25+ Mediterranean Diet Breakfast Recipes

The Mediterranean diet isn’t just for lunch and dinner—and this roundup of breakfast recipes proves it. Highlighting ingredients like whole grains, healthy fats, fruits and veggies, these breakfasts follow our nutrition parameters for the Mediterranean diet and are  incredibly delicious. Every morning this month, you’ll be enjoying healthy, flavorful and satisfying recipes like our Creamy Mango-Blueberry Chia Seed Smoothie or our Pesto, Egg & Potato Skillet.

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Blueberry-Banana Peanut Butter Parfait

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.

This blueberry-banana peanut butter parfait is a delicious layered breakfast that combines fruit, yogurt and nutty goodness. Sliced bananas and juicy blueberries are stacked between creamy yogurt and swirls of peanut butter for a sweet and satisfying meal. Chunky peanut butter adds a bit of crunch for extra texture, but smooth peanut butter blends in beautifully if you prefer a silkier bite.

Creamy Mango-Blueberry Chia Seed Smoothie

Photographer: Brittney Cottrell, Food stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop stylist: Keoshia McGhee.

This chia seed smoothie is a nutrient-packed blend perfect for breakfast. Sweet, tropical mango pairs with juicy blueberries for a refreshing balance of flavors and natural sweetness. Chia seeds add texture while providing fiber and omega-3s. This colorful smoothie is as energizing as it is delicious, keeping you feeling fueled and refreshed all morning.

Black Bean & Pepper Jack Quiche

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless.

This black bean quiche with pepper Jack cheese is perfect for brunch or a light dinner. The creamy egg filling is packed with fiber-rich black beans, sweet peppers and spicy pepper Jack cheese for a flavorful kick. If you want to tame the heat, Monterey Jack cheese can be used in its place. Serve it with a simple green salad or fresh salsa on the side.

Pesto, Egg & Potato Skillet

Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Shannon Goforth, Prop Stylist: Breanna Ghazali.

This pesto, egg and potato skillet is a flavorful meal made with just five ingredients thanks to a generous spoonful of pesto, which adds an herby richness. The eggs can easily be cooked to your liking. If you prefer the yolks cooked through, add a few extra minutes to the cook time in Step 3. Garnish with basil, if desired.

Blueberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie

Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Hannah Grennwood.

This fruit smoothie is a nutrient-packed drink that’s perfect for your next breakfast. It blends frozen peaches and sweet frozen blueberries with a splash of almond milk and yogurt for a creamy, fruity base. Chia seeds add fiber, omega-3s and a slight thickness to the smoothie as they soak up the liquid.

High-Protein PB&J Baked Oats

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist Hannah Grennwood.

These high-protein peanut butter baked oats with jelly are a delicious mash-up that combines the nostalgic flavors of peanut butter and jelly with the hearty texture of baked oats. Packed with protein from peanut butter, Greek-style yogurt and eggs, these baked oats will help keep you full and energized throughout the morning.

Marry Me Quiche

Photographer: Robby Lozano; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

This savory dish, inspired by the beloved Marry Me Chicken, features the same delicious ingredients in the form of a crustless quiche! Sun-dried tomatoes bring a deep, tangy sweetness that melds beautifully with creamy goat cheese and spinach. Whether served for brunch, lunch or a cozy dinner with a salad on the side, Marry Me Quiche is guaranteed to win hearts with its comforting, bold flavor.

High-Protein Blueberry & Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

Photographer: Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.

This high-protein blueberry and peanut butter chia pudding is a perfect make-ahead breakfast packed with fiber and protein to keep you energized throughout the day. Chia seeds soak up the blended almond milk and blueberries overnight, creating a creamy pudding that’s layered for a peanut butter-and-jelly effect.

Watermelon-Peach Smoothie

Ali Redmond

This watermelon-peach smoothie is a refreshing drink that’s perfect for warm days. Made with ripe watermelon and frozen peaches, this smoothie bursts with fruity flavor without the need for added sugar. Use frozen peaches from a bag or freeze your own ripe, in-season peaches for the best sweet and fruity flavor.

Spinach, Feta & Egg-Stuffed Peppers

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling

Bake eggs directly in a pepper for a gorgeous breakfast dish that all will enjoy. Use any colored bell pepper, just be sure to remove the seeds. Pair these stuffed peppers with your favorite fruit for a satisfying breakfast.

Berry Crumble Overnight Oats

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen

With the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures, these berry crumble overnight oats will keep you satisfied all morning. The natural sweetness of the berries pairs beautifully with the cinnamon-spiced oat base, while the crumble topping adds a crunchy layer to each bite. The best part? You can use any mixture of berries or stick to your favorite—whether it’s juicy blueberries, tart raspberries, sweet strawberries or a blend of all three.

Avocado Toast with Sprouts

Hummus, sprouts and avocado top sprouted whole-wheat bread in this healthy vegan lunch idea. Look for sprouted bread in the freezer section of your grocery store.

Chopped Lox & Veggie Bagel

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

Chopping the veggies and smoked salmon together with the cream cheese allows for an even distribution of ingredients, ensuring the perfect bite every time. We like the flavor and fiber that a whole-grain everything bagel adds, but any kind of bagel works well here. For a fun twist, use a flavored cream cheese.

Get Your Greens Quiche

photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle

This loaded vegetable quiche packs in the greens and skips the crust, making it easy to pull together while keeping all the savory flavors of a traditional quiche. We love earthy and tender-crisp collard greens in this quiche, but you can easily swap them out for another sturdy green like kale or Swiss chard.

Blueberry-Coconut-Walnut Baked Oatmeal

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

This baked oatmeal gets crunchiness from walnuts and natural sweetness from banana and dates with bursts of juicy blueberries. This hearty dish is perfect for meal prep or sharing at brunch, offering a nutritious start to your day. Serve it warm with a dollop of yogurt.

Raspberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey

This creamy raspberry-peach chia seed smoothie is the best way to start your day or recharge in the afternoon. Chia seeds add fiber to keep you full and satisfied. The natural sweetness of frozen peaches combined with dates and the tangy brightness of raspberries make every sip refreshing and satisfying.

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bowl

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

This cottage cheese bowl with capers, dill and a soft-cooked egg is the ultimate high-protein meal. This bowl will keep you going strong throughout the morning, while an egg adds richness and even more staying power. Pulled together in only 20 minutes, this breakfast is the perfect choice for starting your day off right.

Spinach & Feta English Muffin Breakfast Casserole

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell

This spinach-and-feta breakfast casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that makes a perfect centerpiece for your weekend brunch. A mashup between a breakfast sandwich and a strata, this dish layers split English muffins, creamy spinach, crumbled feta and a fluffy egg mixture. With just 20 minutes of prep, this easy-to-make dish offers a stress-free way to kick off your weekend morning.

Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Bowl

Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley

This colorful, satisfying breakfast grain bowl is a nutritional powerhouse, packed with ingredients like black beans, roasted broccoli and beets that fight inflammation to start your day. The egg is cooked just right—firm egg whites with a slightly jammy yolk. If you want the yolk fully cooked, cook it an extra two minutes. This grain bowl is vibrant and interesting with plenty of textural contrast, and we know you won’t be able to stop making it.

Egg, Tomato & Feta Breakfast Pita

Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl

This breakfast pita is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious start to their day! This easy breakfast combines fresh veggies and feta cheese with za’atar, a fragrant spice blend that enhances the taste without adding sodium or sweeteners.

Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie

Ali Redmond

Peanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.

3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Requiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep.

Spinach & Egg Scramble with Raspberries

Jen Causey

This quick egg scramble with hearty bread is one of the best breakfasts for weight loss. It combines protein-packed eggs and superfood raspberries with filling whole-grain toast and nutrient-rich spinach. The protein and fiber help fill you up and keep you going through the morning.

Broccoli, Tomato & White Bean Quiche

Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Hannah Grennwood.

This broccoli, tomato and white bean quiche is perfect for a simple breakfast, brunch or light dinner. Made without a crust, it’s much quicker to prepare than a traditional quiche, saving time without skimping on flavor. The blend of tender roasted broccoli, juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy white beans creates a filling, protein-rich meal that’s both comforting and nourishing.

Southwest Breakfast Quesadilla

Pico de gallo and cheesy eggs make this quick breakfast flavorful and satisfying.

Spinach, Mushroom & Egg Casserole

Greg Dupree

This delightful spinach, mushroom and egg casserole is layered with earthy cooked mushrooms and baby spinach, fluffy eggs and nutty cave-aged Gruyère that deepens the flavor. Serve this easy casserole for breakfast, brunch or even dinner with a green salad on the side.

Peanut Butter-Banana English Muffin

Peanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions.

Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Kale

Ali Redmond

You can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don’t forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping.

Sriracha, Egg & Avocado Overnight Oats

If you love avocado toast, give this savory overnight oats recipe a try. The oats soak overnight for easy “cooking.” In the morning, just top with a fried egg, avocado and Sriracha for a satisfying healthy breakfast.

Ricotta & Yogurt Parfait

Reminiscent of a lemon cheesecake, this healthy breakfast recipe is easy to throw together in the morning. Or stir together the filling in a jar the night before and top with the fruit, nuts and seeds when you get to work.