There’s so much that makes Mediterranean cooking sing. Of course, there are the fabulous ingredients like olives, olive oil, whole grains, fresh fruit and vegetables, seafood, and nuts. But part of the joy is having plenty of time to enjoy them—it’s not uncommon for people to linger for hours over traditional Mediterranean meals.

But even if you can’t find that kind of time to savor, it isn’t hard to include Mediterranean ingredients in your menus. (For instance, cook with olive oil, toss black olives onto your salad, and sprinkle nuts on your cereal.) Plus, many experts think this is a smart style of eating, because most of the fat in these foods comes from monounsaturated fats.

So take a few moments to check out all of the delicious and easy Mediterranean-inspired recipes My Food and Family has to offer. Here are three to get you started:

For a snack, try a serving of Creamy Mediterranean Dip. Keep the ingredients on hand for drop-in guests and last-minute gatherings.

Build a meal around Chicken Mediterranean. Just add a side salad or grilled vegetables and some toasted triangles of whole wheat pita. Finish with a favorite Italian dessert—CRYSTAL LIGHT Strawberry Granita, which is a little bit like sorbet or Italian ice.

Pack your lunch box with a Mediterranean Wrap Sandwich. Or serve these quick and easy wraps for dinner on a hectic night—just set out the ingredients and let family members assemble their own. The lean protein comes from OSCAR MAYER Honey Smoked White Turkey. The Mediterranean flavor, from strips of cucumber and red pepper, plus a little KRAFT Mayo with Olive Oil Reduced Fat Mayonnaise.

Buon appetito!