Dear fellow food-lover,

February is American Heart Month, so let's celebrate with the Mediterranean Diet! This is one of the best ways of eating for cardiovascular health.

Why is that? Read on to learn about the heart-healthy benefits of the Mediterranean Diet, and how to bring these ingredients and recipes into your kitchen.

Happy cooking from the team at Oldways!
Olive oil, seafood, nuts, and leafy greens are some of the key players in a heart-healthy Mediterranean Diet.
Make a healthy pasta meal by tossing whole grain penne with delicious balsamic-roasted vegetables. Creamy avocado slices on top make this dish irresistable!

Recipe and photo courtesy the California Avocado Commission
Heart-healthy walnuts add a nice crunch to these refreshing cucumber bites. Serve as a hearty snack or appetizer. They're the perfect bite-sized treat!

Recipe and photo courtesy the California Walnut Commission
A cedar plank isn't necessary to make this sandwich, but will add an extra depth of flavor. With salmon, tzatziki, spinach, and olives all wrapped up in whole grain pita, it's delicious as-is!


Recipe and photo courtesy the NFI's Dish on Fish
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