Description
Inspired by the fresh flavors of a classic Levantine breakfast, this protein-packed bowl is incredibly satisfying and comes together in minutes for a simple, healthy start to your day that fuels you for hours.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- ½ teaspoon dried mint
- 3 tablespoons premium extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 6 large hard-cooked eggs (peeled)
- 1 cup about 150 g Persian cucumbers, diced small
- ¾ cup about 115 g cherry tomatoes, quartered
- ⅓ cup about 50 g crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small lidded jar or bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, sumac, and dried mint. Seal the jar and shake (or whisk in the bowl) while slowly adding the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the Produce: On your cutting board, dice the Persian cucumbers into small, uniform pieces. Slice the cherry tomatoes into quarters.
- Slice the Eggs: Gently slice each peeled, hard-cooked egg lengthwise into quarters, yielding four wedges per egg.
- Assemble the Bowl Base: Divide the diced cucumbers and quartered tomatoes evenly among the three shallow serving bowls, creating a fresh vegetable base.
- Arrange the Protein: Artfully arrange 8 egg wedges (the equivalent of 2 full eggs) over the vegetables in each bowl.
- Dress and Garnish: Give the dressing one last shake and drizzle it evenly over the contents of each bowl. Finish with a generous sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh mint. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Storage: This bowl is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to prep ahead, store the chopped vegetables, eggs, and dressing in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Assemble just before serving.
- The Secret Ingredient: Sumac is the key to the authentic Middle Eastern flavor. This tangy, deep red spice adds a delicious lemony note that is essential to the dish.
- Perfect Eggs: For consistently easy-to-peel hard-cooked eggs, we recommend steaming them for 12-13 minutes, then immediately plunging them into an ice bath for at least 10 minutes before peeling.
Nutrition Facts (per serving): Calories: 339 kcal | Total Fat: 29 g (Saturated Fat: 7 g, Trans Fat: 0 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 14 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g) | Cholesterol: 388 mg | Sodium: 225 mg | Total Carbs: 6 g (Dietary Fiber: 1 g, Total Sugars: 4 g, Net Carbohydrates: 5 g) | Protein: 16 g | Vitamin D: 2 mcg | Calcium: 135 mg | Iron: 2 mg | Potassium: 314 mg
These values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation.
Nutrition
- Calories: 339