Quick & Easy Greek Bean Soup 🫘✨ Also known as fasolada, this classic Greek bean soup simmers in kitchens worldwide during winter. It's especially beloved in Ikaria! This quick version comes from my latest book, THE IKARIA WAY, an instant @nytimes bestseller (!) 📚. It’s the ultimate feel-good food, and you can easily make a big batch to freeze for later. Want a hack? Use high-quality, low-sodium canned beans - just drain and rinse them first. This shortcut cuts the cooking time by more than hal

My Love for Greek Greens in 1 Great Recipe! 🌿 I'm obsessed with how Greek cuisine brings greens to life! From wild horta to all sorts of leafy goodness, there are endless ways to enjoy them—braised, sautéed, tossed into salads, or folded into savory pies. Plus, they're a superfood, packed with nutrients and health benefits, and they add this amazing fresh, earthy flavor to every dish. 🌱 Tsigareli, a delicious braised greens recipe from Corfu, is a standout dish I featured in season 3 of @mygre

Greek Lemon Rice is pure comfort for me - it reminds me of both Greek home cooking and the cozy Greek restaurant sides I loved growing up.🍚🥰 I still make it all the time, but with a healthy twist: I use brown rice for extra fiber and a delicious nutty bite.😉 The zing of fresh lemon and herbs makes this dish bright, satisfying, and perfect with just about anything-from grilled chicken or salmon to bean and veggie stews.🍋🌿 This easy, one-pot Mediterranean side dish is loaded with flavor, fibe

Try a delicious Greek recipe for Gigantes, AKA giant beans, baked with Ikarian pine honey and herbs. These buttery and flavorful beans are a classic Greek dish that you can enjoy as a hearty vegetarian meal, or even as a plate on a table full of meze. Substitute butter beans for the authentic Greek giant beans, if you can't get them! And a garnish of feta will make it even more mouthwateringly delicious - don’t skip this part. ➡️ Ingredients 1 pound / 450 g dried Greek giant beans 1/2 cup / 125

One-Pan Lemon Roasted Chicken 🍋 This classic Greek chicken recipe is everything you need for a quick, flavorful dinner. A simple marinade of Greek olive oil, fresh lemon, oregano, and garlic makes the chicken juicy and delicious. Bonus: it’s all done in one pan for easy cleanup! Pair it with tzatziki sauce and a fresh Greek salad for a complete Mediterranean feast. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving something comforting and healthy. What’s your favorite side to serve with roaste

You don’t have to reinvent the wheel to jazz up a much-beloved traditional recipe like the Greek classic, spanakorizo (spinach rice). Spanakorizo is one of the *GREATS* of Greek cuisine and it totally speaks Med diet and longevity lingo! It’s got everything: it’s easy to make (all in one pot, too!), a generous dose of EVOO (yup, Greek, of course), greens (spinach, in this case, but feel free to make it with chard or any other sweet green of choice), grains (rice), and plenty of flavorful vibranc

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How did I come up with the title for my new book, The Ikaria Way? It was actually really easy: The whole premise of my book is about sharing a mentality and way of eating that is inspired by the island! I want people everywhere to know that it’s possible to enjoy the flavors and recipes of the Ikarian longevity diet wherever you are, just by following this road map. These recipes are healthy, satisfying, and even sensuous! You’ll love cooking them, and you’ll love eating them even more. 👉 Want

Craving a salad that’s fit for a goddess—green or Greek? I’ve got just the thing: my Greek Goddess Cabbage Salad! 🥗 When I want something crisp, creamy, and bursting with Mediterranean flair, I channel my inner goddess and whip up this vibrant bowl. Imagine crunchy green cabbage, fresh basil, and spinach, all tossed in a dreamy Greek yogurt dressing with a splash of lemon and a sprinkle of briny capers. It’s the ultimate Mediterranean diet experience—simple, nourishing, and packed with bold, ze