet
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Maple Scotcharoo Granola
If you grew up in the Midwest like me, you have probably encountered one of my favorite sweet treats: scotcharoos. These are bars made with crisped rice and peanut butter, topped with chocolate. I always deviated from the original recipe, which called for corn syrup, and used maple syrup instead, giving them even more flavor.…
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Za’atar Chicken with Crispy Flatbread
‘Tis the season for entertaining, and I have a MIND Diet appetizer for you. It tastes delicious and a little fancy but it’s easy to throw together. You can even make it ahead of time. Za’atar Chicken with Crispy Flatbread might be the holy grail of healthy holiday hors d’oeuvres. Heck, it’s even got the…
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MIND Diet Popcorn
I have been staring at my computer for way too long, trying to figure out how to introduce today’s post. I am probably overthinking it – does popcorn need an introduction? We all know it, we all love it. So I’m just going to dive right in: I am bursting with excitement (pun intended) to…
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Dill and Caper Butter
When I first started following the MIND Diet, I was dismayed to see that it recommended limiting the amount of butter you eat. I love butter. I thought it would be really hard to cut back. Instead, I figured out how to use small amounts in ways that highlight butter’s irresistible flavor and texture. One…
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Cranberry Pear Crisp
Are you ready for another MIND Diet dessert? ‘Tis the season, right? Inspired by my Blueberry Tahini Crisp, I created Cranberry Pear Crisp with seasonal flavors and similar brain-boosting nutrition. This dessert will be a simple and rustic addition to your holiday table. The beautiful combination of pears, cranberries, and pecans harkens back to a…
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Grab-and-Go Frozen Kale
Have you ever bought a bag of gorgeous, fresh greens just to discover a bag of mush in the back of your fridge three weeks later? I cannot be the only person guilty of this (I hope). Leafy greens are so important for brain health, but we don’t want them to go to waste. I…
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Roasted Veggie Bowls with Farro and Hummus
Grain bowls have exploded in popularity in the last few years, and here is my humble take on one. Boasting fall and winter flavors, Roasted Veggie Bowls with Farro and Hummus are a colorful and delicious way to get a ton of meatless, brain-boosting nutrition onto your dinner table. We’ll use some wonderful convenience products…
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Cod with Chermoula and Whole Wheat Couscous
I’m excited to share this recipe today – it’s one of my favorite ways to eat brain-boosting fish. Cod with Chermoula and Whole Wheat Couscous pairs the bold flavor of chermoula with the mild flavor of cod. Feel free to use your favorite white fish instead, such as tilapia, catfish, etc. Serve with a simple…
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Chickpea and Farro Soup with Fennel and Chard
I can’t believe it, but here is the final recipe of Souptember 2023. Chickpea and Farro Soup with Fennel and Chard is a delicately flavored, Mediterranean-style option we’ll be returning to in the cold months to come. If you’re on the fence about fennel or have never tried it, I suggest giving it a shot…
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Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Fall is officially here in the northern hemisphere, and I have a wonderful recipe to help you kick off the season. Chicken and Wild Rice Soup is comforting, satisfying, and brain-healthy, thanks to whole grains, vegetables, and lean chicken. This recipe takes a bit longer than the ones I normally share because the wild rice…