What Is the Healthiest Cuisine?

What Is the Healthiest Cuisine?

Eager to head into the New Year with a healthy start? With many of us getting a jump start on our New Year resolutions, healthy recipes are in high demand. If you're searching for a way to make some healthy swaps to your current meal-plan, have no fear. We're here to help! At Bob's Red Mill, we believe that eating healthy is anything but boring. In fact, there are so many different healthy dishes and cuisines out there; it's relatively easy! Across the world, millions of people enjoy flavorful and delicious meals without compromising their health. This is because many of the world's healthier cuisines rely heavily on locally sourced, natural ingredients and light-preparation methods. Curious to know what healthy cuisines you should be cooking up regularly in your kitchen? Keep reading to discover countries that put health and flavor first.

Greek Cuisine

What Is the Healthiest Cuisine? | Bob's Red MIll Blog The Mediterranean diet is regularly praised for being one of the healthiest diets around, and Greek food plays a massive role in that! Made up of many of the ingredients that make Mediterranean food so healthy, a Greek diet involves a lot of olive oil, yogurt, fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts and garlic! Additionally, it steers clear from high-fat dishes and an excess of meat. Dip your forks in Greek cuisine, and try out this Greek Garbanzo Bean Salad. The perfect recipe to make for your next meatless Monday meal, the bright flavors of lemon juice, red wine vinegar, greek olives and feta cheese create a dish that's overflowing with flavor and nutrition. An excellent alternative to antipasto salad, this meal can be whisked together in minutes and pairs well with grilled eggplant for the ideal dinner spread.

Japanese Cuisine

What Is the Healthiest Cuisine? | Bob's Red MIll Blog When discussing some of the healthiest cuisines around, Japanese cuisine tops the list. At Bob's Red Mill, we're big believers in balance, especially when applied to diet. Japanese culture and cuisine demonstrate balance perfectly throughout their meals. A diet rich in vegetables, fruits and local staples like green tea, soy, mushrooms and seaweed, Japanese dishes are overflowing with nutrition. Additionally, the way a meal is cooked plays a considerable role in its nutritional value, and the Japanese culture relies heavily on light cooking methods like steaming and quick frying. To top their healthy eating habits off, many individuals practice the art of Hara Hachi Bu, the habit of eating until you're eighty percent full. It's time to test out your Hara Hachi Bu skills with this Miso and Tahini Cold Soba Noodle Salad. Full of flavor, this salad uses white miso and tahini to boost the flavors of a veggie-rich dish. Served with seared tofu, microgreens, avocado and snap peas, it's a healthy entree that will leave you full and satisfied.

South Indian Cuisine

What Is the Healthiest Cuisine? | Bob's Red MIll Blog We've all heard about Indian food, but what about South Indian Cuisine? South India includes Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Telangana and focuses primarily on plant-based dishes. Like Japanese cuisine, vegetables are a staple and are commonly used to make curries, crepes and sauces. South Indian meals often use spices flavored with a technique known as dry-frying. These spices add flavor to the meal without overloading it with calories, sugar and fat. Alongside vegetables, rice is another common ingredient used in South Indian dishes allowing chefs to create a filling meal without exaggerating it. For a meal that you can make in minutes, try out this Instant Pot Chana Masala Recipe. A traditional Indian dish, this recipe features garbanzo beans and is topped with spiced tomato gravy. A one-pot meal, while it may look quite extravagant when served, this recipe is easy to make and clean up! Naturally gluten free and vegan, it's a great source of plant-based protein that everyone can enjoy.

Italian Food

What Is the Healthiest Cuisine? | Bob's Red MIll Blog When most people think of Italian food, the first dish that comes to mind is pizza. While pizza is an Italian dish, it's not the only one out there. In fact, most Italian dishes are based on local, garden-grown ingredients full of nutrients. When cooking in Italy, whatever grows in the garden is used. This means Italian meals are often loaded with fresh vegetables, greens and in-season fruits. Since food is sourced from local areas, many Italians experience "seasonal eating," indulging in many vegetables and meat in the summer and the opposite in winter. This seasonal eating style allows Italians to entertain in a wide range of nutritious foods and encourages them to deliver flavor to a dish using just a few well-grown ingredients. Most Italian plates are seasoned simply with fresh herbs, olive oil and cheese to create a light, satiating meal. For a light recipe that's loaded with flavor, try out this classic Italian Farro and Kale Risotto with Roasted Tomatoes. A whole-grain alternative to white rice risotto, it's the ideal dinner dish to add to your weekly menu. Flavored with plum tomatoes, olive oil and dry white wine, it will leave your stomach and taste buds satisfied. While this list showcases a few of our favorite healthy cuisines, they're not the only ones out there! The key to success when following a healthy diet is variety. Trying out new recipes and getting creative with nourishing ingredients will ensure that your meals are never dull. Use this list to inspire you to cook with fresh ingredients and techniques you haven't before. We can't wait to see what you come up with!  
Bob's Red Mill
January 11 2020

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