Rating: 3.61
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Mediterranean Breakfast Beef

August 9, 2023

Mornings don’t have to be dull when you can start the day with something as satisfying and full of flavor as Mediterranean breakfast beef. This dish brings together the richness of seasoned ground beef with the bright, fresh ingredients typical of Mediterranean cuisine, all in a hearty and energizing breakfast.

At its core, Mediterranean breakfast beef is built on a simple idea, take high-quality ground beef and cook it with olive oil, garlic, onion, and a mix of warming spices like cumin and paprika. The result is a savory base that’s both comforting and robust. Add in chopped tomatoes, fresh herbs like parsley or mint, and maybe even a squeeze of lemon, and you get a dish that feels both rustic and vibrant.

This breakfast pairs beautifully with a variety of sides. Scoop it into a warm pita or flatbread, serve it alongside soft scrambled eggs or a sunny-side-up egg, or spoon it over a bowl of herbed couscous or leftover roasted vegetables. Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or a crumble of feta on top, and the layers of flavor and texture really come alive.

What makes this breakfast truly special is how versatile it is. You can prep the beef mixture ahead of time and reheat it during the week, making it a smart and flavorful option for busy mornings. You can also tailor it to your preferences, spice it up with chili flakes or cool it down with chopped cucumber and tomato salad on the side.

Mediterranean breakfast beef is ideal for anyone who wants to start the day with something more filling and exciting than toast or cereal. It’s a dish rooted in wholesome ingredients, inspired by the sun-drenched kitchens of the Mediterranean, and made for fueling your day in the most delicious way.

Whether you’re hosting brunch or just feeding yourself before a packed schedule, this dish proves that breakfast can be anything but boring. It’s savory, satisfying, and simple, exactly what a good morning should taste like.

Mediterranean Breakfast Beef
Mediterranean Beef and Egg Scramble with Grilled Tomatoes
3.61 from 66 votes
A delicious and nutritious breakfast recipe filled with Mediterranean flavors.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • onion small, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp thyme dried
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 8 eggs large
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped fresh
  • 4 Tomatoes large, halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add the diced onion, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs together. Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet with the beef and onion mixture. Stir to combine.
  • Continue cooking the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are cooked to your desired consistency.
  • While the eggs are cooking, preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the halved tomatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill the tomatoes for about 5 minutes on each side, until they are slightly softened and grill marks appear.
  • Serve the beef and egg scramble hot, topped with crumbled feta cheese, chopped fresh parsley, and the grilled tomatoes on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 23gFat: 23gFiber: 2g
Calories: 325kcal
Meal Type: Breakfast
Keyword: breakfast, breakfast ideas, easy breakfast
Cooking Method: Boiled
Time: <30 Min
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar Don Franecki says:

    5 stars
    Easy and delish! I loved the juicy tomatoes on the side. Definitely tastes like the Mediterranean!

  2. 5 stars
    This recipe is fantastic! The flavors are just perfect together. Will make it again for sure.

  3. 4 stars
    Will try it! Just a question, do the tomatoes really need to be grilled? Can’t I just eat them raw?

  4. User avatar oPandariaNo says:

    4 stars
    Heard you can cook it with chicken too? 🤔 Sounds like a downgrade. But, anyway, good job!

  5. User avatar aurelio.ziemann46 says:

    3 stars
    I might be missing something but what’s with the cooking order? Seemed a bit off to me.

  6. User avatar hermelinda.weimann91 says:

    4 stars
    I didn’t have any feta, so I used cheddar. It turned out great anyway! Still a hit with the family.

  7. User avatar albertine.anderson96 says:

    3 stars
    Looks good but I dunno about ground beef for breakfast. Seems weird to me. Eggs are supposed to be light and not heavy.

  8. User avatar Michael83 says:

    2 stars
    Isn’t this basically just a fancy omelet? Not impressed. Meat and eggs don’t really mix well.

    1. User avatar Questular Rontok says:

      4 stars
      I think this dish is something special! It’s not just an omelet; it’s packed with flavor and protein. Give it a try before judging!

