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Turkish Menemen

Turkish Menemen

This healthy version of Turkish Menemen focuses on enhancing the dish's nutritional profile by incorporating olive oil, a variety of fresh vegetables, and herbs. Emphasizing the use of whole, unprocessed ingredients, it offers a balanced, protein-rich breakfast option that aligns with Mediterranean dietary principles.

25 min2 servingsmediterraneanbreakfast
vegetarian
pescetarian

Nutrition Facts

Per serving

Calories167
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17g22%
Saturated Fat 4g21%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 18mg6%
Sodium 659mg29%
Total Carbohydrate 1g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g6%
Calcium 37mg3%
Iron 0.04mg
Potassium 16mg
Vitamin A 1mcg
Vitamin C 1.2mg1%
Vitamin E 0.01mg
Vitamin K 0.04mcg
Magnesium 3.3mg1%
Zinc 0.46mg4%
Folate 0.25mcg

Estimated nutrition — not all ingredients could be calculated.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium green bell pepper
  • 0.5 medium red onion
  • 1 garlic
  • 3 medium tomatoes
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons parsley
  • 30 grams feta cheese
  • 2 slices wheat bread
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. 1Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the diced green bell pepper and red onion, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. 4Add the chopped tomatoes, sea salt, ground black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes, cooking until the tomatoes are soft and the mixture resembles a thick sauce, about 10 minutes.
  5. 5Crack the eggs directly into the skillet over the tomato mixture. Gently stir to combine and scramble the eggs with the vegetables, cooking until the eggs are set, about 5 minutes.
  6. 6Remove from heat and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and freshly chopped parsley.
  7. 7Serve immediately with slices of whole grain bread.
  8. 8Enjoy a wholesome and nutritious start to your day.

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