Elena Paravantes, MS, RD

With over 25 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Recipe Creator, Educator and Food Editor, Elena Paravantes is a recognized authority on the Mediterranean Diet, Cuisine, Lifestyle and wellness. She is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, with the U.S. Commission on Dietetic Registration. Combining her extensive professional experience with personal roots in Greece, Elena’s expertise goes beyond theoretical knowledge—this way of eating has been a part of her life since childhood, she has been raised on the Mediterranean Diet. She has collaborated with prestigious institutions such as Yale University, Loyola University, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and has contributed to media outlets including CNN, Men’s Health, Prevention, and U.S. News & World Report. As the founder of OliveTomato.com, the authoritative resource on the Authentic Mediterranean diet, and the author of The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Beginners (with over 100,000 copies sold), Elena brings a wealth of knowledge, credibility, and firsthand experience, combining her extensive clinical background, global expertise, and deep-rooted passion for the Mediterranean diet to provide authentic, science-backed guidance. She has helped thousands of individuals and organizations adopt healthier lifestyles through her expert guidance and recipes, empowering them to embrace the Mediterranean diet and its numerous health benefits.
Elena’s career spans clinical dietetics, food and nutrition consulting, and education, as a lecturer at the American College of Greece, mentored future nutrition professionals, and developed courses on nutrition and wellness. She is a sought-after speaker, having been invited to present at international conferences and universities on topics related to Mediterranean nutrition, health, and lifestyle. Elena was named Recognized Dietitian of the Year by the International Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and served as President of the American Overseas Dietetic Association.