Mediterranean apple–carrot yogurt bake
This is a soft, comforting Mediterranean-style dessert casserole made with apples (fruit) and carrots (vegetable), lightly sweetened with dates or raisins, and bound together with yogurt—no oil, no butter, no refined sugar.
It’s warm, mildly sweet, and perfect after dinner or as a healthy snack.
⏱️ Time Required
Prep time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 30–35 minutes
Total time: ~50 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
Fruit & veggie base:
2 medium apples, grated or thinly sliced
1 large carrot, finely grated
¼ cup chopped dates or raisins
1 tbsp lemon juice
Binding & flavor:
¾ cup plain yogurt (low-fat or Greek)
1 tbsp honey (optional – skip if dates are enough)
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
½ tsp vanilla essence (optional)
Optional topping (still healthy):
1–2 tbsp chopped walnuts or almonds (skip if avoiding nuts)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prep the base
1. Grate apples and carrot.
2. Add lemon juice to apples (prevents browning).
3. Mix apples, carrot, and dates/raisins in a bowl.
Step 2: Mix the binder
1. In another bowl, whisk yogurt, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
2. Pour this over the fruit–veggie mixture.
3. Mix gently until well combined.
Step 3: Bake (no oil)
1. Preheat oven to 180°C.
2. Transfer mixture to a greased-free baking dish
(use parchment paper if needed).
3. Sprinkle nuts on top (optional).
4. Bake 30–35 minutes until set and lightly golden.
Step 4: Rest & serve
Let it cool 10 minutes
Serve warm or chilled
Optional: top with extra yogurt
⭐ Tips for Best Results
Use sweet apples (red or gala).
Grate carrot finely so it blends smoothly.
If very dry, add 2–3 tbsp milk or water.
Tastes even better the next day.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this really a dessert?
Yes—naturally sweet, no sugar crash, very comforting.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
Yes. Use unsweetened soy or coconut yogurt.
Q: Is it good for weight loss?
Yes—high fiber, low fat, very filling.
Q: Can I cook without an oven?
Yes. Steam on low heat in a covered pan for 35–40 minutes.
🥗 Nutritional Information
Calories: 180–200 kcal
Protein: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fat: 3 g
Fiber: 6–7 g
Vitamin A: High (from carrot)
Calcium: Moderate (from yogurt)