Changing to a gluten-free diet doesn’t have to be difficult, particularly when you mix it with the rich and delicious Mediterranean cuisine.
To enable you to quickly make the change, nutritionist Jade Brooks offers her basic ideas and recipes.
The Mediterranean cuisine is naturally gluten-free, Jade says. “It emphasizes whole foods perfect for avoiding gluten without feeling limited: fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats.”
First advise from Jade is to stock basics including quinoa, rice, and gluten-free pasta. “These are flexible and simple to include into your meals,” she says.
For a basic yet great meal, combine these with fresh vegetables, olive oil, and herbs. Her regular dish is a quinoa salad including cucumbers, olives, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese sprinkling.
Jade says for proteins grilled fish, chicken, or lentils. Grilled salmon drizzled with lemon olive oil is one of my favorite dishes; it goes well with roasted zucchini and bell peppers on a side. It is light, fulfilling, and nutrient-dense.
She stresses the value of food as well. “Have hummus with gluten-free crackers or nuts close by. They work quite well for reducing hunger between meals.
Following a gluten-free Mediterranean diet is both sensible and fun with Jade’s guidance. She exhorts, “focus on the abundance of foods you can enjoy, and soon you’ll feel the benefits of this wholesome lifestyle.”
