Mediterranean Diet Pistachio Pastry

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of the Mediterranean with these Mediterranean Diet Pistachio Pastries—delicate, golden triangles of buttery phyllo dough brimming with a sweet and spiced pistachio filling. This recipe features the perfect balance of texture and flavor, with crunchy pistachios, fragrant cinnamon, a hint of cloves, and a zesty touch of lemon. A honey-lemon glaze adds a final layer of indulgence, making these pastries both delectable and visually stunning. Ideal for dessert or a refined tea-time treat, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is easy to prepare, with just 30 minutes of prep time, and yields a batch of eight perfectly portioned servings. Whether you're following the Mediterranean diet or simply looking for a unique pastry to impress your guests, these flaky, nutty delights are sure to become a favorite. Perfect for those searching for "phyllo dough recipes" or "Mediterranean dessert ideas," this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 sheets Phyllo dough sheets
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 150 grams Pistachios, shelled
• 4 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 50 milliliters Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking tray.

Step 2

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat and set aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the pistachios or pulse them in a food processor until they resemble coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, 2 tablespoons of honey, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and lemon zest. Mix well and set aside.

Step 5

On a clean, flat surface, lay out one sheet of phyllo dough and brush it lightly with melted butter. Place another sheet on top and repeat the process until you have a stack of 4 buttered sheets.

Step 6

Cut the phyllo stack lengthwise into three equal strips.

Step 7

Place 1 tablespoon of the pistachio filling at one end of each strip. Fold the corner of the dough over the filling to form a triangle. Continue folding the strip in a triangular manner, brushing with butter after each fold, until you reach the end of the strip.

Step 8

Repeat the stacking, cutting, filling, and folding process with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.

Step 9

Arrange the pastries on the prepared baking tray, brush them with a little more butter, and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 10

While the pastries bake, combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of honey, fresh lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 11

Once the pastries are done, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Brush each pastry with the honey-lemon syrup and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(644.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2535.3

Total Fat 164.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 221.4mg	0%
Sodium 1393.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 80.0g
Protein 50.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 224.4mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 1828.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.6%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 36.8%