Mayo Clinic

About Mayo Clinic

The Mayo Clinic eating approach prioritizes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats while minimizing added sugars and highly processed foods. It encourages sustainable habits over quick fixes.

Build simple, colorful plates, plan fiber‑rich snacks, and cook more at home. Use herbs, spices, and citrus to keep meals satisfying with modest sodium.

FAQs

What are the Mayo Clinic Diet basics?

Emphasize vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats while limiting added sugars and highly processed foods. Build plates with plenty of produce.

How does weight loss fit in?

It focuses on sustainable habits and sensible portions rather than strict rules—think high‑fiber, low energy‑density foods for fullness.

Recipes tagged "Mayo Clinic"

Golden Harvest Penne with Mediterranean Chicken & Sun-Kissed Pepper Cream

This 'Golden Harvest Penne' elevates comfort food to a gourmet level, featuring tender Mediterranean-spiced chicken breast and a vibrant medley of roasted vegetables tossed with whole wheat penne. The signature creamy sauce, crafted from sun-kissed roasted red bell peppers and rich cashews, offers a luxurious texture and deep flavor without heavy creams, making it a truly heart-healthy and delicious creation. Toasted pine nuts add a delightful crunch, crowning this wholesome, competition-worthy dish perfectly aligned with Mayo Clinic's focus on balanced nutrition and whole foods.

Comfort Food Heart Healthy Mayo Clinic+2

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Mediterranean Golden Penne: Creamy Chicken with Roasted Tomatoes & Basil

A vibrant, heart-healthy pasta dish featuring tender pan-seared chicken, whole-wheat penne, and a luscious, light cream sauce made from slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil. Enriched with low-fat cottage cheese and fresh spinach, this dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, finished with a sprinkle of low-sodium Parmesan and crispy whole-wheat breadcrumbs.

Comfort Food Heart Healthy Low-sodium+2

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Award-Winning Velvety Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Penne

A vibrant, heart-healthy pasta dish featuring tender pan-seared chicken, whole wheat penne, and a luxurious, naturally creamy sauce made from fire-roasted red bell peppers and aromatic smoked paprika. Brightened with fresh spinach and a hint of lemon, this comfort-food classic is reimagined with a focus on balanced nutrition, layered flavors, and an unforgettable velvety texture, perfect for a Mayo Clinic-friendly diet.

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Mediterranean Chicken & Roasted Red Pepper Penne with Creamy White Bean Sauce

A vibrant, heart-healthy pasta dish featuring tender pan-seared chicken, whole-grain penne, and a luscious, dairy-free sauce crafted from roasted red peppers and cannellini beans. Finished with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for an award-winning texture and flavor experience.

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Za'atar-Spiced Cod with Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables & Lemon-Tahini Drizzle

A vibrant, heart-healthy dish featuring flaky cod seasoned with aromatic Za'atar, roasted alongside colorful Mediterranean vegetables, served over fluffy herbed quinoa, and finished with a zesty lemon-tahini drizzle. Designed for balanced nutrition, high fiber, and extremely low sodium.

Gluten-free Heart Healthy High Fiber+3

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Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl with Lemon-Herb Baked Salmon

A vibrant and healthy meal featuring heart-healthy fats, lean protein, and fiber-rich quinoa, perfect for a Mayo Clinic-aligned diet.

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Mediterranean Lemon Herb Baked Salmon with Asparagus & Quinoa

A heart-healthy and flavorful meal featuring lean protein, vibrant vegetables, and wholesome grains, perfect for those following Mayo Clinic dietary guidelines.

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