Mediterranean Diet Almond Butter Stuffed Dates
Indulge in the natural sweetness of *Mediterranean Diet Almond Butter Stuffed Dates*, a wholesome and irresistible no-bake treat that’s perfect for snacking or entertaining! This simple yet elegant recipe combines gooey Medjool dates with creamy almond butter, crunchy whole almonds, and a sprinkle of sea salt for the ultimate balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, these stuffed dates are gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with protein and healthy fats, making them ideal for a guilt-free, energy-boosting snack. Serve them fresh or chilled for an effortlessly refined touch to your Mediterranean-inspired menu. Perfect for anyone seeking quick, nutritious recipes under the Mediterranean diet philosophy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Medjool dates
- 6 tablespoons Almond butter
- 12 pieces Almonds
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
Instructions
Slice the Medjool dates lengthwise, making sure not to slice all the way through. Carefully remove the pits from each date.
Using a small spoon or a butter knife, fill each date with approximately half a tablespoon of almond butter.
Insert one whole almond into each date, pressing it lightly into the almond butter.
Sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt over the top of each stuffed date to enhance the flavors.
Arrange the stuffed dates on a serving platter or store them in an airtight container.
Serve immediately as a snack or refrigerate them for up to three days, allowing them to slightly firm up and develop flavor further.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.2 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 581 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.9 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.1 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 198.5 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 474 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2688 mg | 57% | |
*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.
