The Mediterranean cuisine is sometimes hailed for helping to extend life and general well-being, hence guiding a long and healthy existence.
Passionate supporter of plant-based nutrition, Xena Parker offers her interpretation of the Mediterranean diet with a plant-based spin. “It’s about how you feel when you eat, not only about what you eat,” explains Xena, who has been living this way for years.
Rich, nutrient-dense foods abound on the Mediterranean diet, and Xena thinks the plant-based variation is even more beneficial for health. “We stress whole grains, legumes, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds, which are loaded with antioxidants, good fats, and fiber,” she says.
Xena’s Mediterranean plant-based diet usually begins with a filling breakfast made from chia pudding topped with fresh berries and nuts. Thanks to chia seeds and almonds, this dinner offers a dosage of omega-3s as well as an energy boost.
Usually, lunch is a vibrant quinoa salad topped with cucumbers, tomatoes, olive oil-based vinaigrette, chickpeas, and olives. The Mediterranean diet is well-known for stressing olive oil, which is high in monounsaturated fats good for heart disease. Xena likes a vegetable stir-fry for dinner with roasted eggplant, bell peppers, zucchini, and a splash of tahini for extra taste.
Xena advises “plant-based Mediterranean meals not only help you maintain a healthy weight but also support heart health, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion.” Her plant-based approach helps everyone to prioritize their long-term health while also allowing them to discover the Mediterranean delicacies.