  9. User avatar gino.windler says:

    5 stars
    Yum! I added some spinach to the scramble. Made it healthier! My kids loved it too! 🎉

  10. 3 stars
    Not bad, but not great either. Just ok. I think I’ll stick to my usual breakfast.

  11. User avatar ArabianNights says:

    4 stars
    Yummy! I made this today, but I used turkey instead of beef. Still turned out great! Will definitely make it again!

  12. User avatar tyron.heidenreich2024 says:

    4 stars
    Made this for brunch, and everyone loved it! Will make again.

  13. 1 star
    Grilling tomatoes? Who does that? Just eat them raw. You can’t be serious. 1 star for wasting good veggies.

  14. User avatar josefine.fahey says:

    4 stars
    I don’t have fresh tomatoes, used canned ones instead. Still tasted alright. But I’ll try again when I get fresh ones.

  15. User avatar Max Quordlepleen says:

    3 stars
    I didn’t have feta, so I used cheddar instead. Still turned out okay, I guess. Not as great as everyone says though. 3 stars.

  16. User avatar deann.kunze29 says:

    4 stars
    Great recipe! I used leftover roast beef instead of ground beef and it worked fine.

    1. 5 stars
      That sounds like a smart way to use leftovers! I’m definitely going to try that.

  17. User avatar lynnette.volkman says:

    2 stars
    I don’t get why you need so many eggs. This seems like a waste of good beef, honestly. 2/5.

    1. User avatar antone.corkery81 says:

      4 stars
      I totally get what you mean! Seems like a lot of eggs, but maybe it’s just to fluff it up? 🤷‍♂️

  18. 3 stars
    I didn’t have feta, so I used cheddar. Still turned out good I guess.

  19. 3 stars
    lol, I accidentally added 1 tsp of thyme instead of 1/2. Oops! Still was good tho!

  20. User avatar Isreal Walter says:

    5 stars
    This looks amazing! Can’t wait to try the flavors together.

    1. 5 stars
      Wow, this sounds so delicious! I love Mediterranean flavors. What’s your favorite part about it?

    2. User avatar brant.moore says:

      2 stars
      Looks good, but I don’t know about mixing beef and eggs. Isn’t that a bit weird?

  21. User avatar audrey.kirlin says:

    4 stars
    Wow, who knew grilling tomatoes would make such a difference? This was delicious!

    1. 2 stars
      I dunno, grilled tomatoes? Sounds weird, like is it really that good? I always just eat them raw.

    2. User avatar tissues_with_issues says:

      5 stars
      Grilling tomatoes is a game changer! Adds such a nice flavor. I’m gonna try it next time for sure.

  22. User avatar smartestRedditor says:

    1 star
    Isn’t this just scrambled eggs with beef? Sounds too simple.

  23. 5 stars
    So good! I didn’t have parsley, so I used cilantro. Tasted yum!

  24. User avatar Ilban Richese says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is AMAZING! I’m a huge fan of Mediterranean flavors, and this hits the spot. The feta adds the perfect tang!

  25. User avatar rickiestmorty says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is simply amazing! I added some spinach for extra greens and it turned out delicious! My family loved it. 5 stars!

  26. 2 stars
    I gotta say, this recipe is pretty bland. Needs more spices if you ask me.

  27. User avatar Spider Soldier says:

    5 stars
    Yummy! Easiest recipe ever! 😋

  28. User avatar chance.kohler34 says:

    3 stars
    Is it really Mediterranean if there’s beef? just saying.

  29. 5 stars
    This was awesome! The beef and eggs combo is just perfect. My kids loved it!

  30. 2 stars
    Not my thing… I don’t like cooked tomatoes. I didn’t grill them and replaced them with avocado. Was okay, I guess.

  31. User avatar yvonne.deckow10 says:

    4 stars
    Easy and quick! I made this in less than 30 minutes. Perfect for busy mornings!

