Ingredients
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1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
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1/2 cup almonds
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1/2 cup walnuts
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1/4 cup dried apricots
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1/4 cup dried figs
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1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
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1 Zest of 1 lemon
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1 Zest of 1 orange
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 A pinch of sea salt
Directions
Serve your Vegan Mediterranean-Inspired Date and Nut Bars as a healthy dessert or snack with a taste of the Mediterranean.
These Vegan Mediterranean-Inspired Date and Nut Bars capture the essence of Mediterranean cuisine with the use of dates, nuts, and citrus zest. They are gluten-free, nut-free, and require no baking, making them a convenient and nutritious dessert option. Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean in every bite!
Steps
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Prepare the Nut and Date Mixture: |
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In a food processor, combine the pitted Medjool dates, almonds, walnuts, dried apricots, dried figs, shredded coconut, lemon zest, orange zest, fresh lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. |
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Blend Until Smooth: |
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Process the mixture in the food processor until it forms a sticky dough-like consistency. You should still see small pieces of nuts for added texture. |
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Press Into a Pan: |
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Line a square or rectangular baking dish or pan with parchment paper, leaving some excess paper hanging over the sides. This will make it easier to lift the bars out later. |
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Transfer the blended mixture into the lined pan. |
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Flatten and Chill: |
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Use your hands or a flat-bottomed glass to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan. |
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Place the pan in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 2 hours, or until it firms up. |
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Cut Into Bars: |
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Once the mixture has set, use the parchment paper overhangs to lift it out of the pan. |
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Place it on a cutting board and slice it into bars or squares of your desired size. |
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