7 Mediterranean diet recipes you’ll love to make with your Instant Pot

In the current moment, the Mediterranean diet and the Instant Pot dominate in conversations about food. Unlike some other wellness “trends,” these two stand the test of time. Pair them up for a match made in heaven. With an Instant Pot and the right ingredients, healthy and inventive dinners have never been easier.

The secret to mastering Mediterranean diet cooking is having a go-to protein, a crisper full of veggies, and an arsenal of anti-inflammatory spices. Once you’ve crossed off your shopping list, these Instant Pot Mediterranean diet recipes are the perfect way to get started.

7 delicious Instant Pot Mediterranean diet recipes you can make in a flash

1. Lemon pepper salmon

It wouldn’t be a Mediterranean diet recipe roundup without salmon, right? This recipe is about as easy as weeknight dinners get. Besides water and salmon, all you need is ghee, a handful of spices, and three of your favorite vegetables. Five minutes of prep, 10 minutes in the Instant Pot, and dinner is served.

2. Mediterranean spiced chicken

Inspired by cuisine from Morocco, this meal is flavor packed. Cumin, coriander, garlic, and za’atar blend together to bring the heat while red peppers, roma tomatoes, and chickpeas round out the taste, giving balance. Served over a bed of couscous, this 15-minute meal might just make it into your regular healthy meal rotation.

3. Chicken shawarma

Not only is this easy recipe Mediterranean diet-approved, it’s also Paleo and Whole30. It has all the warming spices you would expect from a classic chicken shawarma recipe, such as paprika, turmeric, cumin, but the wildcard ingredient you’ll love is cinnamon. Just a hint of sweetness adds complexity to the whole dish.

4. Greek chicken tacos

Give taco night a Mediterranean twist with feta cheese, olives, red onion, zucchini, and Italian dressing. The key to this recipe is allowing all the ingredients to simmer with the shredded chicken in the Instant Pot, allowing the meat really soak up the flavors.

5. Greek chicken and rice

If you’re into batch cooking and are looking to whip up something that will last you all week, this is it. Mixing healthy Greek staples like zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, feta cheese, and chicken with rice offers a nice alternative to salad for lunch when you really need to a change. Top it with tzatziki for creaminess.

6. Paella with cauliflower rice

Making cauli-rice in your Instant Pot—as opposed to on the stovetop—is a clutch cooking hack because it makes it super fluffy and light. Shrimp and chicken combine with spices like turmeric, oregano, and garlic. If you have leftovers, add it as a base to stews and soups throughout the week.

7. Stuffed pepper soup

This hearty dish hits the spot. In addition to offering a substantial serving of vegetables, the inclusion of ghee provides richness and a good source of healthy fats.

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