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20 Mediterranean Diet Snacks That Just Hit the Spot

August 12, 2024 by Donna Dizon Leave a Comment

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There is just something about the Mediterranean Diet that is appealing. Even if you aren’t strict about what you eat and you are not trying to eat healthier there is something so incredibly yummy about all the food that we associate from that region. 

Sometimes, when you are looking for a little snack, you just want a yummy and healthy option. These Mediterranean diet snacks are the perfect answer!

Mediterranean Cucumber Salad With Tomato, Parsley, and Onion

Mediterranean Cucumber Salad with Tomato, Parsley, and Onion.
Image Credit: Mandi Of The Mountains.

This Mediterranean cucumber salad is a fresh and effortless side dish you’ll want to make all the time! It’s a light and refreshing combination of cucumber and tomato that doesn’t require any cooking, just six simple ingredients.

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Cucumber Salad with Tomato, Parsley, and Onion

Garlic Pita Bread Chips 

Garlic Pita Bread Chips (as Snack/Appetizer, Toasted).
Image Credit: The Fruity Jem.

This toasted pita garlic bread makes an ideal snack or appetizer for any event. With its irresistible crunch and rich flavor, these garlic pita chips can be prepared in just 20 minutes from beginning to end!

Get the Recipe: Garlic Pita Bread Chips 

Easy Greek Nachos With Tzaziki

Easy Greek Nachos with Tzaziki.
Image Credit: Little Nomad’s Recipes.

This year, add a Greek twist to your nachos! Top the traditional corn tortillas with cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, garlic-oregano marinated tomatoes, red onions, and homemade tzatziki to make them the highlight of your summer table!

Get the Recipe: Easy Greek Nachos with Tzaziki

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod.
Image Credit: Xoxo Bella.

You’ve got to try this insanely delicious sheet-pan Mediterranean cod recipe for flaky, perfectly cooked, deeply flavored cod filets. This quick meal has classic Greek ingredients that you will love.

Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod

Israeli Salad

Israeli Salad.
Image Credit: The Forked Spoon.

Israeli Salad is a colorful and cherished dish featuring finely diced cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, all mixed with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing. It’s versatile enough to be served at any meal, whether as part of a mezze platter or as an accompaniment to your main dishes.

Get the Recipe: Israeli Salad

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Quinoa Tabbouleh.
Image Credit: Joyful Balance.

Quinoa Tabbouleh is an excellent dish to prepare over the weekend and enjoy in different ways throughout the week, adding flavor and variety to your meals. It goes well with crackers as a dip or can be included in a complete meal, like a salad or a Buddha bowl.

Get the Recipe: Quinoa Tabbouleh

Muhamara (Red Pepper and Walnut Dip)

MUHAMARA (RED PEPPER AND WALNUT DIP).
Image Credit: Meriendas de Pasion.

The Syrian vegetable dip known as muhammara, a vibrant blend of red peppers and walnuts, is rich in flavors and spices. It can be prepared in just 20 minutes, offering a wholesome and savory snack option.

Get the Recipe: Muhamara (Red pepper and walnut dip)

Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl With Chicken

Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Chicken.
Image Credit: CopyKat Recipes.

The Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Chicken is an ideal healthy choice to recreate in your kitchen. Brimming with fresh grilled chicken and nutritious, protein-rich quinoa, this warm grain bowl is a delightful option for both lunch and dinner. The best part is that you can easily prepare it at home and tailor it to your preferences.

Get the Recipe: Panera Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Chicken

Mediterranean Bruschetta With Feta

Mediterranean Bruschetta with Feta.
Image Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

Brimming with fresh summer produce such as vine-ripened tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and aromatic herbs, this simple Mediterranean bruschetta adorned with tangy feta cheese and olives makes an ideal appetizer for your summer get-togethers. Moreover, it’s hearty enough to serve as a light lunch on those sweltering days when cooking is out of the question.

Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Bruschetta with Feta

Banana Oat Granola Clusters in the Air Fryer

Banana Oat Granola Clusters in the Air Fryer.
Image Credit: Nkechi Ajaeroh.

Vegan Banana Oat Granola Clusters have become our latest craze, especially when made in the air fryer. These clusters are not only my daughter’s preferred snack, but also a fun activity we enjoy together. I stumbled upon this recipe on TikTok and Pinterest back in 2021 and it has been a weekly staple ever since.

Get the Recipe: Banana Oat Granola Clusters in the Air Fryer

Walnut, Fig and Chocolate Easy Raw Vegan Snack

Walnut, Fig and Chocolate Easy Raw Vegan Snack.
Image Credit: Refresh My Health.

An easy raw vegan dessert or snack can be made with just three simple ingredients in under one minute. It’s refined-sugar-free, vegan, gluten-free, and truly satisfying.

Get the Recipe: Walnut, Fig and Chocolate Easy Raw Vegan Snack

Naturally Gluten-Free Hummus Recipe

Naturally Gluten-Free Hummus Recipe: An Easy Vegan Dip.
Image Credit: Kibitz Spot.

This easy-to-prepare hummus is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, offering a rich and savory flavor ideal for snacks, meals, or parties. Crafted from simple ingredients, the recipe features tahini and chickpeas, providing a nutritious and delicious vegan option.

Get the Recipe: Naturally Gluten-Free Hummus Recipe: An Easy Vegan Dip

Easy Mediterranean Flatbread (With Naan and Hummus)

Easy Mediterranean Flatbread (with Naan and Hummus).
Image Credit: Love Incredible Recipes.

This simple Mediterranean flatbread recipe uses naan and hummus, topped with roasted onions and red peppers for a delicious meal. It’s quick and easy to prepare with just a few ingredients!

Get the Recipe: Easy Mediterranean Flatbread (with Naan and Hummus)

Vegan Wraps With Hummus

Vegan Wraps with Hummus.
Image Credit: Happy Kitchen.

Create this delightful vegan wrap and savor the spectrum of flavors! This simple hummus vegetable wrap is quick to prepare, vibrant, refreshing, and flavorful, and it’s brimming with fiber, plant-based protein, and vital nutrients.

Get the Recipe: Vegan Wraps with Hummus

Mercimek Kofte (Vegan Lentil Meatballs)

Mercimek Kofte (Vegan Lentil Meatballs).
Image Credit: Cooking Gorgeous.

Mercimek Köfte, or Turkish Vegan Lentil Meatballs, is a nutritious and tasty dish from Turkey. It’s prepared with fine bulgur, red lentils, onions, tomato and red pepper paste, along with a blend of spices.

Get the Recipe: Mercimek Kofte (Vegan Lentil Meatballs)

Lazy Slow Cooker Baba Ghanoush

Lazy Slow Cooker Baba Ghanoush.
Image Credit: The Lazy Slow Cooker.

Slow-cooker baba ghanoush is a super easy way to make a delicious homemade version of this Middle Eastern specialty. It is a healthy and wonderful dip made from fresh eggplant.

Get the Recipe: Lazy Slow Cooker Baba Ghanoush

Easy Tahini Sauce Dip 

Easy Tahini Sauce Dip (Whole30, Paleo).
Image Credit: Chew Out Loud.

This incredibly simple Tahini Sauce Dip is not only delicious and satisfying but also perfect for guilt-free dipping. It’s an excellent healthy addition to lunch or dinner and is Whole30 compliant, making it suitable for everyone.

Get the Recipe: Easy Tahini Sauce Dip 

Marinated Warm Olives

Marinated Warm Olives.
Image Credit: Marcellina in Cusina.

Italian marinated warm olives make a delightful complement to an antipasto platter. They can be easily prepared at home in just 10 minutes! Yum!!

Get the Recipe: Marinated Warm Olives

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