🍎🥕 Mediterranean Oatmeal, Apple & Carrot Bake
No Sugar • No Flour • Naturally Sweet
📝 Description
This wholesome Mediterranean-inspired bake combines rolled oats with grated apple and carrot for natural sweetness, moisture, and fiber—no added sugar or flour needed. Lightly spiced and gently sweet from fruit, it’s perfect for breakfast, snack time, or a healthy dessert. Simple, filling, and great for clean eating.
🧾 Ingredients
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1½ cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
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1 large apple, grated (with skin)
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1 medium carrot, finely grated
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2 large eggs
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt or unsweetened plant yogurt
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2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp baking powder
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or raisins
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Grease or line a small baking dish.
2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk eggs, yogurt, olive oil, vanilla, and cinnamon.
3️⃣ Add Fruit & Veg
Stir in grated apple and carrot.
4️⃣ Add Dry Ingredients
Fold in oats, baking powder, salt, and optional nuts or raisins.
5️⃣ Bake
Pour into baking dish and smooth the top.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
6️⃣ Cool & Serve
Let cool 10 minutes before slicing.
🌿 Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm with a spoon of Greek yogurt
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Drizzle with almond butter
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Enjoy cold as a grab-and-go breakfast bar
❓ Q & A
Q: Is this recipe really sugar-free?
A: Yes! There’s no added sugar—only natural sweetness from apple and carrot.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes. Replace eggs with 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 5 tbsp water).
Q: Is this good for weight loss?
A: Yes, when eaten in moderation. It’s high in fiber, filling, and free from refined carbs.
Q: Can I cook this on the stovetop?
A: Yes! Cook like thick oatmeal on low heat, stirring often.
Q: How long does it last?
A: Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze individual portions.
