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17 Mediterranean Diet Breakfasts for Beginners

Alex Loh
Alex Loh Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Updated February 05, 2023
Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
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If you are searching for Mediterranean diet breakfast ideas, look no further! Start your mornings with these fiber-rich and nutritious recipes. The Mediterranean diet focuses on ingredients like whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables, which are easily incorporated in breakfast recipes. Whether you are in the mood for quick, cozy oatmeals or satisfying frittatas stuffed with veggies, you will find them here.

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Egg Sandwiches with Rosemary, Tomato & Feta

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These hearty breakfast sandwiches are packed with ingredients that are popular in Mediterranean cuisines, including feta, tomato and spinach.

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Date & Pine Nut Overnight Oatmeal

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Chopped dates, honey and cinnamon provide natural sweetness to these overnight oats, and pine nuts balance each bite.

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Mozzarella, Basil & Zucchini Frittata

Mozzarella, Basil & Zucchini Frittata
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This vegetable-studded frittata recipe is one of the quickest meals you can make. Make it for breakfast, or serve for lunch or dinner with a tossed salad and a slice of olive oil-drizzled crusty baguette.

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Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries

Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries
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This quick egg scramble with hearty bread is one of the best breakfasts for weight loss. It combines protein-packed eggs and superfood raspberries with filling whole-grain toast and nutrient-rich spinach. The protein and fiber help fill you up and keep you going through the morning. 

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Fig & Ricotta Overnight Oats

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With just a bit of work before bed, you can have a fast but rich, fruity and healthy breakfast in the morning. These overnight oats "cook" while you sleep. Toast almonds and chop figs the night before, so that when you rise, you can just stir in the fruit, nuts, honey and ricotta cheese for a hearty, sweet and creamy breakfast.

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Vegetable Omelets

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Enjoy this veggie omelet for breakfast or dinner. Pair it with potatoes or slice of toast for a complete meal.

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Honey-Roasted Cherry & Ricotta Tartine

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With fresh cherries and a creamy thyme-spiked ricotta spread, this easy tartine recipe is perfect for a healthy breakfast. Serve with a green salad for an easy lunch or light dinner.

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Berry-Almond Smoothie Bowl

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A little frozen banana gives creamy texture to this satisfying smoothie bowl.

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Berry Chia Pudding

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Chia seeds are a good source of healthy omega-3 fatty acids, plus they have fiber, iron and calcium. Here they're mixed with a fruity base and refrigerated until the chia seeds expand to form a thick, creamy texture similar to tapioca. Pudding for breakfast? We're in.

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Blueberry-Banana Overnight Oats

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Blueberries, sweet banana and creamy coconut milk combine to turn everyday oatmeal into the best vegan overnight oats! Make up to four jars at once to keep in the fridge for quick grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.

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Muffin-Tin Spanakopita Omelets

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The flavors and textures in these baked eggs are inspired by spanakopita, the pie with Greek origins that encases spinach, onion, feta and eggs in crispy phyllo. These are muffin-size instead of pie-size, so there's no need for slicing and portioning when you're on the go in the morning.

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Homemade Plain Yogurt

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Learning how to make yogurt at home is simple with this easy homemade yogurt recipe. To make homemade yogurt, heat milk, combine with a little bit of already-cultured yogurt and let it sit in a warm spot until the milk turns into yogurt. If you want to keep making your own homemade yogurt, save some of the last batch to help start the next batch of yogurt.

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Fig & Ricotta Toast

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This easy toast makes a quick breakfast for any day of the week.

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Cherry-Walnut Overnight Oats

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Cream cheese, dried cherries and crunchy walnuts give this overnight oats recipe a cheesecake-like flavor and creamy texture. Fresh lemon zest adds a bit of zip, and a hint of sweetness from raw cane sugar blunts the tart edge of the fruit.

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Tomato & Feta Quiche with Spaghetti Squash Crust

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You've used spaghetti squash in place of pasta, but have you used it for a low-carb quiche crust? Shredded roasted spaghetti squash turns into a perfectly crispy quiche crust in this healthy brunch recipe.

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Yogurt with Blueberries & Honey

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A simple combination of Greek-style yogurt and blueberries gets an extra touch of sweetness from golden honey. It's the perfect balance of protein and fiber to keep you energized.

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Quinoa & Chia Oatmeal Mix

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Make your own hot cereal mix with this healthy recipe. Keep it on hand and just cook up the amount you need when you're ready for a hot breakfast. One serving of the warm cereal contains six grams of fiber—almost a quarter of your daily quota.

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    1 of 17 Egg Sandwiches with Rosemary, Tomato & Feta
    2 of 17 Date & Pine Nut Overnight Oatmeal
    3 of 17 Mozzarella, Basil & Zucchini Frittata
    4 of 17 Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries
    5 of 17 Fig & Ricotta Overnight Oats
    6 of 17 Vegetable Omelets
    7 of 17 Honey-Roasted Cherry & Ricotta Tartine
    8 of 17 Berry-Almond Smoothie Bowl
    9 of 17 Berry Chia Pudding
    10 of 17 Blueberry-Banana Overnight Oats
    11 of 17 Muffin-Tin Spanakopita Omelets
    12 of 17 Homemade Plain Yogurt
    13 of 17 Fig & Ricotta Toast
    14 of 17 Cherry-Walnut Overnight Oats
    15 of 17 Tomato & Feta Quiche with Spaghetti Squash Crust
    16 of 17 Yogurt with Blueberries & Honey
    17 of 17 Quinoa & Chia Oatmeal Mix

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