Tag: Olive bread

Bread has been a staple in Mediterranean cuisine for millennia, with archaeological evidence in modern-day Jordan dating flatbread to over 14,000 years ago. Today, the region's diverse cultures enjoy a wide variety of baked goods, but what bread do they eat in the Mediterranean exactly? The answer is a delicious and varied reflection of local traditions and ingredients.

According to Mediterranean diet principles, incorporating olives and olive oil offers significant health benefits, yet many wonder: is olive bread good for you? The answer depends heavily on the recipe, particularly the type of flour and the amount of olives and salt used.

A surprising number of traditional bread recipes are naturally vegan, containing just flour, water, yeast, and salt. While this means a classic olive bread *can* be vegan, store-bought varieties frequently include animal-derived ingredients, so a careful review is essential for those following a plant-based diet.