{"id":6909,"date":"2025-11-06T14:32:04","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T14:32:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mindfulchef.com\/blog\/?p=6909"},"modified":"2025-11-06T17:37:50","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T17:37:50","slug":"why-greek-extra-virgin-olive-oil-is-perfect-for-autumn-cooking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mindfulchef.com\/blog\/why-greek-extra-virgin-olive-oil-is-perfect-for-autumn-cooking\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Greek extra virgin olive oil is perfect for autumn cooking"},"content":{"rendered":"

Add more nutrition and flavour to your autumn Mindful Chef meals, with a drizzle of Greek extra virgin olive oil from Citizens of Soil. <\/span>Organic and regeneratively farmed, high in polyphenols, and sourced by an olive oil sommelier, it\u2019s the EVOO we love and trust.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Olive oil has been a superfood since antiquity and it\u2019s one of the reasons the Mediterranean diet, with olive oil at its core, is considered one of the world\u2019s healthiest ways to eat. It\u2019s packed with polyphenols, which are powerful antioxidants, and rich in monounsaturated fats that support balanced cholesterol. <\/span>This organic Greek extra virgin from Citizens of Soil doesn\u2019t only bring nutritional value to the plate, it\u2019s full of vibrant flavour too. <\/span>Fresh and buttery, with aromas of fresh-cut grass and apple, it has a pleasant cracked pepper finish. It\u2019s a super versatile oil that works beautifully over salads, soups, stews, sauteed vegetables, and even ice cream!<\/span>
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\n<\/span>As we move further into Autumn, we\u2019re craving warming, comforting meals, without sacrificing our health. Citizens of Soil\u2019s Greek extra virgin olive oil brings even more depth of flavour to these dishes, with added nutritional value.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n


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Creamy Sundried Tomato & Butterbean Casserole<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

Olive oil over butterbeans is an absolute must-try. Italian-inspired comfort food at its finest. The rich flavours of this casserole are lifted by the herby and fruity notes of Citizens of Soil Greek olive oil. <\/span>A lot of the nutritious elements in vegetables need fat to be absorbed effectively, so <\/span>when you drizzle it over your broccoli,<\/span> you\u2019re actually helping your body soak up their vitamins and nutrients. Finishing your greens with EVOO effectively gives your body an easier pathway to all the phytonutrients it craves.
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British Lamb & Aubergine Moussaka with Feta Topping<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

Greek olive oil for a classically Greek dish: moussaka. Citizens of Soil olive oil adds vibrant notes to this hearty dish, combining perfectly with the gooey aubergine and warm spices. Plus, it gives the side salad a lovely peppery lift. Try Citizens of Soil\u2019s Greek extra virgin olive oil with Mindful Chef\u2019s <\/span>vegan Moussaka<\/span><\/a> too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pesto meatballs with roasted fennel & tomato sauce<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

Citizens of Soil Greek extra virgin olive oil helps elevate this dish at every stage \u2014 brown the meatballs, roast the fennel, and add a finishing drizzle to maximise the flavour and nutrition of this autumnal meal. The EVOO really sings with the fresh chives and juicy olives.<\/p>\n

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Dukkah Salmon with Roasted Carrots & Quinoa<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

A drizzle of Citizens of Soil Greek extra virgin olive oil really lifts this dish. Mix it through the quinoa to add herbaceous flavour, and drizzle it over salmon to finish, it helps the deep flavours of nutty dukkah really come alive.<\/p>\n

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Aubergine Penne with Tahini Dressing<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

Extra virgin olive oil is a key ingredient in Middle Eastern cooking, so drizzle Citizens of Soil over this perfect pasta dish and bring the best of the Mediterranean and the Middle East together. Reserving some pasta water, and adding a good glug of EVOO gives this pasta a super creamy texture, perfect for a comforting night in.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Shop Citizens of Soil’s extra virgin oil by logging into your Mindful Chef account and heading to our Ready to Go range. It’s the perfect pairing for your autumn Mindful Chef recipes.<\/p>\n

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Add more nutrition and flavour to your autumn Mindful Chef meals, with a drizzle of Greek extra virgin olive oil from Citizens of Soil. Organic and regeneratively farmed, high in polyphenols, and sourced by an olive oil sommelier, it\u2019s the EVOO we love and trust. Olive oil has been a superfood since antiquity and it\u2019s…<\/p>\n

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