Wake up to a Mediterranean breakfast with a bowl full of roasted apricots and yogurt. When I eat this for breakfast I'm dreaming about looking out over the ocean in Greece while sinking my spoon into a bowl filled with yogurt, sweet apricots, honey and spices!
Mediterranean faire year after year is voted as one of the healthiest ways to eat! We love lot's of delicious Mediterranean recipes including chicken, cookies, and salad!
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Ingredients
Your ingredients needed to start making your roasted apricots and yogurt are:
- apricots
- olive oil
- honey
- Juice of ½ orange
- star anise
- roasted sunflower seeds
- cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Stir the olive oil, honey, orange juice and star anise in a small saucepan and heat until warm. Set aside for several minutes to allow the star anise to infuse in the mixture.
- Place the apricots in a baking dish with the cut side facing up. Remove the star anise from the olive oil mix and pour mixture over the apricots.
- Roast apricots in oven for 20 minutes, or until the apricots are cooked through and beginning to bubble. Remove apricots from the oven and allow to cool for several minutes.
- Place greek yogurt in four bowls. Top with apricots, some sunflower seeds and a pinch of cinnamon.
Substitutions
This recipe is delicious as is (and also gluten free!) but you can substitute dairy free or vegan yogurt if needed. You can also omit the sunflower seeds or use a different type of seed if you would like. If you can't find star of anise, just use another pinch of cinnamon in place of it.
Benefits of Cooking with Olive Oil
Olive oil has lot's of uses!
- Delicate oils are perfect in salad dressings, or as a condiment with milder foods like vegetables, fish, eggs or potatoes.
- More robust oils are good for heartier foods like steak or spicy soups.
- Olive oil has a high smoking point of 400 degrees, so olive oil is perfect for holding up to cooking, or even enhancing any dish by drizzling on as a finish.
Type of Olive Oil to Use
We used Le Stagioni d' Italia, an authentic European oil. Italian olive oil is cold pressed olive oil that has not been heated during processing so it may maintain it's full nutritional value.
Storing
This meal is best served together fresh, but you can also store the cooked apricots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days. Reheat when you are ready to make your meal.
FAQ
I know you probably have some questions so let me see if I've got your answer!
Depending on the weather, apricots are usually in season from early May until July.
The history isn't super well known, but it is said that Alexander the Great introduced the apricot to Greece. 95% of the United States supply of apricots come from California with Washington and Utah making up the remaining 5%.
Apricots are free of cholesterol, sodium and fat. They are also rich in Vitamin A and beta carotene. They are also rich in soluble fiber. They also are a good source of iron and antioxidants.
Absolutely! While apricots are traditional in this recipe, you can experiment with other fruits such as peaches, plums, or nectarines. Adjust the cooking time as needed to ensure that the fruits are tender and caramelized.
While Greek yogurt is preferred for its creamy texture and tangy flavor, you can use regular yogurt if desired. Keep in mind that regular yogurt may be thinner in consistency, so you may want to strain it slightly to achieve a thicker texture.
Absolutely! Roasted apricots and yogurt are the perfect ending to a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Serve them alongside other Mediterranean delicacies such as grilled seafood, stuffed grape leaves, and tabbouleh salad for a memorable dining experience.
Mediterranean Style Roasted Apricots and Yogurt
Equipment
- baking dish
- serving bowl
Ingredients
- 12 whole apricots, cut in half with pits removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- Juice of ½ orange
- 1 star anise
- 2 tablespoons roasted sunflower seeds
- Pinch of cinnamon
- 4 cups plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- In a small saucepan, combine the olive oil, honey, orange juice, and star anise. Heat the mixture until warm, then set it aside for several minutes to allow the star anise to infuse its flavor into the mixture.
- Arrange the apricots in a baking dish with the cut side facing up.
- Remove the star anise from the olive oil mixture, then pour the infused mixture over the apricots, ensuring they are well coated.
- Roast the apricots in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and beginning to bubble.
- Once the apricots are roasted to perfection, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for several minutes.
- Spoon Greek yogurt into four serving bowls, creating a generous bed for the roasted apricots.
- Top the yogurt with the roasted apricots, sprinkle with sunflower seeds for added crunch, and finish with a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
Notes
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