What if there was a diet full of healthy fats, fruits, veggies and whole grains that science said could boost your mood and help you lose weight? Well, that’s the Mediterranean diet in a nutshell, which registered dietician and nutritionist Dr. Felicia Stoler explains is “great for weight loss, heart health and longevity.” Even better, this approach doesn’t really exclude any food groups: “At its core, it’s my favorite [diet plan],” she says. “It’s plant-based, includes animal-sourced protein, seafood and dairy in small quantities, [as well as] grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits, veggies, olive oil…and wine!” (Don’t you feel good just thinking about it?)
Below are 28 easy Mediterranean diet lunch recipes—like tomato-halloumi salad, Greek chicken and rice and other dishes that are great for taking to work—that will inspire you to start cooking. Many are vegetarian and make-ahead friendly, and the whole list is essentially foolproof to master—even for newbie cooks.
