It's all Greek to me

Pack your backs, we're trying out 5 Greek-inspired recipes

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Kristina Todini, RDN
March 10, 2024

It’s all Greek to me (Greek-inspired recipes, that is)

Pack your bags, today we're diving into a collection of five plant-based recipes that might not get you an honorary Greek citizenship, but will definitely earn you a seat at the cool table of Mediterranean-inspired eats.

Now, let's be real – these recipes are about as Greek as my attempt at pronouncing "Moussaka" without a giggle. But when I’m craving a taste of the Mediterranean isles in my own kitchen – think cool tzatziki, fresh dill, and the best olive oil you can dream of – these are the recipes I turn to. They’re a playful take on the classics, perfect for those days when you're feeling a bit more Zorba the Non-Greek.

So, grab your passport and get ready to enjoy a plant-based Mediterranean feast that's more "My Big Fat Greek Salad" than an ancient Athenian banquet. Let's dive in and add a stamp to your plant-based passport! 🥗 🌍 ✨

✈️ + 🇬🇷,

Kristina
plant-based passporter

Today in 5 minutes or less 👉

  • 5 Greek-inspired plant-based recipes

  • Useful fact: how to store tomatoes and cucumbers, Greek-style

  • A video of an orzo pasta for spring

  • I want to know, “Do you even meal prep?”

  • Get my exact meal plans for under $2/week

Mediterranean Arugula Falafel Salad

A simple Mediterranean-inspired salad with arugula, fresh dill, hummus, falafel, vegetables, and tzatziki sauce. Super easy, big on flavor!

Crispy Baked Falafel ⋆ Easy Oven-Baked Falafel with Canned Chickpeas!

An easy oven-cooked crispy falafel recipe with canned or dry chickpeas. Light and easy, no frying!

Vegan Quinoa Greek Salad ⋆ Plant-Based Greek-Style Salad with Quinoa!

A plant-based twist on traditional Greek-style salads with added quinoa for plant-based protein. Easy and healthy!

Vegan Tzatziki Sauce ⋆ 10-Minute Plant-Based Tzatziki Sauce!

A dairy-free and vegan-friendly version of the classic Greek sauce made with plant-based yogurt, fresh dill, lemon, garlic, and spices. Only 15 minutes!

Lemon White Bean Kale Orzo Soup ⋆ Vegan Avgolemono Soup

A simple plant-filled (and flavor-packed!) soup recipe that comes together in under 30 minutes. Easy and tasty!

DID YOU KNOW? 🧐

Tip from a Greek culinarian: To get the best flavor from your tomatoes, don’t store them in the fridge unless you really have to (i.e., they are close to spoiling). The cold temperature can degrade their flavor and aroma. However, keep your cucumbers chilled until just before serving. This emphasizes their cooling, refreshing taste and texture.(source)

TODAY’S VIDEO 🎥

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