Kitchen Basics
The Mediterranean Pantry Checklist
Print this once and stock your kitchen from scratch. Work through it aisle by aisle — once these are in the cupboard, most of The Kitchen is already within reach. Fresh herbs and produce you'll buy weekly (see the Grocery List).
Oils & Vinegars
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Avocado oil
- Balsamic vinegar
- Red wine vinegar
- White wine vinegar
- Apple cider vinegar
Aromatics & Citrus
- Garlic
- Yellow onions
- Red onions
- Shallots
- Lemons
- Limes
Tomatoes
- San Marzano whole tomatoes
- Diced tomatoes
- Tomato paste
- Sun-dried tomatoes
Mediterranean Favorites
- Kalamata olives
- Castelvetrano olives
- Capers
- Roasted red peppers
Beans & Legumes
- Chickpeas
- Cannellini beans
- Great Northern beans
- Lentils
- White beans
Whole Grains
- Farro
- Quinoa
- Brown rice
- Oats
- Bulgur
- Whole wheat couscous
Nuts & Seeds
- Almonds
- Walnuts
- Pistachios
- Pecans
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sunflower seeds
- Chia seeds
- Flaxseed
- Hemp hearts
- Sesame seeds
Cheeses & Dairy
- Feta
- Parmesan
- Pecorino Romano
- Ricotta
- Fresh mozzarella
- Goat cheese
- Greek yogurt
Dried Herbs & Spices
- Oregano
- Basil
- Thyme
- Rosemary
- Italian seasoning
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- Smoked paprika
- Cumin
- Coriander
- Cinnamon
- Crushed red pepper
- Turmeric
Sweeteners & Nut Butters
- Raw honey
- Maple syrup
- Dates
- Cocoa powder
- Dark chocolate
- Almond butter
- Tahini