Greek Vegetarian Encyclopedia

Greek cooking offers a dazzling array of greens, beans, and other vegetables-a vibrant, flavorful table that celebrates the seasons and regional specialties like none other. In this authoritative, exuberant cookbook, renowned culinary expert Diane Kochilas shares recipes for cold and warm mezes, salads, pasta and grains, stews and one-pot dishes, baked vegetable and bean specialties, stuffed vegetables, soup, savory pies and basic breads, and dishes that feature eggs and greek yogurt. Heart-Healthy classic dishes, regional favorites, and inspired innovations, The Greek Vegetarian pays tribute to one of the world's most venerable and healthful cuisines that play a major component in the popular Mediterranean Diet.

Diane Kochilas is the author of The Food and Wine of Greece, about which The Washington Post wrote, "There has never been a better, more comprehensive book on Green cuisine." Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Saveur, Cook's Illustrated, and Bon Appetit. She divides her time between New York City and Athens.