25 Mediterranean Diet Snacks – A Couple Cooks

Hummus dip is a quick and easy Mediterranean diet snack! Top a platter with cucumber, tomatoes, olives and feta cheese, then dip with whole grain pita chips.

Apple nachos is a way to make eating an apple more filling and fun, and it’s the perfect Mediterranean diet snack! Top apple slices with a drizzle of honey sweetened Greek yogurt, cinnamon, and sliced almonds for a deliciously tasty treat.

Here’s a tasty dip that will surprise you with its irresistibly creamy flavor: black bean hummus! This spin on the traditional Mediterranean chickpea dip might sound fun, but here’s the thing. It tastes even better than it sounds! For Mediterranean diet, dip with wheat pita chips or veggies.

This peanut butter energy balls recipe is a tasty easy snack! Protein and fiber are packed into tasty bites of whole grain oats, peanut butter and honey.

One of our top Mediterranean diet snacks is this yogurt fruit dip! Made with simply Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla, it’s super satisfying, protein packed, and an easy way to make eating fruit fun.

Crispy chickpeas are the perfect salty, crunchy snack for the Mediterranean diet! They’re just as satisfying as chips and pretzels, but they’re protein-packed legumes. There are several packaged types available, or you can make them homemade with this recipe.

The Mediterranean diet suggests a moderate intake of dairy, focusing on light cheeses like cottage cheese, ricotta and goat cheese. Spread ricotta cheese on whole grain toast, then load it up with sweet or savory toppings. Go basic with juicy ripe tomatoes and a drizzle of olive oil, or hearty with tender smoked salmon, capers and fresh dill. 

This creamy avocado dip features ripe avocado and Greek yogurt to make a luxuriously creamy, intensely savory magic sauce. The meld of avocado, lime, cilantro and cumin is like a heightened version of your favorite guacamole. Spread onto whole wheat toast or dip with veggies like cucumber or endive.

Here’s a fun and easy Mediterranean diet snack no one can turn down: yogurt bark! This play on chocolate bark uses frozen yogurt as the base. Mix Greek yogurt with a little honey and vanilla, then sprinkle with toppings of your choice: fruit, granola, chocolate chips, and nuts. 

This smoothie tastes like a milkshake but it’s made of wholesome ingredients like banana, peanut butter and oats! Whiz it up with frozen bananas and it makes a thick and creamy, sweet puree that will have you professing your undying love! 

Trail mix is simply a fancy name for nuts, seeds and dried fruit, which are the ideal Mediterranean diet snack!  It’s fun, simple, and endlessly customizable to your tastes. Mix up your favorite blend of fruit, nuts, seeds and mix-ins, and it’s a quick dose of energy for an afternoon slump or a portable snack for traveling. 

If you’re craving a more hearty and savory Mediterranean diet snack, try this tuna salad! Combine canned tuna with crunchy vegetables, a hint of feta cheese, olive oil and a punch of Dijon mustard for the most flavorful salad to hit your plate! Serve it as is or over whole grain toast.

This Mediterranean diet snack is ideal for when you’re craving savory. Using the right olives here results in smooth, rich flavor: not briny or overly salty. The garlic, lemon and herbs make a symphony of flavor!

These healthy homemade energy bars are similar to a Larabar, but completely homemade! They feature Mediterranean-diet approved ingredients like pecans, Medjool dates, oats, and chia seeds.

Here’s a breakfast that doubles as a Mediterranean diet snack: instead of sipping the fruity puree through a straw, grab a spoon and eat it in a bowl loaded up with toppings. It’s a satisfying blend of textures and flavors that honestly tastes more like a treat.

Crispy black beans are the same concept as crispy chickpeas: a salty, crunchy Mediterrnaean diet snack that’s just as satisfying as potato chips! Roast them up in a hot oven with salt and spices, then cool until they’re crisp and snackable.

Here’s a simple concept that makes fruit more fun to eat (because we eat with our eyes, first!). It will make everyone go crazy for pure, fresh fruit. Use whatever fruits you like and serve with our favorite 3 ingredient fruit dip or chocolate hummus.

These are everything you want in a treat: irresistible sweet peanut-y flavor, chewy texture, and a little drizzle of dark chocolate on top (which is Mediterranean diet approved per the New York Times). These no bake oatmeal bars are made of nutrient dense ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and honey.

Seafood is key to the Mediterranean diet, and here’s how to eat it as a snack: smoked salmon toast! This simple toast of artisan bread loaded with fluffy whipped ricotta, smoked salmon, capers and fresh dill. Each bite is a burst of smoky, creamy, rich, briny, salty and fresh! 

Sipping a smoothie is a great way to enjoy Mediterranean diet foods like strawberries, bananas, and protein-packed Greek yogurt! This recipe is beautifully simple and has bright, fruit-forward flavor.

Avocado toast is the ideal simple snack for the Mediterranean diet! A ripe avocado brings healthy fats along with its creamy, savory flavor. Spread it atop whole wheat toast and if desired, add an egg. A good rule of thumb for eggs on the Mediterranean diet is one egg per day.

A yogurt parfait is a fun way to dress up yogurt and make it more fun to eat! Not only do you get the protein from Greek yogurt, there are also probiotics that can help with gut health. Top with fresh fruit and homemade granola.

These banana muffins are a fan favorite recipe that combines oats, bananas, and eggs in a blender: no flour required! You’ll be amazed at how it bakes into a fluffy muffin. As a Mediterranean diet snack, try it with a slather of nut butter.

This chocolate pudding snack takes plain Greek yogurt and mixes it with dark chocolate cocoa powder and maple syrup for a satisfying snack! It’s all the protein and probiotics of yogurt, with a chocolaty twist.

Last up, stuffed dates make a great easy Mediterranean diet snack! They’re incredibly easy to make, and the sweet caramel chewiness of the Medjool dates wtih tangy, fluffy goat cheese makes a satisfying sweet-savory combo.