International Mediterranean Diet Month

International Mediterranean Diet Month is observed throughout May and celebrates the flavors, affordability, and potential health benefits associated with Mediterranean-style eating. The month offers an opportunity to explore dishes featuring foods such as hummus, vegetables, extra-virgin olive oil, whole grains, beans, fruits, tomatoes, olives, and yogurt.

The observance was founded in 2009 as an initiative of the Oldways Mediterranean Foods Alliance. It encourages people to become more familiar with Mediterranean foods and try new ways of preparing them, whether at home or at a restaurant.

How to Observe International Mediterranean Diet Month

Celebrate by preparing a Mediterranean-inspired meal or sampling dishes such as hummus with fresh vegetables, grilled eggplant salad, roasted vegetable pita pockets, stuffed grape leaves, falafel salad, or Greek yogurt with honey. You can also shop for ingredients such as extra-virgin olive oil, whole grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables, or enjoy a meal at a restaurant serving Mediterranean dishes. Take time to learn more about Mediterranean-style eating and discover a new recipe during the month.

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