The Mediterranean Diet Made Easy - by Brynn McDowell (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Healthy Eating Is Simple with This Delicious, Modern Approach to the World's Best Diet

Dive into the Mediterranean diet with registered dietitian Brynn McDowell and discover all the reasons it's been named the best way to eat year after year. Known for its amazing benefits for healthy, lasting weight loss, heart health, diabetes management and more, the Mediterranean diet takes a holistic, lifestyle-focused approach to help you reach your goals and embrace the joy in cooking and eating. Whether you're tired of the ups and downs of fad diets and are in search of a healthier approach to weight loss, or you're looking for a flexible way to feed your family nutritious meals they'll love, this book is packed with the recipes and inspiration you need to create healthy habits that stick.

Brynn breaks down the diet into easy-to-follow guidelines--with an emphasis on whole ingredients and pantry staples--so you can start cooking up new weeknight-friendly favorites without worrying about rules. Simple breakfasts like the Zesty Za'atar Avocado Toast with Poached Egg provide fuel for your day and spice to get you moving. For lunch, loading up on fruits and veggies is a no-brainer with the Sweet and Savory Apricot Couscous Salad. Quick, crowd-pleasing dinners like One-Pan Lemon and Artichoke Baked Chicken and Grilled Lamb with Pistachio-Olive Tapenade ensure that you'll always have time to enjoy a relaxing, nourishing meal with family and friends. Find smart tips on how to cook on a tight schedule, source ingredients on a budget and practice balance. Whatever your personal goals, these recipes will blend seamlessly into your life, making eating for your health a pleasure, not a compromise.

Review Quotes

"If you're looking for a lifestyle change that you can incorporate for the long-haul, then this book is for you. I've recommended this diet for years and am excited to have this book to share with clients!"
--Elizabeth Shaw, RDN, founder of shawsimpleswaps.com and author of Fertility Foods

"This book is a fantastic insight for those who would like to improve their health through the Mediterranean Diet. It is definitely a must-have for every kitchen."
--Elena & Melisa Koyunseven, founders of The Mediterranean Lifestyle

"This is a an essential resource for beginners, cooking enthusiasts and those wanting to eat for better health--a cookbook the whole family will enjoy."
--Alexandria Zozos, RDN and founder of the Mediterranean Nutrition School

About the Author

Brynn McDowell is a registered dietitian and the founder of The Domestic Dietitian, a Mediterranean diet food blog. She has been featured in publications such as Food & Nutrition magazine, Well+Good, Reader's Digest, Men's Health and Shape. Brynn lives in Livermore, CA.