The 5 Best Mediterranean Diet Cookbooks For Making Meals Quick

As Fries

You can craft your very own fries using fresh avocados by coating them in crispy bread crumbs and baking them for a bit. From there, pair them with your favorite dipping sauce or even the spicy aioli that goes along with our easy recipe for Gluten-Free Baked Avocado Fries!

On Toast

We all know and love avocado toast. It's the perfect fare for breakfast, lunch, or dinner that packs a nutritious punch! The most basic way to eat avocado on toast is mashing it with some salt and pepper, but we like to get fancy with it and add veggies, cheese, and homemade dressings like the balsamic-based one included in our Avocado Toast with Balsamic Dressing recipe. You can use any type of bread for this, but toasted sourdough is simply *chef's kiss*.

In Desserts

Avocado desserts are so underrated. You can find recipes for avocado browniesand even healthy ice creams! Our go-to is this Mint Chocolate Chip Avocado Ice Cream served in an adorable avo-shaped chocolate bowl. With sweets like these, you'd never even guess there was avocado included.

In Smoothies

Like frozen bananas add creaminess to any smoothie, avocados can, too! Freezing some slices before blending them creates such a satisfying texture. Try it out using our recipe for Cosmic Brownie Protein Smoothies! These protein-rich drinks deliver a dose of nostalgia in the tastiest way ever.

Stuffed

Eating avocado by itself doesn't always spark joy, which is why it's a good idea to bulk 'em up with fillings! Stuffed avocados are a great way to go for an easy lunch or dinner. Just take our Vegan Stuffed Avocados or Shrimp Stuffed Avocados for a spin to see what the hype is all about.

As Pasta Sauce

Pack your next pasta recipe full of vitamins C, E, K, and B-6, and more using some avocados for the sauce! This Creamy Avocado Pasta makes the whole shebang super easy, since all of the sauce ingredients only need a quick blend in a food processor. It's oh-so creamy, plus the sauce can be used for any kind of pasta combo you'd like.

Greek Yogurt with Honey

6 grams of protein

I swear by a Greek yogurt bowl for breakfast about every day. It's a great way to not only get some protein in, but also some good probiotics! You can eat this sweetened pick alone or in smoothies – either way, it's delicious and packs a yummy protein-rich punch.

Organic Shelled Hemp Seeds

10 grams of protein

Hemp seeds are infamously protein-rich, so they make a great addition to smoothies, bowls, and even salads if you're searching to bulk up your bites.

Egg Frittata

25 grams of protein

These frozen egg frittatas are super filling. Two patties load you up with 25 grams of protein, and they taste just as excellent alone as they do inside DIY breakfast sandwiches. They're also already flavored with cheese and spices, so you won't have to do much on that front!

Spinach & Feta Egg White Burrito

19 grams of protein

The search for an easy grab-and-go breakfast is officially over. This microwavable burrito makes starting your day off with protein super simple!

Greek Chickpeas with Cumin and Parsley

8 grams of protein

The fact that these chickpeas are canned makes them conveniently shelf-stable, so stocking up on 'em could be helpful if you find getting a quick fix of protein kind of challenging. They come pre-seasoned with lemon juice, parsley, salt, cumin, garlic powder, and black pepper, so all you have to do is dump this can on top of pastas or salads for a flavorful protein boost!

Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

12 grams of protein

As fun as prepping overnight oats is, it's even more enjoyable to put in zero work (other than running to the store) and still have something tasty to start the day off with. These cups from TJ's are absolutely the way to go if you're trying to eat a high-protein diet the easy way, since a single one delivers 12 grams of protein.

Premium Salmon Burgers

15 grams of protein

These salmon patties show "real" burgers who's boss. They're super juicy and flavorful, though you might not guess it, given that they come frozen. Each one is loaded up with carrots, celery, onions, and sea salt to complement the lean protein.

Small Curd Cottage Cheese

12 grams of protein

Cottage cheese is the high-protein staple to keep in your fridge to have for a snack, blend into protein desserts, or even dressings and sauces! A single serving has 12 grams of protein, and TJ's version always tastes immaculate.

Wild Skipjack Tuna

22 grams of protein

The tinned fish hype is so real. And though they don't come in tins, these tuna packets are a wonderful source of protein and are the epitome of a versatile food. I like to mix some with mayo and hot sauce to pair with rice and seaweed wraps for an easy lunch!

Sriracha Flavored Baked Tofu

15 grams of protein

Tofu is a great high-protein pick, but setting aside the time to press it, marinate it, and cook it can be a huge hassle for us impatient cooks. Luckily, Trader Joe's has a few flavors of this flavored baked tofu that's ready to eat as-is, or you could heat it up in a pan to go with wraps, sandwiches, and roasted veggies! This one is satisfyingly spicy.

Turkey Burgers

22 grams of protein

A single patty of these turkey burgers carries 22 grams of protein with it. I love having one for an easy lunch, since it only takes around 10 minutes to heat up in a frying pan. From there, you can enjoy it alone or in between some burger buns and condiments!

