🫒 Mediterranean Protein Balls with Oats
No-Bake • High-Protein • Wholesome
🧺 Ingredients (Makes 12–14 balls)
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1 cup rolled oats
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½ cup natural nut butter (almond, peanut, or tahini)
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¼ cup raw honey or date syrup
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¼ cup ground walnuts or almonds
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2 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseed
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp cinnamon
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Pinch sea salt
Optional Add-Ins (Mediterranean-Friendly):
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2 tbsp dark chocolate chips
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2 tbsp dried cranberries or chopped dates
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1 tbsp orange zest
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1 scoop plain or vanilla protein powder
👩🍳 Instructions
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Mix
In a bowl, combine oats, nut butter, honey, nuts, seeds, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
Stir until a thick dough forms. -
Chill (Optional but Helpful)
Refrigerate 10–15 minutes if mixture feels soft. -
Roll
Scoop and roll into bite-sized balls. -
Store & Enjoy
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
🌿 Why This Fits the Mediterranean Diet
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Whole grains + healthy fats
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Natural sweeteners
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No refined sugar
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Balanced protein & fiber
🔁 Variations
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No honey: Use mashed dates
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Vegan: Use maple syrup
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Low-carb: Replace oats with almond flour
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Extra protein: Add yogurt coating or protein powder
🍽️ When to Eat
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Breakfast on the go
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Pre- or post-workout
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Healthy dessert
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Afternoon snack
