HEALTHY GREEK RECIPES

The Greek diet is regarded as one of the healthiest in the world because it’s based largely around fruit and vegetables, olive oil, fish, cheese and yoghurt.  In the 1960s, Greek people were living longer and had lower rates of chronic disease than the rest of the world, which is uninterruptedly connected to their diet. The Greek diet is the most ancient form of dietetic pattern and considered to be of the healthier diet option.

Hippocrates, the ancient Greek physician who is traditionally regarded as the father of medicine, first expressed the importance of our daily food choices in body and spiritual health. Scientists suggest that following the Greek diet can decrease the risk of heart attack, cancer stroke, diabetes, obesity and premature death. The Greek food is a contemporary explosion of flavours and not only for its presentation but also for taste.

 

From gyros to moussaka, these Greek-inspired healthy recipes will make you feel like you’re dining in the Greek isles. Take a look at the below 6 amazing Greek and healthy must-try dishes.

 

1. Spanakorizo

Spinach is one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat as it may benefit eye health, reduce oxidative stress, help prevent cancer and reduce blood pressure levels. Spanakorizo is a spinach and rice dish which is usually served with lemon, feta cheese and olive oil.

 

2. Healthy Moussaka

If you like eggplant, don’t leave Greece without trying Moussaka! Moussaka is one of Greece’s most famous dishes, adored all over the world. Replace béchamel with herbivores and you will have a light and healthy, but rich-tasting Greek-style dish!

 

3. Stuffed Vegetables

Stuffed vegetables (known as Yemista) is a delicious, healthy and colourful Greek dish for summer! Greeks usually stuff vegetables with rice and herbs, like tomatoes, peppers etc. Healthy and easy to make, don’t you think?

 

4. Baklava

Baklava, the traditional Greek dessert pastry made of layers of filo, filled with chopped nuts, held together with syrup or honey, can also be a healthy snack (or post-dinner dessert), which can boost energy levels naturally.

 

5. Souvlaki
This recipe combines two popular components of Greek cuisine: souvlaki and tzatziki. Souvlaki is typically made from pork, chicken, lamb or beef. It’s traditionally only meat, but it’s now often served with vegetables. Meat provides many nutrients such as protein, iron and B-vitamins

 

6. Healthy homemade Greek yogurt

Greek yogurt is very nutritious and may boost several aspects of our health. It can reduce the risk of heart disease and it is one of the very best weight-loss foods around. Greek yogurt contains some of every nutrient that our body needs, like calcium, B vitamins, trace minerals and protein is helpful for appetite and weight control. Moreover, Greek yogurt can play a key role in bone health and may reduce the risk of osteoporosis. It’s never too late to include yogurt in your diet every day as part of your healthy habits. Greek yogurt can be your perfect snack! Combine it with fruits such as apple, blueberries, strawberries, banana, and apple, nuts and seeds or honey, cinnamon, to add great taste!