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Mediterranean Breakfast Sandwich


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  • Author: Janet Reynolds
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Mediterranean Breakfast Sandwich made with eggs, feta, cherry tomatoes, and spinach is a healthy and flavorful way to start your morning. Perfect for a quick breakfast sandwich idea, this Mediterranean recipe is high in protein and easy to customize.


Ingredients

2 large eggs

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup fresh spinach

4 cherry tomatoes, sliced

6 cucumber slices

6 Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled

2 pita breads or slices of sandwich bread

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1. Slice the cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and olives. Rinse and pat dry the spinach.

2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Cook the eggs to your preference.

3. Toast the pita or bread until warm and slightly crisp.

4. Spread optional hummus or pesto on the bread.

5. Layer spinach, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and the cooked egg.

6. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and season with salt and pepper.

7. Close the sandwich or fold the pita, press gently, and serve immediately or wrap to-go.

Notes

This sandwich can be made vegetarian by avoiding any non-vegetarian spreads or toppings.

Prepping the veggies and eggs in advance can make morning assembly quick and easy.

For extra creaminess, try adding mashed avocado or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 185mg