Name: Mediterranean Breakfast Bowl with Hummus, Feta, and Eggs Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: Boiled eggs – 2 large; 1/4 cup Feta cheese, crumbled; Persian cucumber, thinly sliced – 1 small cucumber; Cherry tomatoes, halved – 1/2 cup; Fresh mint leaves, for garnish – handful; 1/4 cup hummus; Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling – about 2 tablespoons; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, plus more as needed; 1/4 teaspoon Aleppo pepper, plus more as needed; Pita bread, warmed, for serving – 1 large or 2 small pieces

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Introduction

This Mediterranean Breakfast Bowl is a vibrant and nourishing way to start your day. Combining creamy hummus, crisp vegetables, tangy feta, and perfectly boiled eggs, it’s packed with flavors and textures that delight the palate. Serve it with warm pita bread for a satisfying morning meal.

Ingredients

Boiled eggs
1/4 cup hummus
Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, plus more as needed
1/4 teaspoon Aleppo pepper, plus more as needed
1/4 cup feta cheese
Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
Cherry tomatoes, halved
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Pita bread, warmed, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare your eggs according to your preference. Once cooked, peel and set aside.
Step 2: In a large, shallow bowl, spread the hummus evenly across a corner of the bottom, leaving some space around the edges for the other ingredients. Using the back of a spoon, make a few small indentations or wells in the hummus.
Step 3: Drizzle a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil into the wells and over the hummus. Sprinkle with additional seasoning if desired, such as a pinch of dried oregano and more Aleppo pepper.
Step 4: In a small bowl, gently toss the crumbled feta cheese with the dried oregano and Aleppo pepper until evenly coated.
Step 5: Arrange the thinly sliced cucumbers and halved cherry tomatoes around the edges of the hummus. Scatter the seasoned feta cheese over the vegetables and hummus. Garnish with fresh mint leaves. Place your perfectly cooked boiled eggs on top of the assembled bowl.
Step 6: Enjoy immediately with warm pita bread, perfect for dipping into the hummus and scooping up all the delicious ingredients.

Tips & Variations

Use freshly made or store-bought hummus according to your preference for flavor and convenience.
Substitute Aleppo pepper with smoked paprika or chili flakes if unavailable, adjusting the heat level to your taste.
For extra protein, add sliced grilled chicken or chickpeas to the bowl.
Swap Persian cucumber for regular cucumber or bell peppers for different crunch and color.

Storage

This breakfast bowl is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep boiled eggs peeled and hummus covered to prevent drying. When ready to eat, reassemble and serve with warm pita bread. Avoid storing assembled bowls to keep vegetables crisp.

How to Serve

A bowl with a smooth layer of light beige hummus spread on the bottom left, topped with olive oil and a sprinkle of red chili flakes, next to fresh green mint leaves. Above the hummus, there are three triangular pieces of light brown pita bread arranged in a fan shape. To the right of the pita, two halves of a soft-boiled egg with bright yellow yolks sit next to a row of thick, round, green cucumber slices. Below the cucumbers, small white cubes of feta cheese are sprinkled with red chili flakes and olive oil. At the bottom center, halved cherry tomatoes show their bright red, juicy insides. The ingredients sit inside a white bowl with a dark rim, placed on a white marbled texture surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this Mediterranean Breakfast Bowl vegan?

Yes, simply omit the boiled eggs and feta cheese, and consider adding roasted chickpeas or avocado slices for extra protein and creaminess.

What if I don’t have Aleppo pepper?

You can substitute Aleppo pepper with mild chili flakes or smoked paprika for a similar flavor and mild heat, adjusting the amounts to your preference.