Imagine waking up to a sizzling skillet of vibrant Mediterranean Eggs that promises to transport your taste buds straight to the sun-drenched coastlines of Greece and Italy. This mouthwatering recipe isn't just another breakfast dish – it's a culinary journey that combines the richness of perfectly cooked eggs with the bold, fresh flavors of olives, tomatoes, and melted mozzarella. In just 15 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy meal that will make your family and friends think you've secretly trained with a Mediterranean chef!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping cherry tomatoes into halves, slicing black olives, and cubing mozzarella cheese.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat, ensuring even coating of the pan's surface.
- Gently crack eggs into the heated skillet, being careful not to break the yolks. Allow eggs to cook slowly, maintaining a medium-low temperature.
- After 2-3 minutes, when egg whites are mostly set, sprinkle halved cherry tomatoes and sliced black olives around and between the eggs.
- Scatter cubed mozzarella cheese over the eggs and vegetables, allowing it to slightly melt from the pan's heat.
- Season the entire dish with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until egg whites are completely set and mozzarella begins to soften.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh torn basil leaves for added aroma and flavor.
- Serve immediately in the skillet or transfer to warm plates, ensuring each serving has an equal distribution of eggs, olives, tomatoes, and cheese.
Tips
- Use a non-stick skillet to ensure easy egg cooking and effortless cleanup.
- Keep the heat at medium-low to prevent burning and achieve perfectly cooked eggs with runny or set yolks, depending on your preference.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients – especially the mozzarella and basil – to elevate the dish's flavor profile.
- For extra richness, consider using organic, free-range eggs with bright, golden yolks.
- If you like a bit of heat, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes when seasoning.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the mozzarella at its most melty and the eggs at their peak temperature.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a light side salad for a complete Mediterranean-style breakfast or brunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 380mg
