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Healthy Goals for 2021,New Year’S What to Eat on a Mediterranean Diet – Celebrating Mediterranean Diet Month! Are you interested in adopting healthier eating habits that still include plenty of satisfying, flavorful foods? The Mediterranean diet may be right for you! May is International Mediterranean Diet Month. This plan is based on the traditional foods of Italy, Greece, and surrounding countries. People in these regions are incredibly healthy and have a low risk for many different diseases. That’s why doctors so often promote the Mediterranean diet as a way to lose weight and reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Here’s what you need to know about sticking to a Mediterranean diet this month and beyond. What to Eat on a Mediterranean Diet This diet is high in healthy fats, plant-based products, and seafood while remaining moderately low in animal and dairy products. The Mediterranean diet also advises against eating added sugar and processed food. Here are the top things to eat on the Mediterranean diet: • Fruits and vegetables: Apples, bananas, berries, melons, pears, peaches, dates, broccoli, cauliflower, salad greens, zucchini, tomatoes, cucumber, etc. • Tuberous vegetables: Potatoes, sweet potatoes, yams, carrots, turnips, etc. • Whole grains: Brown rice, barley, corn, oats, buckwheat, rye, whole-grain bread, and pasta, etc. • Nuts and seeds: Almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, etc. • Legumes: Beans, peas, lentils, chickpeas, peanuts, etc. • Healthy fats: Olive oil, coconut oil, avocados, etc. • Fish: Salmon, tuna, shrimp, crab, oysters, mussels, etc. • Meat and dairy (in moderation): Chicken, turkey, eggs, milk, cheese, Greek yogurt, etc. What to Avoid on a Mediterranean Diet When possible, opt for whole, single-ingredient foods. When buying packaged products, read labels carefully to help you avoid these unhealthy ingredients: • Added sugar: Soda, juice, candy, ice cream, baked goods, etc. • Refined grains: White bread, white rice, refined pasta, etc. • Trans fats: Found in margarine and other processed foods • Refined oils: Canola oil, soybean oil, etc. • Processed meat: Hot dogs, sausages, pepperoni, salami, lunch meat, etc. Example Mediterranean Diet Menu Here are some ways to combine healthy Mediterranean foods into meals: • Breakfast: o Greek yogurt, oatmeal, and strawberries o Veggie omelet and apple slices o Whole-wheat English muffin, cottage cheese, and blueberries • Lunch: o Whole-wheat toast, tuna salad, and carrot sticks o Salad with tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese o Whole-wheat linguini with shrimp, olive oil, and peas • Dinner: o Broiled salmon, brown rice, and broccoli o Grilled lamb, salad, and baked potato o Chicken breast, Brussels sprouts, and yams Have you put together a shopping list for Mediterranean Diet Month? Head to NetCost Market to find everything you need! For over 20 years, we have been helping our customers save time and money by offering a world of food all in one place. We love being a local supermarket with a global reach, now with 12 locations in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Shop with us to enjoy a comfortable, gratifying experience complete with online grocery shopping and home grocery delivery. Traditional Recipes to Make for Shavuot Some say Shavuot is the most important Jewish festival, especially among Reconstructionist Jews. The holiday takes place seven weeks from the second day of Passover—or May 16-18, 2021. If you’ll be celebrating for the first time this year, learn more about this sacred Jewish holiday and what traditional activities and recipes go with it. What is Shavuot? Shavuot celebrates the harvest season and the giving of the Ten Commandments to the Israelites on Mount Sinai. It is synonymous with Judaism itself and has been treated as such for centuries. Shavuot was originally an agricultural festival celebrating the “first fruits” of the wheat harvest in Eretz Yisrael, which continues all summer and ends with Sukkot in the fall. The festival developed into something more as Israelite farmers came to thank God—not only for the harvest but also for the laws and traditions of the harvest. For instance, Israelite law requires observers to treat the Sabbath as a day of rest for humans and animals alike, even during the busy planting and harvesting seasons. Eventually, the book where the laws of the harvest were recorded (the Torah) came to be regarded as divine. Likewise, the harvest feast became a celebration of the Ten Commandments and the revelations in the Torah. Shavuot Traditions In this day and age, no specific mitzvot (commandments) are associated with Shavuot because Jews living worldwide can no longer bring agricultural offerings to the Temple in Jerusalem. Still, several customs and rituals remain, including: • Tikkun Leil Shavuot (staying up late or even all night studying the Torah) • Reading the Book of Ruth from the Bible (known as Writings) during religious services • Decorating the home with greens and fresh flowers Recipes for Shavuot Jewish families gather together to enjoy a meal featuring traditional Shavuot dishes. Kosher dairy products are common because these foods remind observers of the Torah’s sweetness and recognize that Israel is the land “flowing with milk and honey.” Here are some traditional recipes you may want to try this Shavuot: • Crustless Cheese and Vegetable Quiche: This light, cheesy dish combines a frittata and a quiche into one. It’s perfect for family breakfast or lunch on Shavuot. • Kosher Cheesecakes: Rich and creamy, sweet with a touch of sour—whatever flavor you’re craving, you can find a kosher cheesecake to fit the bill. • Blintz Soufflé: It’s no surprise that baking cheese-filled crepes into a sweet egg and sour cream-based custard makes for a crowd-pleasing casserole. Ready to shop for your Shavuot feast? Head to NetCost Market for everything you need! We are a local supermarket with a global reach, helping our customers save time and money by offering a world of food all in one place. Over the past 20 years, we have expanded to 12 locations, now serving customers in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Shop with us to enjoy a comfortable, gratifying experience complete with online grocery shopping and home grocery delivery. Delicious Mother’s Day Dinner Ideas Mother’s Day is May 9, 2021. After you’ve picked out the perfect card and a thoughtful gift, take a load off Mom’s shoulders by preparing a delicious family feast. From appetizers and desserts to mains and sides, we’ve got plenty of ideas to make this the tastiest Mother’s Day you’ve ever had! 1. Best Deviled Eggs: This recipe is the perfect way to kick off Mother’s Day dinner. The yolks are nicely flavored with tangy ground mustard and sweet dill weed. Try one of the featured variations that add bacon, chipotle peppers, or crab meat. 2. Herbed Ricotta and Fresh Tomato Tart: Mom is too special for just any ordinary pizza. Try this upgraded version, which incorporates ricotta cheese, heirloom tomatoes, and fresh parsley. Everyone will want a slice of this scrumptious Mother’s Day appetizer! 3. Greek Salmon: This delicate salmon dish is as beautiful as it is delicious. The topping consists of tons of veggies, including tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion. 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It incorporates several in-season produce items, including shallots, watercress, scallions, and cucumbers. The homemade apricot vinaigrette conveys to your mom just how much you care. 7. Lemon-Lime Bars: Surprise Mom with these easy dessert bars. With classic ingredients like butter, powdered sugar, flour, and baking powder, you just might already have everything you need to whip up this springtime dessert. 8. Strawberry Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Frosting: These cupcakes use jam or preserves in the batter to prevent weighing them down. Then, you can use fresh strawberries as a garnish atop the sweet, homemade frosting. Once you’ve compiled your Mother’s Day dinner shopping list, head to NetCost Market for everything you need. We are proud to be a local supermarket with a global reach, committed to helping our customers save time and money. We’ve expanded over the past 20 years, now serving customers from 12 locations in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. 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