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8 “To truly follow the Mediterranean lifestyle, Suzy highlights her three main principles: Eat with the seasons; use mostly whole foods; and above all, share!” — “FOR THE LOVE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN,” PAGE 6
ON THE COVER Recipes from the Healthiest Diet 13 Top 5 Mediterranean Herbs 39 Brain-Training Foods 88 Smart Shopper’s Guide 63
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Basics
SALADS AND MEZZE
Meet Suzy Karadsheh, Egypt native and founder of the blog The Mediterranean Dish.
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FOR THE LOVE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN
BASICS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET A lifestyle rather than a diet, this way of eating helps lower inflammation that is at the heart of many modern-day diseases.
Mediterranean Dishes
From the world’s healthiest diet, these recipes—courtesy The Mediterranean Dish— include mezze platters, seafood dishes and desserts.
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Traditional Greek Salad Tabouli Salad Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Homemade Labneh Za’atar Manaqish
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LEGUMES AND VEGETARIAN ✽ Mediterranean-Style Grain Bowl 20 ✽ Shakshuka 22 ✽ Greek-Style Green Beans 23
SEAFOOD ✽ One-Pan Mediterranean Baked Halibut ✽ Shrimp Orzo Soup
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MEAT AND POULTRY ✽ Lebanese Rice ✽ Greek Meatballs ✽ Greek Chicken & Potatoes
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DESSERT ✽ Baklava ✽ Italian Apple Olive Oil Cake
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