Mediterranean Paleo: Gluten Free and Paleo Recipes From The Region That Gave Us The Mediterranean Diet: Paleo Diet Solution Series

By Lucy Fast

In “Mediterranean Paleo: Gluten Free and Paleo Recipes From The Region That Gave Us The Mediterranean Diet” you’re about to discover how to explore the Mediterranean from the comfort of your own home!

One of the first things your mind conjures up when dreaming of the idyllic Mediterranean region is the glorious food! Food and Mediterranean culture are inextricably intertwined and to truly immerse yourself in the culture it is necessary to explore the wide range of flavors and tastes that are characteristic of this region.

I am going to show you how to create the most exquisite Mediterranean cuisine that will have you imagining the azure blue waters and balmy breezes, with a Paleo twist.

There is no reason to miss out on any culinary experience just because you adhere to the Paleo way of life. Everything is adaptable to fit in with your specific dietary requirements and let me tell you, there is no compromise on taste or quality. You can still expect to delight your taste buds with full, robust and hearty flavors without any of the “bad stuff”. So read on and prepare to be amazed!

Here Is a Preview of What You'll Learn...

• How to prepare the most mouthwatering Mediterranean food without abandoning your commitment to Paleo, including how to make the necessary substitutions to ensure that the meals are as strictly Paleo as you desire
• The specific spice blends characteristic of each region, and how to use them to evoke that taste and scent of place
• How to prepare Greek Classics like Chicken Souvlaki with “Tzatziki”
• Spanish Dishes like Paella with Shrimp and Chorizo using a fantastic rice substitute
• Traditional French Bistro fare like Escargot and sweet and garlicy 40 Clove Chicken
• Italian Favorites like Grilled Calamari and that absolutely scrumptious dish on the cover, Shrimp with Lemon Carpaccio
• North African Specialties like Moroccan Stew and North African Meatballs with Saffron Sauce
• Middle Eastern Cuisine including Chicken Shwarma and Lebanese Kafta Kebabs
• And much more!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Healthy Wealthy nWise Press
• Release date: Aug 10, 2015
• ISBN: 9781516352883

Book preview

Introduction

I want to thank you and congratulate you for downloading, Mediterranean Paleo: Gluten Free and Paleo Recipes From The Region That Gave Us The Mediterranean Diet

This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to prepare the most delicious Mediterranean meals Paleo Style!

The Mediterranean style of eating has long been heralded as one of the healthiest ways to eat. Lean proteins, lots of seafood and veggies, breads, balsamic and olive oil are all characteristic hallmarks of this diet, not to mention the generous lashings of wine that traditionally accompany each meal. Red meat is kept to a minimum with a bigger focus on chicken dishes, but mostly fish and seafood take center stage. Research has shown that people who follow this high fiber, low fat way of eating can enjoy huge health benefits.

The people of the Mediterranean are generally incredibly healthy, have fewer heart complaints, less aches and pains in the muscles and joints, better brain function, lower cholesterol and better control over their weight. In addition, people who follow this way of eating have longer life expectancy and lower rates of chronic diseases like Alzheimer’s, cancer and Parkinson’s when compared with people who do not. This is an incredibly healthy way to eat and one that can be enjoyed by the whole family...

BUT...

A big part of this diet is whole grains and low fat dairy, which are the two big paleo taboos. So how on earth do we go about merging these diets successfully without losing the gist of the Mediterranean style of having to be lenient or altogether dismissive of Paleo principles? Well let me tell you, it can be done!

What if we were to take this style of eating one step further and refine this already amazing diet to perfection? What if we were to clean up the Mediterranean diet by combining it with what is fast emerging as the ultimate healthy way to eat?

What if we were to Paleofy it by dropping the grains and dairy and upping the protein, fruits and veggies and concentrate on honing it to suit our genetic make-up thereby making it the BEST way for humans to eat.

Ladies and Gentleman...(Drum roll and trumpets please!) I bring you... Mediterranean Paleo!

The influences on Mediterranean cooking have been far reaching and long lasting, becoming firmly entrenched over the years from the days of Roman expansion throughout Europe and the Middle East and have remained steadfast since then. I have included a range of recipes organized per region reflecting these subtle differences in Mediterranean cuisine. The spice trade has probably been one of the biggest components that has lent its weight to the development of the different flavors in each of the regions and this is clearly reflected