The secret of Mediterranean food that are healthy are in the use a lot of vegetables and green leaves. Such a good example is the grape leaves recipes both the veggie recipe and the meat recipe. Mediterranean countries are rich in greens based on its geography especially herbs. Herbs are used a lot in Mediterranean food . One of the most famous herbs are basil, oregano and mint. That’s why we can see Italian food are rich in basil, oregano and thyme. Mint uses a lot in Greek food too.
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Potato widges , garlic powder, olive oil, thyme, lemon juice and rosemary
garbanzo beans, parsley, onion, garlic, cinnamon, cilantro, black pepper, cumin pepper mixed together on blender. Then make it into small pieces then deep fry.
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Lettuce, parsley, green onion, tomato, cucumber, fresh mint, lemon juice, olive oil.
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Grape leaves jar, rice, ground beef, cinnamon, black pepper. Lemon juice. Tomato for decoration.
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Tomatoes big or cherry tomatoes, corn oil.
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Onion or chives, corn oil.