Mediterranean Breakfast

Ingredients

While the original English breakfast is known for its heavy and meat-centric components, this Mediterranean adaptation focuses on lighter and fresher ingredients. The Mediterranean breakfast incorporates more vegetables, herbs, and olive oil, reflecting the region's emphasis on healthy and flavorful cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for English Breakfast, so you can check it out.

• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml) 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (150g) 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (150g)
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 slices whole grain bread, toasted 4 slices whole grain bread, toasted
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (30g) 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (30g)
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat: 22g (Saturated Fat: 6g)
• Carbohydrates: 28g (Sugars: 8g)
• Protein: 18g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
3. 3.
   Sprinkle the dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to combine.
4. 4.
   Create four wells in the vegetable mixture and crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the eggs are cooked to your desired level of doneness.
5. 5.
   While the eggs are cooking, toast the whole grain bread slices.
6. 6.
   Once the eggs are cooked, carefully transfer each egg and a portion of the vegetable mixture onto a slice of toasted bread.
7. 7.
   Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley over each serving.
8. 8.
   Serve the Mediterranean breakfast immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Eggs — For a perfectly cooked egg, make sure to cover the skillet while cooking to allow the steam to gently cook the top of the eggs.
• Feta cheese — If you prefer a milder flavor, you can substitute feta cheese with goat cheese or ricotta.

Tips & Tricks

• Add a squeeze of lemon juice over the Mediterranean breakfast for a refreshing citrus twist.
• Customize the vegetable mixture by adding your favorite Mediterranean ingredients such as olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or artichoke hearts.
• For a spicier kick, sprinkle some red pepper flakes over the vegetable mixture before adding the eggs.
• Serve with a side of Greek yogurt and fresh fruit for a complete Mediterranean breakfast experience.
• Experiment with different types of whole grain bread, such as multigrain or seeded bread, to add extra texture and flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Mediterranean breakfast on a large platter, allowing everyone to help themselves to a slice of toasted bread topped with the vegetable and egg mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the colorful vegetable and egg mixture on top of the toasted bread slices, making sure to display the vibrant Mediterranean ingredients. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley over the top for an appetizing presentation.