Author: Brynn McDowell

Welcome! I have found that daily life is a balancing act all on it's own, add in trying to maintain a healthy (and happy!) home and you have yourself the possibility of pure chaos. I'm here to share experiences and tips on how to create a mediterranean inspired diet and lifestyle in a hectic home.

Heirloom Tomato and Peach Summer Salad

Bottom Left Column, Recipes, Soup / Salad / Sides • 12 Comments

Garden fresh tomatoes and ripe, juicy peaches make this Heirloom Tomato & Peach Summer Salad a must have for healthy, summer salads. ...

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Crispy Salmon with Pickled Cucumber Salad

Mediterranean diet Dinner Recipes, Recipes • 3 Comments

A review of Food to Love Magazine's special Farmer's Market edition featuring this Crispy Salmon with Pickled Cucumber salad recipe....

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Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Basil Pasta

Mediterranean diet Dinner Recipes, Mediterranean diet Lunch Recipes, Recipes • 15 Comments

Garlic, Basil and Tomatoes lend their summer flavors to this simple and healthy Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Basil Pasta recipe....

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Lemon Pepper Tuna Avocado Toast

Mediterranean diet Lunch Recipes, Recipes, seafood • 4 Comments

A fast and filling meal, this Lemon Pepper Tuna Avocado Toast is the perfect way to get more servings of seafood in your mediterranean...

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Ahi Tuna Rice Bowl with Mango

Mediterranean diet Dinner Recipes, Mediterranean diet Lunch Recipes, Recipes • 6 Comments

A refreshing and filling one bowl meal, this Ahi Tuna Rice Bowl with Mango is the perfect summer meal!...

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Meal Planning – Book Review and Giveaway

Mediterranean Diet & Nutrition • 33 Comments

A review of the new book "52 Week Meal Planner: The Complete Guide to Planning Menus, Groceries, Recipes, and More" plus a giveaway! ...

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Grilled Stone Fruit with Ricotta

Mediterranean diet Breakfast Recipes, Mediterranean diet Lunch Recipes, Recipes, Soup / Salad / Sides • 9 Comments

Grilled Stone Fruit served with homemade Ricotta Cheese and lightly drizzled with honey and fresh mint makes a perfect summer dessert. ...

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Heart Healthy Olives – A Mediterranean Staple

Mediterranean Diet & Nutrition • One Comment

Find out why heart healthy olives are a staple in the Mediterranean Diet and how to incorporate them into more meals and recipes. ...

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