April Mediterranean Meal Plan + Suggested Meal Prep + Grocery List
Are you ready for the April Mediterranean meal plan?
Are you ready for April’s Mediterranean meal plan?
Springtime menus naturally call for fresh, lighter fare—and you’ll notice I was especially inspired by the sunny flavor of lemons and lemon zest in these recipes. The sunshine here at home is making me more than ready for refreshing, light flavors. And with the busyness of spring and in honor of National Stress Awareness Month, I am featuring meals that are quick, easy, and stress-free. Think one-pot meals and make-ahead meal prep that makes life just a little simpler. As we journey into this busy season leading up to summer, fresh, unprocessed ingredients and simple cooking techniques help us enjoy nourishing and satisfying meals inspired by the Mediterranean way of eating.
April Vibes: Fresh, Light & Seasonal Simplicity
New Recipes This Month:
Find these recipes under the “Recipes & Meal Plans” Tab
Lemon Blueberry Muffins
You know I love a good muffin—whether it’s for a quick breakfast or an easy snack. The other day, I was craving something fresh and flavorful when I spotted a lemon-blueberry bar and thought, I have to make something with that combo!
One Pan Greek Lemon Chicken with Potatoes & Artichokes
We all need a go-to, one-pan chicken dish that’s full of flavor and always hits the spot—and this Greek lemon chicken with potatoes and artichokes is just that. It’s simple to make, with fresh spring vegetables and bursting with lemon and lemon zest flavors.
Spring Farro with Asparagus, Snap Peas and Radishes
Farro is one of my favorite whole grains—nutty, hearty, and incredibly versatile. On the Mediterranean diet, we recommend choosing whole grains like farro, brown rice, and quinoa instead of processed and refined grains. Whole grains retain their fiber and nutrient content, while many nutrients are lost when grains are processed and refined.
Steak Skillet with Spring Vegetables and Spicy Mustard Sauce
While the Mediterranean Diet doesn’t center around red meat, when we do enjoy it, we make sure it’s something special—and this steak skillet is just that. I first spotted the recipe on the Sur La Table website while browsing for kitchen gear. It originally came from
Below you'll find:
The complete April meal plan
Suggested meal prep tips
A handy grocery list
Scroll down to download & print the PDFs to get started on your Mediterranean meal-planning journey!