Mediterranean Breakfast Skillet

Nostalgic, homey, and warm, this Mediterranean breakfast skillet is a great way to start your day. With sautéed red bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and onions, this recipe is sure to fill you up.

This recipe is based on a dish that my grandmother used to make for me when I was a child. She would always cook this for me on the weekends, and I would always look forward to it. Even though the dish was simple, it was always incredibly satisfying.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped zucchini
• 1 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the red bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, and onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the feta cheese, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
4. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the feta cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The combination of sweet and savory flavors provides a balance that is both satisfying and flavorful.
• The sautéed vegetables are tender and flavorful.
• The feta cheese adds a salty, tangy flavor that complements the vegetables.
• The parsley adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor that brightens up the dish.
• This dish is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch.