Mediterranean Diet Strawberry Muffins

Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Mediterranean Diet Strawberry Muffins, a guilt-free treat bursting with naturally sweet flavors and nutritious ingredients. Made with a blend of whole wheat and almond flour, these muffins are perfectly moist thanks to Greek yogurt and extra virgin olive oil, while honey adds a touch of natural sweetness. Fresh, juicy diced strawberries and a hint of zesty lemon brighten each bite, complemented by warm notes of cinnamon. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these heart-healthy muffins are ideal for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Packed with fiber, protein, and Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, they’re a delicious way to fuel your day while staying on track with your healthy lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cups Almond flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cups Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.33 cups Honey
• 0.5 cups Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or low-fat)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cups Fresh strawberries, diced
• 1 teaspoons Lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, greek yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the diced strawberries and lemon zest until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy these Mediterranean Diet Strawberry Muffins as a nutritious and flavorful treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(723.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1861.0

Total Fat 95.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 231.5mg	0%
Sodium 2281.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.3g	0%
Total Sugars 78.9g
Protein 49.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 326.1mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1226.5mg	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: 43.6%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 46.3%