  32. User avatar Emily Saunders says:

    2 stars
    Not for me. Beef and eggs? What are we, cavemen? I’ll stick to my oatmeal.

  33. 2 stars
    I don’t know about mixing beef with eggs. Seems weird.

  34. User avatar will.feil2023 says:

    4 stars
    Yum! Simple to make and my kids ate all of it. Definitely adding this to our weeknight meals!

  35. 5 stars
    Very quick and easy to make! Highly recommend for a busy morning! Just what I needed!

  36. User avatar muoi.macgyver16 says:

    1 star
    Grilled tomatoes? Wait, u grill them? Nobody has time for that! Just throw everything in and call it a day.

  37. User avatar mandy.upton10 says:

    5 stars
    Delicious! The feta adds such a nice tang. Totally recommend!

    1. User avatar deeanna.tillman1967 says:

      2 stars
      I dunno… looks kinda bland to me. Maybe add some hot sauce? Just saying.

    2. User avatar sonia.gleichner says:

      5 stars
      I tried this recipe and it was super tasty! Feta really does make it special. Thanks for sharing!

  38. User avatar ArabianNights says:

    5 stars
    This recipe was fantastic! I loved the flavors of the beef and feta. Grilling the tomatoes made a huge difference!

    1. User avatar darwin.kuhic80 says:

      3 stars
      Sounds good, but I think it could use some more spices. Maybe some chili or cumin? Just a thought!

    2. User avatar terminatorXYZ says:

      5 stars
      I’m so glad you enjoyed it! The grilled tomatoes really elevate the dish, don’t they? I’ll definitely be making this again.

  39. 2 stars
    I don’t know why everyone loves this. The egg scramble was kinda dry and the beef didn’t have much seasoning. I’ve had better.

  40. User avatar yuonne.stehr87 says:

    3 stars
    Needed a bit more salt. Follow the instructions, but not the spice amounts. lol

  41. 1 star
    Grilled tomatoes? Ain’t nobody got time for that!

    1. User avatar jackson.morar1967 says:

      5 stars
      Grilled tomatoes are awesome! They add a fresh flavor. You should give it a shot, it’s worth it!

    2. User avatar deeann.nienow says:

      2 stars
      Nah, I don’t see the point. Just throw those tomatoes in the scramble. Who has time for that extra step?

  42. User avatar delena.rice says:

    3 stars
    This is not Mediterranean, where’s the olives? Was expecting more zest. 😒

  43. User avatar Gurney Halleck says:

    3 stars
    My kids loved this, but I thought it was a bit salty. Maybe reduce the salt by half next time?

  44. User avatar jayson.green69 says:

    5 stars
    Yum! I added some hot sauce and it took it to the next level. Definitely making again!

  45. User avatar gerard.block1961 says:

    2 stars
    I don’t understand why we need so many eggs. Is that even necessary? Seems like a waste. I usually just use 3.

  46. User avatar regine.mccullough says:

    4 stars
    This is how my mom used to make it! Brings back memories. Very tasty and easy to follow. Thx for posting! 4/5.

  47. User avatar tissues_with_issues says:

    3 stars
    idk it was alright… not gonna win any chef awards here lol

    1. User avatar Isobel Boehm says:

      5 stars
      Chef awards are overrated. I’d eat it! 😂

    2. User avatar adelina.dicki says:

      4 stars
      Honestly, I think it looks tasty! Maybe you just gotta season it more? 🤷‍♂️

  48. User avatar louella.mosciski2013 says:

    5 stars
    Yumm, love it! 10/10, which is like, my rating 😂. I added some hot sauce for a kick!

    1. User avatar guadalupe.hoeger says:

      5 stars
      I love the idea of adding hot sauce! I’ll have to try that next time. 😋

    2. User avatar santo.raynor28 says:

      3 stars
      10/10? Really? I don’t know, I found it kinda bland without spices. 🤔

  49. User avatar jackie.ratke says:

    5 stars
    Made this for brunch and it was a hit! The grilled tomatoes just take it over the top. Will make again for sure! 😍

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