Mediterranean Diet Balanced Snack Platter With Olives and Halloumi

Mediterranean Diet Balanced Snack Platter With Olives and Halloumi Recipe By Registered Dietitian Maya Oueichek, MBA, RDN

This balanced nutrition, antioxidant-rich, and protein-packed Mediterranean Diet Snack Platter is perfect for curbing hunger cravings and keeping you energized throughout the day. It takes less than 5 minutes to make and will keep you feeling full and energized in between meals.

How to Build a Mediterranean Diet Balanced Snack Platter?

Building a balanced snack platter is easier than you think! Here's the key:

Protein: Include a source of protein for sustained fullness, like halloumi cheese in this recipe.

Healthy Fats: Add healthy fats for satiety, like walnuts and olives, rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

Fiber & Antioxidants: Choose a variety of vegetables, like the cucumbers, radishes, and cherry tomatoes in this recipe, for fiber and antioxidants.

Ingredients For One Serving :

• 5 oz Halloumi Cheese

• 1/4 cup olives

• 1/4 cup walnuts

• 1 cucumber

• 1/4 cup radishes

• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes

Total Nutrition:

Calories: 600 Kcal per serving

Protein: 35 g

Fat: 40 g

Carbohydrates: 15 g

Fiber: 8 g

*Disclaimer: This analysis provides a rough estimate and may vary slightly based on factors such as specific brands of ingredients and preparation methods.

Directions:

1. Slice the halloumi cheese.

2. Clean and cut your veggies

3. Arrange all ingredients on a platter or individual plates.

4. Serve and enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Balanced Snack Platter With Olives and Halloumi

Nutrition Benefits of This Recipe:

Omega-3 Fatty Acids:

Walnuts are one of the few plant-based sources of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a type of omega-3 fatty acid.

Omega-3 fatty acids are crucial for brain health, as they play a role in cognitive function and may help reduce the risk of age-related cognitive decline.

They also have anti-inflammatory properties, helping to reduce inflammation in the body and lower the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and arthritis.

Omega-6 Fatty Acids:

Along with omega-3 fatty acids, walnuts contain omega-6 fatty acids, specifically linoleic acid (LA).

Omega-6 fatty acids are essential for maintaining healthy cell membranes and regulating inflammation.

While omega-6 fatty acids are necessary for health, it's important to maintain a balanced ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids for optimal health outcomes. The Mediterranean Diet, which includes a variety of foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids like walnuts and fish, tends to have a favorable omega-6 to omega-3 ratio.

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