Simple Mediterranean-Style Veggie & Protein Plates

Corn & Salsa Plate

Ingredients:

• Sweet corn
• Steamed broccoli
• Salsa dressing

Instructions:

1. Steam the broccoli as above until tender but still bright.
2. Prepare or warm sweet corn.
3. Arrange both on a plate and drizzle generously with salsa or a salsa-style vinaigrette for a zesty, colorful dish.

Cauliflower & Green Bean Plate

Ingredients:

• Steamed broccoli and cauliflower
• Green beans (steamed)
• Soft-boiled eggs

Instructions:

1. Steam broccoli, cauliflower, and green beans together until tender, around 5–7 minutes.
2. Boil eggs to your desired doneness (6 minutes for soft, 9–10 minutes for hard).
3. Peel eggs and add to the plate with the vegetables. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil for flavor and richness.

Final Note

If you’ve struggled with restrictive diets in the past, these simple, balanced plates can be a refreshing change. With easy ingredients and naturally satisfying combinations, they’re part of a way of eating that’s sustainable and joy-filled—backed by the Mediterranean tradition of real food and shared meals.

And yes—olive oil works wonders in more ways than one.