Traditional Balkan Breakfast
A traditional Balkan breakfast is a vibrant, nutritious dish combining fresh vegetables, scrambled eggs, creamy feta, Greek yogurt, and rustic bread. This hearty meal offers a balanced mix of savory, creamy, and crunchy textures, making it the perfect start to your day.
Equipment
- Nonstick skillet
- Medium bowl
- Spatula
- Knife and chopping board
- Large plate or platter for serving
Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs
- 200 g Crumbled feta cheese
- 100 g Greek yogurt
- 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
- 1 Cucumber, diced
- 1 Bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 4 Slices rustic bread (sourdough or similar)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dice the tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper into small pieces. Set aside.
- Whisk the Eggs: Crack 4 eggs into a bowl and whisk until fully combined. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Scramble the Eggs: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour in the eggs and cook, stirring gently, for 3-4 minutes until just set and slightly creamy. Remove from heat.
- Arrange the Ingredients: Place scrambled eggs in the center of a large plate. Arrange diced vegetables around the eggs.
- Add Feta and Yogurt: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the eggs. Add dollops of Greek yogurt around the plate.
- Toast the Bread: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in the same skillet. Toast slices of rustic bread until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Garnish and Serve: Place the toasted bread on the plate and sprinkle with fresh parsley or dill.
- Enjoy! Serve warm and enjoy with family and friends!
