“Mediterranean Delight: A Scrumptious Vegetarian Israeli Breakfast”
This vegetarian Israeli breakfast recipe, also known as Mediterranean Delight, is an easy and flavorful meal that combines fresh vegetables, halloumi cheese, and avocado with a variety of textures and flavors. The dish can be prepared in less than 20 minutes and is perfect for breakfast or brunch. It caters to vegetarian diets while still incorporating the traditional elements of an Israeli breakfast.
Allergens
Dairy (Halloumi cheese)
Ingredients
- 4 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 avocados, peeled and pitted
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and halloumi cheese. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Preheat a non stick pan over medium heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Slice the avocados into thin wedges.
- Place the avocado wedges in the preheated pan and cook for about 1 minute on each side until golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.
- To serve, plate the marinated salad mix onto six individual plates or one large serving dish. Top with cooked avocado slices.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and fresh mint leaves.
Chef’s Insight
This recipe showcases the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine, with a focus on freshness and simplicity. The combination of ingredients ensures a satisfying and delicious vegetarian breakfast option.
Notes
The key to this dish is using fresh, high-quality ingredients for maximum flavor and texture contrasts.