A great cookbook with wonderful, delicious recipes. I really enjoyed it.

Many thanks to the author, the publisher, and NetGalley for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

Are you looking to combine a Mediterranean Diet with DASH? Then this is the book for you. This book will be a great addition to your kitchen. The recipes are easy to follow, do not call for tons of ingredients, and are delicious. In the first chapter, there are explanations of the different methods. The book also provides a section on stocking your pantry and talks about food sways, sugars, etc. There is a great deal of information contained in an easy to read and follow format, making cooking and eating healthy easier. Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publishers for the opportunity to review this book.

A good reference for DASH dieters looking for some new healthy recipes. From small plates like roasted olives, to pistachio mint pesto pasta, to berry baked oatmeal, there's something for everyone. Recipes are concise and easy to follow. I only wish there were more photos accompanying the various recipes--there's only one picture at the beginning of every chapter, and then text-only recipes. But otherwise, a good selection for medium-sized libraries and larger.

I really liked the way this cookbook is set up and how clear the instructions are. My husband is a big farro fan and we found a keeper with a farrow with tomato and mushroom recipe. The beginning detailed some of the information about the basics of both the DASH diet, famous for its' low sodium recipes and how well it can intertwine with a Mediterranean style diet. Will definitely refer to this again.

Rockridge Press and NetGalley provided me with an electronic copy of The Mediterranean DASH Diet Cookbook. I was under no obligation to review this book and my opinion is freely given.

The introduction of the cookbook begins with the credentials of the author. As a chef and a registered dietitian, Abbie Gellman has the knowledge needed to create heart healthy recipes with great flavors and textures. The DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) and the Mediterranean diet have similar properties and the recipes reflect that. I love the section "The Best Diet Isn't a Diet", as it explains the necessity for a lifestyle change over just a diet. The author goes through why it works, giving great information about fats, fiber, and how not to sacrifice flavor.

I like how varied the Breakfast section is, as it is not all smoothies and oatmeal. Adventurous eaters can try such recipes as Smoked Salmon Egg Scramble with Dill and Chives; or Fig and Ricotta Toast with Walnuts and Honey. The Snacks, Sides & Small Plates section has such dishes as Cherry Tomato Bruschetta, easy to make, but so flavorful; and Roasted Broccoli with Tahini Yogurt Sauce. The Salads & Soups section has such offerings as Silky Tomato Soup, packed full of vegetables with a creaminess from silken tofu. Vegetarians will love options like Baked Tofu with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Artichokes; and Farro with Roasted Tomatoes and Mushrooms. The Fish & Shellfish Section has flavorful main dishes like Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Artichoke Caponata; and Shrimp Fra Diavolo. The Poultry & Meat section is the most varied, with delicious dishes like Lemon Chicken with Artichokes and Crispy Kale; and Mediterranean Chimichurri Skirt Steak. Sweets, Sauces & Staples has a multitude of recipes for readers to try and enjoy.

I do wish there were more photographs because seeing the finished dishes can be so inspiring. I liked how the cookbook covers everything from breakfast to dinner, as well as everything in between. I would recommend The Mediterranean DASH Diet Cookbook for those looking to try a more healthy eating lifestyle.

This cookbook helps to cook in a more healthful way, especially if guests have health issues...but it's a good idea for all of us to eat more healthfully -- at least some of the time!

The Mediterranean DASH Diet Cookbook by Abbie Gellman is one of the best cookbooks I’ve reviewed all year. I think because Gellman is a nutritionist, she realizes the necessity for variety in one’s diet to incorporate vital vitamins and minerals. Too many of the other cookbooks seemed to have recipes on a few vegetables or grains and left so many out.

Since the Mediterranean diet is based on vegetables, healthy fats, and lean proteins, there were a significant amount of vegetarian recipes which kept me happy. If you’re a pescatarian, you will be delighted with this cookbook as it also has a section of fish-based recipes.

This cookbook immediately inspired me to change my breakfast, which is routine and healthy. I added walnuts and plain Greek yogurt to my morning fruit. Breakfast is important!

