Easy Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan for Beginners

Day 1

Sheet-pan dinners are a quick and easy way to get a healthy meal on,

the table without using a lot of dishes. See more of our sheet-pan dinners for easy weeknight meals.

Day 2

Homemade salad dressings tend to be healthier and less expensive than their store-bought counterparts. 

Check out our simple formula for how to make a delicious homemade vinaigrette.

Day 3

If you're struggling to fit in breakfast, try overnight oats. They're quick, healthy and the perfect on-the-go breakfast for busy mornings.

They're quick, healthy and the perfect on-the-go breakfast for busy mornings.

Day 4

Canned beans are a quick and easy addition to any meal. They are high in fiber and protein, which helps keep you full. Rinse canned beans for less sodium.

To make it 1,500 calories: Increase to 1/3 cup almonds and add 1 medium pear at A.M. snack, plus increase to 1 cup Greek yogurt at P.M. snack.

Day 5

A little meal prep at the beginning of the week helps make sure you can eat healthy during busy days and evenings.

If you're new to meal prep, check out our beginner's guide to meal prep for helpful hints.

Eating small snacks throughout the day helps prevent you from getting too hungry, which makes it easier to stay on track with your health goals. 

Day 6

Aim to eat snacks with fiber, like fruits and vegetables, or protein, like yogurt or nuts, because both of these nutrients help you stay satiated.

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