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Savoury Mediterranean Muffins
These Savoury Mediterranean Muffins are a delightful blend of olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese, baked into perfection. Each bite offers a nutrient-dense experience, emphasizing healthy fats and whole grains, true to the heart-healthy principles of Mediterranean cuisine.
45 min12 servingsmediterraneanappetizer
vegetarian
pescetarian
mediterranean
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Calories439
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28g36%
Saturated Fat 7g34%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 17mg6%
Sodium 449mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 36g13%
Dietary Fiber 5g19%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 11g23%
Calcium 127mg10%
Iron 3mg16%
Potassium 648mg14%
Vitamin A 47mcg5%
Vitamin C 4.1mg5%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin E 4.2mg28%
Vitamin K 9.5mcg8%
Magnesium 97mg23%
Zinc 2mg18%
Folate 6.8mcg2%
Approximate values — some ingredient data may be incomplete.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients
- 2 cups wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 0.5 cup olives
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- 2In a large bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour and baking powder.
- 3In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly and then mix in the olive oil and milk.
- 4Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- 5Fold in the feta cheese, chopped olives, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and oregano.
- 6Season with salt, remembering that feta and olives add natural salinity.
- 7Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
- 8Bake for 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 10Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
- 11Enjoy as a healthy, savory snack or as part of a nutritious breakfast or lunch.
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