The concepts of the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet are highlighted as well as those of the Mediterranean diet. I happen to be one of those people who love salt, which means I probably eat too much, so I’m excited to try the recipes that use herbs, spices, and other means to heighten flavor so that I don’t miss the salt.

I’m thinking about some roasted broccoli with tahini sauce. Want to join me?

If you want to make healthy changes to your diet, definitely check out this cookbook.

I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

If you’re looking to lose weight or are looking for healthier meals, this is a great resource. The recipes are simple and delicious. They even provide some tips at the bottom of some recipes.

Excellent recipes with great flavor profiles, and a good summary of the fundamentals of the DASH diet. Highly recommend.

The recipes are easy to follow so anyone with even basic cooking experience will be able to use this easily, and Gellman really goes over the basic tenants and the benefits of both Mediterranean and DASH diets and why the combination is so beneficial. Lots of varied recipes for all courses - you can really eat by this book and have plenty of variety.

Combining the Mediterranean diet with the DASH diet sounds like the perfect way to get healthy. Unfortunately, this was archived just a few days after my request was approved and I couldn't read the book because it was not provided in Kindle format and I did not have a chance to download it. .

This was an excellent resource for quick, simple. but completely flavorful meals to make using Mediterranean-inspired ingredients and seasonings. The author provides a lot of helpful information for the DASH diet and lifestyle adjustments, all very straightforward and easy to absorb.

I can't stress enough how fantastic these recipes are. Because they're super-simple, I put together a meal of three of them to try -- the roasted harissa carrots, crispy Mediterranean chicken thighs, and French lentil salad with parsley and mint. I messed up the last one by ignoring the author's instruction to splurge on French lentils for it since you need them to hold their shape for a salad and used red lentils in the Instant Pot instead, so it came out a mashed potato-like mush. I went ahead and stirred in the red wine vinegar, olive oil, and seasonings anyway and it ended up so unbelievably good I almost couldn't even believe it.

So my point is these recipes are so good that even if you substitute or mess up a little bit, they still come out amazing. And the whole dinner was around 20 minutes of prep maximum and the rest cooking, but all under an hour. It was so good that my husband and I ate it standing up at the kitchen counter while talking about how good it was. That's embarrassing for me but seriously, they're so good. These will be staples in my kitchen rotation for sure!

The Mediterranean DASH Diet Cookbook is a tutorial, nutritional guide, and recipe collection utilizing the unrefined grains, olive oils, legumes, vegetables, and other items which comprise the DASH/Mediterranean diet. Released 12 Nov 2019 by Rockridge Press, it's 188 pages and available in paperback and ebook formats.

The book has a logical and easy to follow format. The introduction (~12% of the content) introduces the 'diet which isn't a diet', explains some of the benefits of the diet, what it entails, and how to utilize the cookbook.

The introductory chapter is followed by the recipes arranged thematically: breakfasts, snacks & sides, salads & soups, vegetarian, fish & shellfish, poultry & meat, and sweets/sauces/staple ingredients . Each of the recipes includes an introductory description, ingredients listed in a bullet point sidebar (US measurements only, no metric conversions), and step by step instructions. The nutritional info provided is arranged with most major info given (fats, saturated, cholesterol, sodium, potassium, carbohydrates, etc). Almost none of the recipes are photographed, but the ones which are, are photographed well and clearly. Serving suggestions are attractive and appropriate. The lack of photography subtracts a bit (but not much) from the overall experience for me personally. (I like pictures, but realize and accept that they raise the production costs a lot on a book project).

The recipe ingredients themselves are mostly easily sourced and will be available at well stocked grocery stores along with some ingredients being found in international/Asian markets (tahini, sumac, za'atar, etc). The book does not include an index or ingredients list, but does have a metric conversion table.


It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links and references throughout. I've really become enamored of ebooks with interactive formats lately. The book also includes a nice (interactive) links and resources list, and short author bio. For Kindle Unlimited subscribers, this book is included in the KU subscription library to borrow and read for free.

This would be a great selection for folks who like to experiment in the kitchen. The emphasis is on fresh wholesome quality ingredients and simple preparation and presentation. Many of the recipes are easy to double up, making it a good choice for meal-preppers with a little extra effort.

Five stars, definitely worth a look.