This Greek Breakfast Egg Skillet includes veggies that are sautéed in olive oil and seasoned with Greek spices before being topped with creamy feta and a fried egg. The ultimate high protein, low carb breakfast!
Do you ever find yourself eating the same thing again and again because it’s easy? Trust me, I’m right there with you. One weekend I recently decided to skip my usual morning smoothie and experimented with a savory breakfast which resulted in this Greek Egg Skillet with Sautéed Veggies and Feta. My goal was simple: come up with a recipe that took the same amount of time as prepping a smoothie, but was savory, high protein and low carb. I’m thrilled to share that mission: accomplished!
Want breakfast with a different Mediterranean twist? Try my Lebanese Breakfast Pita with Labneh!
Ingredients
- Olive oil: Used to sauté the veggies.
- Onion: A white onion or sweet onion work best in this dish, as they balance out flavor and caramelize quickly and deliciously.
- Bell pepper: I prefer to use a red as they are sweetest of bell peppers, and for the pop of color, vitamin C, and fiber!
- Spinach: Baby spinach is a bit milder and less bitter, and it wilts easily for great color and nutrients in this dish, especially iron!
- Garlic powder: While you could use fresh or jarred garlic is as well, I like the intensified flavor that garlic powder brings.
- Oregano: Adds pungent, earthy, and somewhat grassy flavor to the final dish.
- Eggs: A fantastic source of protein that is affordable and accessible.
- Feta cheese: Creamy, tangy, and salty, crumbling feta cheese is the perfect topper to this dish.
How to Make a Greek Breakfast Egg Skillet with Sautéed Veggies
Start your Greek breakfast egg skillet by drizzling some olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Next add your diced onion and bell pepper and sauté until tender.
Add the baby spinach, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir until wilted, only a couple of minutes. Set aside.
Then cook your eggs to your liking, I did over-easy fried eggs.
Dish your sauteed veggies onto a plate, then top with the eggs. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and top with fresh herbs like parsley or chives. Then serve and enjoy your Greek Breakfast Egg Skillet!
Shake Things Up
- Switch up the veggies. Adding sundried tomatoes would be a great addition, or top with Kalamata olives or black olives.
- Change the eggs. Instead of fried eggs, try them scrambled or poached!
Frequently Asked Questions
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More Breakfast Recipes
- Easy Breakfast Frittata
- Blueberry Oatmeal Bread
- Avocado Toast with Cottage Cheese and Tomatoes
- Quick Banana Oatmeal with Flax
- Barley Breakfast Bowl with Fruit and Nuts
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Whether you want something tasty just for you, or to serve the whole family, you can’t go wrong with my Greek Breakfast Egg Skillet with Sautéed Veggies.
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Greek Breakfast Egg Skillet with Sautéed Veggies and Feta
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle with olive oil. Sauté onions and peppers until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Sprinkle with garlic powder, oregano and salt and pepper to taste
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Divide sautéed veggies between four plates and top each plate with an egg cooked to order. Sprinkle each plate with a tablespoon of feta before serving.
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