These Vegan Caramelized Apricot Nibbles with honeyed labneh, pistachios, and pomegranate strike the perfect balance between creamy, crunchy, and sweet. Caramelized apricots, creamy vegan labneh, vegan honey, and a colorful and fresh garnish of pomegranate seeds and pistachios pop in every bite. These Vegan Caramelized Apricot Nibbles with honeyed labneh, pistachios, and pomegranate are simple to make using plant-based ingredients and have a classy appearance.
STATS FOR THE RECIPE OF VEGAN CARAMELIZED APRICOT NIBBLES
- Cuisine of the dish: Mediterranean-inspired
- Size of a portion: ~Two bites per person
- Cook time: Ten minutes
- Time for prep: Fifteen(15) minutes
- Active working time(total): Twenty-five(25) minutes
- Course: Dessert or snack, or appetizer
- Diet category: Vegan, free from dairy, gluten, and refined sugar
- Yield: Serves 04-05 people (08-10 bites)
- Complexity level: Simple and easy
TOOLS
- Measuring spoons
- Cast-iron pan or non-stick skillet
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Serving platter
- Spoon or whisk
INGREDIENTS
- 1 tsp. of lemon zest
- Apricots, ten
- 1/4 cup of pomegranate arils
- Vegan butter or coconut oil, one tbsp.
- 1/4 cup of pistachios
- Mint leaves
- 1 cup of coconut yogurt or labneh
- Agave syrup or honey, two tbsps.
- 1 tbsp. of maple syrup or coconut sugar
INGREDIENT NOTES
LABNEH
- We are using the vegan labneh by straining the almond or coconut yogurt, offering a tangy and creamy twist. You may also use thick coconut yogurt instead of the vegan labneh if it is unavailable.
APRICOTS
- Use fresh and ripe apricots after cutting them in half and removing their seed. They will give you a sweet and tart flavor after caramelizing beautifully. You may replace the apricots with nectarines or peaches.
PISTACHIOS
- Adding chopped pistachios will add crunch and a nutty finish. This work can also be done by walnuts or almonds.
OIL
- We use coconut oil or vegan butter to have the golden surface.
POMEGRANATE ARILS
- They provide freshness, color, and lots of sweet-tangy juice that properly balances the caramelized apricots in the proper way.
SWEETENER
- We are using the maple syrup or coconut sugar along with vegan honey or agave syrup. These are the natural plant-based sweeteners that keep the calories lower while keeping the dish vegan. Vegan honey or date, or agave syrup is used for drizzling as a final touch.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mix the vegan labneh with the vegan honey and lemon zest.
- Whisk the mixture to make it creamy and silky.
- Refrigerate it till you prep the apricots.
- Place a skillet(non-stick) over a moderate flame with coconut oil and sugar.
- Stir continuously til the sugar dissolves and starts to caramelize.
- Then place each apricot slice so that the sliced side is facing towards the caramel.
- Cook the apricot halves till they caramelize, for about 04-05 minutes.
- After that, carefully turn each one over.
- Cook from the opposite side for two minutes.
- Now, turn the flame off and put the skillet down on the countertop.
- Place a little dollop of vegan labneh and spread it a little on your serving platter.
- Then arrange 1-2 caramelized apricot nibbles over it.
- Spoon a little more labneh over the apricot.
- Now, sprinkle pistachios, pomegranate arils, and a drizzle of vegan honey or agave syrup.
- Use a few mint leaves for garnishing.
- Serve these Vegan Caramelized Apricot Nibbles warm for a soft and indulgent dessert, while chilled for a refreshing bite-sized treat.
TIPS
- To achieve a firmer texture while serving, chill the mixture for around half an hour, then serve.
- These bites perfectly pair with a drizzle of balsamic glaze or vegan vanilla ice cream.
- Use a cast-iron pan to caramelize the apricots for a smoky touch.
- Dry roast the pistachios before chopping them to make them aromatic.
- The sea salt will balance the sweetness. Just sprinkle it on top.
STORAGE DIRECTION
FRIDGE
- Store all components separately in a sealed vessel. This way, the labneh mixture lasts for 04-05 days, while caramelized apricots can be refrigerated for three days. Assemble them right before serving.
FREEZING
- Never recommended to freeze as apricots may lose texture, while labneh will separate after defrosting.
FAQs
Are these delicious snacks prepared earlier?
- Yes, they are good in terms of earlier preparation. You can prepare the apricots and labneh mixture earlier. This will let you have a quick and fresh assembly right before serving.
Will the dried apricots work?
- Dried apricots won’t caramelize properly or hold the creamy toppings. That’s why we would recommend that you always go for fresh apricots.
Is there a nut-free version possible?
- Yes, you may use roasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds instead of pistachios or crunch.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 145 kilocalories
Net carbs: Sixteen grams
Total carbs: 19 g
Fiber: Three grams
Protein: 03 g
Serving size: Two bites
Sodium: 35 mg
Fats: Six grams
Serving: Serves for to five persons
