Mediterranean Diet Skillet Dinners Meal Plan (September 18)
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Recipes in this week’s meal plan are Mediterranean Diet Skillet Dinners packed with delicious flavors and health benefits of a Mediterranean lifestyle. Most of these mouthwatering recipes are made in a single skillet to help streamline cooking and cleanup for a busy week.

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What is the great thing about the Mediterranean diet? There are no intense restrictions or off-limit food groups. The meals are incredibly delicious and often simple to make. Desserts you ask? Yep– those too, in moderation. You’ll see which treat I picked in the menu below.
But first, let’s talk about what a Mediterranean lifestyle is, because this “Diet” is all about the lifestyle instead of a list of do’s and don’ts.
Mediterranean Lifestyle
Here are some loose guidelines in adopting a Mediterranean Diet lifestyle:
- Eats lots of fruits and veggies which are nutrient-dense, loaded with fiber, aids digestion, and full of anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Add more fish and lean protein to your weekly eating. Fresh fish provides healthy omega-3 fatty acids and a variety of vitamins. And lean chicken is rich in protein. The key is to keep a healthy balance in food choices.
- Incorporate legumes and healthy grains. These plant-based options are full of fiber, and protein, and will help keep you full!
- Savor life, enjoy friends, and be grateful. A Mediterranean Diet lifestyle is all about slowing down, eating mindfully, enjoying the people around you, and being grateful for the beautiful life you have.
Now, let’s take a look at this week’s menu!
Mediterranean Diet Skillet Dinners Menu
Monday’s dinner is a delicious soup filled with healthy plant protein, nutrients, and fall flavor! Add whole grain bread and a large green salad to round out the meal.
Tuesday’s dinner is a skillet chicken dinner with September-perfect veggies, all made in 20 minutes.
Wednesday’s dinner is a personal favorite. If you love curry, this will be a soup you’ll make often. Packed with healthy grains and lots and lots of flavor, it’s hearty and delicious.
Thursday’s dinner is a simple salmon skillet recipe that’s quick and easy to make in no time. Add a healthy grain and veggies… or a seasonal salad filled with tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion. A 10 Minute Greek Salad comes to mind for Thursday’s dinner!
Friday’s dinner is a Southwestern-flavored skillet dinner perfect for serving family style. Prep the grain ahead of time for a quick-cook meal. If you have an Instant Pot or multi-cooker, see How to Perfectly Cook 1 Minute Instant Pot Quinoa.
The Treat this week is all about pumpkin spice.
Have a beautiful week!

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Mediterranean Diet Skillet Dinners Meal Plan (September 18)
- Monday: Garlicky Spinach and Chickpea Soup
- Tuesday: 20 Minute Creamy Skillet Chicken
- Wednesday: Curry Lentil Soup
- Thursday: Easy Honey Garlic Salmon
- Friday: Southwestern Chicken Quinoa Bake
- Treat: Healthy Pumpkin Muffins
Mediterranean Diet Skillet Dinners Meal Plan (September 18)
This week's menu is Mediterranean Diet Skillet Dinners packed with mouthwatering flavors & health benefits of this popular lifestyle diet.
Monday: Garlicky Spinach and Chickpea Soup with Lemon and Pecorino Romano
“I love that this soup begins all North African... with warm notes of things like coriander and cumin and ends Italian style, with a pour of extra-virgin olive oil (the good stuff) and a shower of grated Pecorino Romano cheese. If you skip the cheese, you will not know what you’re missing; it rounds out the flavor in the best way possible.”
Tuesday: 20-Minute Creamy Skillet Chicken with Corn, Tomato & Basil
This saucy 20-minute chicken recipe features fresh summer corn, tomatoes and basil. Serve this light and tangy quick dinner over pasta or brown rice.
Wednesday: Curry Lentil Soup
Curry Lentil Soup is naturally vegan, packed with curry flavors, turmeric, and ginger, and is utterly delicious. Simple to make in 30 minutes or less, it's a must cook for soup season!
Thursday: Easy Honey Garlic Salmon Recipe
This Honey Garlic Salmon recipe is one of the easiest ways to cook salmon. It’s one-pan meal that’s both sweet and savory with a delicious sauce made with simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. Plus, this flavorful, delicious seafood dinner is ready in about 15 minutes!
Friday: Southwestern Chicken Quinoa Bake with Spinach
When it comes to easy weeknight dinners, this Southwestern Chicken Quinoa Bake with Spinach is the best! Loaded with healthy nutrients and protein, not to mention incredible Southwestern flavor, it’s a family favorite every time it shows up on the dinner table.
Treat: Healthy Pumpkin Muffins with No Refined Sugar
These Healthy Pumpkin Muffins contain no refined sugar and make the most delicious pumpkin spice muffins. Packed with the warm spices you expect, they are a no-guilt, healthier treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert in the fall.
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