Greek Breakfast Feast
Discover the wholesome joy of a Greek breakfast! Packed with fresh ingredients & Mediterranean flavors, it’s your key to a healthy, vibrant morning.
Ingredients
- Greek Yogurt : 2 cups plain, unsweetened
- Honey : 4 tablespoons adjust to taste
- Fresh Fruits : 1 cup figs, pomegranate seeds, or sliced apples
- Nuts : ½ cup walnuts, almonds, or pistachios, toasted
- Feta Cheese : 100g crumbled, for savory dishes
- Spinach : 2 cups fresh, for spanakopita or sautéed sides
- Phyllo Dough : 6 sheets optional, for spanakopita
- Olive Oil : 3 tablespoons extra virgin, for drizzling and cooking
- Eggs : 4 for savory options like baked eggs or omelets
- Olives : ½ cup black or green, for garnish or sides
- Herbs : Fresh dill mint, or rosemary (for flavoring)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients : Slice fruits, crumble feta, and toast nuts. Have all items ready for assembly.
- Yogurt Bowl : Divide Greek yogurt into bowls, drizzle with honey, and top with fresh fruits, nuts, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Savory Spinach Dish : Sauté spinach in olive oil, add herbs, and stir in eggs (scrambled or baked). Top with feta.
- Spanakopita (Optional) : Layer phyllo sheets with spinach-feta filling, brush with olive oil, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Assemble Spread : Arrange yogurt bowls, savory dishes, olives, and fresh bread on a platter for a meze-style breakfast.
- Serve : Drizzle olive oil over dishes, garnish with herbs, and enjoy with herbal tea or Greek coffee.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g (Saturated Fat: 4g, Unsaturated Fat: 12g)
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 28g (Fiber: 4g, Sugars: 15g)
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Vitamins & Minerals: Rich in Vitamin C, Calcium, and Iron