10 Best Mediterranean Cookbooks in 2022 (Registered Dietitian-Reviewed)

This is the ultimate Mediterranean cookbook with everything you need to know about the Mediterranean diet! With over 500 recipes made from easily available ingredients and packed with helpful information, this is more than just a cookbook; it is the Mediterranean diet guidebook. 

With whole chapters devoted to specific good groups, you will find the easy to navigate structure practical and easy to follow. And whether you are looking for easy 30-minute meals or more elaborate recipes, this cookbook has it all. 

Reviewers loved that you do not have to be a seasoned cook to make delicious meals with the recipes in this book and the colorful photographs give you an indication of what to expect. We recommend the digital or spiral-bound version, which can withstand constant use much better than the paperback version. 

If you are looking for a Mediterranean cookbook that will give you not just practical and easy recipes but also a lot of useful info on the Mediterranean diet, this is the book for you.

Complete with a 7-day meal plan and 40 delicious recipes, all you need to get started on a healthy Mediterranean eating plan is right here in this book. Reviewers loved the simple, practical recipes and the tons of helpful info on the Mediterranean diet.

From breakfast recipes to elaborate dinner recipes, this is the beginner's go-to for the basics on the Mediterranean diet. Some reviewers did not like the fact that there were no pictures for the recipes, but overall, this book was highly rated as a great introduction to the diet.

This cookbook is designed to help you fit the healthy Mediterranean diet into your busy lifestyle. With over 100 simple recipes to choose from, you will have a range of options and basic information to guide you through the Mediterranean diet. 

Reviewers loved the well thought-out food lists, tips for cooking, and advice on reading food labels that made the cooking experience so much easier.

This cookbook equips you with all the info you need to make the best out of the Mediterranean diet. Some reviewers felt this cookbook could have been even better if all the recipes had photographs of the finished product.

Who doesn’t love flavor, color and simplicity all in one recipe? Well, there are plenty of those in this Mediterranean cookbook that is designed to make the transition to a healthy lifestyle easy and exciting. 

You will love the full-color photographs that will inspire you to try out the practical and easy recipes in this book. Even for a novice cook, the simple instructions in this cookbook are easy to follow. From one-Pot dishes to elaborate meals for special occasions, this book has a little bit of everything for everyone. 

Reviewers did find that some recipes took some time to make and did not fall under the “weeknight category”. However, the majority felt that there were plenty of recipes that easily work as healthy and delicious weeknight staples.

If all you have is 30 minutes, then that’s all you will need with the 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook. Practical, delicious and more importantly, quick, the recipes in this book are meant to fit into an everyday busy lifestyle.

This book comes complete with suggestions for ingredient substitutions and quantities with equivalent approximate amounts of ingredients indicated meaning there is no guesswork required. 

 Most of the recipes are for four servings, but you can easily adapt the recipe to suit your needs. Some reviewers would have preferred pictures to go with the recipes but overall, this cookbook scored high for practicality and detailed information. 

From Italian to Greek and even Moroccan, this Mediterranean cookbook has over 100 recipes from different cuisines. Reviews loved the flavor-filled recipes that were easy to prepare and ready within an hour. 

This cookbook has recipes for 30-minute recipes for when you are short on time to elaborate meals for special occasions. There are also plenty of vegetarian recipes if you prefer meat-free dishes, so this cookbook has something for everyone.

Fair warning: some of the recipes in this Mediterranean cookbook do take a bit of prep time, so plan your meals in advance to save on time. Other than the lack of pictures to accompany the recipes, reviewers loved this cookbook for its variety and exotic recipes. 

Instant pot recipes are fast and easy, making them perfect for those with a busy schedule. If you are short on time to spend in the kitchen, This Mediterranean cookbook has a great selection of healthy one-dish meals that you will simply love. 

Most recipes in this cookbook are ready in less than an hour so you do not have to spend hours slaving over a stove to enjoy tasty Mediterranean dishes. The only downside some reviewers found was that some of the spices and ingredients required in the exotic recipes were hard to come by.

If you want to use the Mediterranean diet to get back in shape, this is a cookbook worth checking out. Quick, practical and detailed, the 28 day plan will have you kickstarting your weight loss in no time. 

With plenty of useful information including exercises to incorporate into your weight loss plan, this is more than just a cookbook. Reviewers loved the detailed meal plans and the holistic approach to the Mediterranean diet. 

However, this book does have some complicated recipes that may be difficult for a beginner and the ingredients required for some of the recipes are not all budget-friendly. 

If you are vegan and struggling to find Mediterranean cookbooks that are 100% vegan, this cookbook by Donna Klein is meant for you. With recipes for everything from nutritious appetizers to dairy-free desserts, this unique Mediterranean vegan cookbook has all you need to succeed. 

You will love the meal plans at the back of the book that make it super easy to stick with the diet since you can have everything done ahead of time! The only downside most reviewers found was the lack of pictures for each recipe. 

Nothing is worse than a diet full of bland dishes you have to plow through. Fortunately, this Mediterranean cookbook gives you the sunny side of the Mediterranean diet. The recipes in this book are full of color and flavor. 

From a recommended shopping list at the beginning of the book and recommended swaps for people with special dietary concerns, this cookbook is highly rated for its versatile and easy to make recipes.

Whatever your dietary restrictions are (no gluten, no grains, inflammatory oils, dairy, or refined sweeteners) there is a recipe in this Mediterranean cookbook that will suit your needs. Plus, the colorful pictures for every recipe will have you eager to try the amazing recipes.