Mediterranean Diet Scrambled Eggs with Tomato Sauce

Transform your breakfast routine with this vibrant and nourishing Mediterranean Diet Scrambled Eggs with Tomato Sauce. This recipe combines fluffy, perfectly cooked eggs with a rich homemade tomato sauce infused with fresh basil, oregano, and garlic, all simmered in heart-healthy extra-virgin olive oil. Topped with creamy crumbles of feta cheese, it’s a protein-packed dish that’s full of classic Mediterranean flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this wholesome meal is a fantastic way to start your day or enjoy a light lunch. Serve it with crusty whole-grain bread or a side of greens for a complete, satisfying Mediterranean-inspired experience. Perfect for those following a Mediterranean diet or anyone craving a fresh, flavorful twist on breakfast classics!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 whole, finely chopped small onion
• 2 whole, minced garlic cloves
• 4 whole, diced ripe tomatoes
• 0.25 cup water
• 10 leaves, chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon, chopped fresh oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 6 whole, large eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup, crumbled feta cheese

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onions and garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onions become translucent.

Step 3

Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet followed by 0.25 cup of water. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the tomato mixture simmer for about 10-12 minutes, until it thickens slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped basil, oregano, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, then remove the sauce from heat and set aside.

Step 6

In a separate large non-stick skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-low heat.

Step 7

In a bowl, whisk the eggs together with 0.5 teaspoon of salt until well combined.

Step 8

Pour the eggs into the skillet and cook, gently stirring with a spatula, until they begin to set but are still creamy, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 9

Once the eggs are cooked to your liking, remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 10

Serve the scrambled eggs topped with the warm tomato sauce and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.

Step 11

Garnish with additional basil leaves if desired and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1002.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	901.9

Total Fat 64.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1149.4mg	0%
Sodium 2064.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.1g
Protein 49.0g	0%

Vitamin D 252IU	0%
Calcium 453.4mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1769.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.1%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 14.3%