What are some health benefits of starting your day with a Greek Mediterranean breakfast?
Embrace the day Mediterranean style with a Greek breakfast that’s both hearty and healthy. This recipe showcases some of the best features of Greek cuisine: simple ingredients and brilliant flavors, grouped together to create a satisfying meal that’s perfect for starting the day. With a trinity made up of protein-rich eggs, fiber-filled whole grain bread, and an assortment of fresh vegetables, this Greek breakfast will surely revive your mornings.
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of whole-grain bread
- 2 large free-range eggs
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 1 small cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 50g feta cheese, cubed
- 8 Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- A few sprigs of fresh dill
Instructions:
- Begin by toasting the slices of whole-grain bread until crispy. Once done, set them aside to cool.
- While the toast is cooling, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and crack the eggs into the pan. Cook them sunny side up or to your desired preference.
- Place the toasted bread on two plates. Start laying out slices of tomato, cucumber, and onion on top of the bread slices. Sprinkle the cubed feta cheese on top.
- Add a few Kalamata olives to each sandwich and then carefully lay the cooked egg on top of everything. Drizzle some extra virgin olive oil over everything and if desired, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Finally, garnish with fresh dill for additional flavor and presentation.
Now, your nourishing Greek breakfast is ready to serve! This breakfast packs a punch of essential nutrients and is the perfect recipe to start your day. Always remember to buy fresh and high-quality ingredients to achieve the best possible flavors.
Enjoy and savor your delightful Greek breakfast with a hot cup of coffee or refreshing juice, and you’re ready to seize the day, the Mediterranean way! Easy to make and rewarding to eat, this nourishing Greek breakfast recipe will not only meet your nutritional needs but will also satisfy your palate with its interesting harmony of flavors.
So why not introduce this little slice of Greece into your breakfast routine? Turn your mornings into something special by treating yourself to this meal that is sure to brighten your day.
