The Mediterranean Meal Plan Cookbook: Simple, Nutritious Recipes To Eat Well, Feel Great and Look Fabulous

As the title promises, Varbanova starts with a four-week meal plan including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with recipes and page numbers for each meal. However, those looking for recipes from across the Mediterranean will not find them here, as the focus is largely on Greek cuisine. Arranged for easy use, ingredients and directions for each recipe are printed on one page, opposite a full-color image of each dish. This makes the book beautiful and easy to cook from and is helpful for visual learners. Desserts are also included in the offerings, with delicious recipes such as Greek Baklava and Christmas Honey Cookies. There is an entire section devoted to traditional dips and sides, and there are the expected dishes such as spanakopita, moussaka, and shrimp saganaki. Overall, the emphasis is on fresh, whole ingredients and simple recipes. If weight loss is a goal, the book includes tips for eating the “Mediterranean way” including healthier swaps for commonly used ingredients, intermittent fasting, juice recipes, and pre-breakfast habits.