Roasted & Salted Rosemary Marcona Almonds

6 grams of protein

Looking for a quick snack? These rosemary almonds are perfect for packing on-the-go. I've eaten them practically everywhere, from my desk to the car, and even on hikes. TJ's also has endless types of almonds and other nut-centric trail mixes to choose from if you need a shelf-stable, crunchy protein fix.

Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage

11 grams of protein

This sweet-savory sausage is so versatile for a number of dishes. I like it chopped with roasted zucchini, but also on top of hearty pasta recipes. One serving has 11 grams of protein, and the best part is I never feel weighed down after eating it, since it's based in chicken rather than pork or beef.

Chickpea Fusilli Pasta

11 grams of protein

Protein pasta can be pretty hit or miss, but this TJ's chickpea-derived take is a total hit. One serving has 11 grams of protein, plus plenty of fiber to keep the gut healthy!

Peanut Butter Protein Granola

11 grams of protein

It's no understatement to say I am addicted to putting this protein granola on my Greek yogurt bowls! Its flavor is pretty strong on the peanut butter front, which I think is nice, because I don't always feel like scooping out creamy PB from a jar to get my protein in.

Pulled Chicken Salsa Verde

18 grams of protein

This pulled chicken is gonna save you so much time in the kitchen. All it requires is a few minutes in the microwave, and boom: you've got an easy protein to put on salads, sammies, wraps, and more! I've used it for enchiladas before and they turned out so yum.

Shelled Edamame

9 grams of protein

Edamame is a great high-protein snack to fix yourself if you're craving something salty and crunchy! These little beans are already shelled, which makes snack time unbelievably easy.

Typology Tinted Serum

Want that natural, french girl skin? This tinted serum is the key! It's vegan and made with squalane, aloe vera, and vitamin C, which is essential for hydrated and healthy looking skin with a bit of tint for coverage. I love a tinted serum because they're somewhat dual purpose, both giving your skin coverage and making it healthier.

Rouje Beauty Beach Waves Hair Set

I've shopped from Rouje (founded by Jeanne Dumas, french style icon) for quite a while, and their pieces never miss! Alongside their exceptional fashion selection, they've launched a beauty section that's just as good! This hair set with hairspray, hair oil, a chic comb, and makeup bag couldn't get any cuter. This is how you get the messy, texturized, french girl hair that's all over pinterest! I couldn't be more obsessed!

Rouje Beauty Blush and Highlight Palette

Another Rouje Beauty item, because this palette will be essential to getting that natural, dewy french girl skin! And it has everything you need in one palette. You have a lip color, blush, and highlighter to give you a glass-skin glow! It's an all-in-one product that I adore.

L'Occitane Almond Shower Oil

I must confess...I have a serious addiction to this product. It's an almond shower gel that smells like heaven. L'Occitane is an OG french brand that's made in the South of Francenear Provence, and this gel has to be an absolute favorite of mine. It starts off as an oil that emulsifies with water to make a shower gel, and it smells absolutely phenomenal. This is a product I use every single day without fail. Fair warning: you will definitely get addicted to it too.

Caudalie Elixir Spray

I've used this spray for over a decade, and no I'm not exaggerating. Caudalie is a french beauty brand that I use religiously, and I've tried almost every product — none of them disappoint. This spray is a daily ritual for me, every morning and every night. It has this fresh scent and cooling mist that relaxes you, making you feel so refreshed. Plus, this spray acts as a toner and really works as a great base for your skincare. A 100/10 french brand for me! Xoxo, a devoted Caudalie stan.

Violette FR Bisou Balm

This brand was started by Violette, a young french woman who was the Creative Director of Makeup at Guerlain at only 33 years old. Needless to say, she has quite a trusted resume in the beauty industry. This brand, Violette FR, is one I used often. I love their skincare products, and have heard raving reviews of her makeup as well. This Bisou Balm is the key to a tinted lip with some color and hydration! This is the quintessential french style — some coverage, but never too much!

Violette FR Bisou Blush

Want rosy french-girl cheeks? This bison blush is just the thing you need! This would be the perfect travel size item to throw in your bag to touch up your cheeks and lips on the go!

Avene Eue Thermal Spray

I had to add another spray because this is a french girl must-have! I keep a travel-size in my purse and spray it whenever I feel like I need some touch-ups or hydration. I love this french brand, and always stop at the pharmacy in France to grab plenty of their products to take home.

Embryolisse Moisturizer

This moisturizer is one of my favorites I've ever used! It's so rich and thick, and it works as the best primer to sit under your makeup. Almost every french girl beauty tutorial I've seen swears by this moisturizer, so definitely run to pick this one up on Amazon!

Bioderma Micellar Water

And now we have the last step in our beauty routine: makeup remover! This is seriously such a go-to when it comes to removing makeup and getting it all off. I've been using this for years and it really is one of the best makeup removers and micellar waters. An essential in your french girl routine!