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Authentic Egyptian Breakfast Platter: A Paleo-Friendly Feast

This mouthwatering Egyptian Breakfast Platter recipe is perfect for those following a paleo diet. Featuring succulent grilled chicken, creamy hummus, crispy flatbread, and a tangy tomato and cucumber salad, this visually stunning dish takes you on a culinary adventure through ancient Egypt.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: 12 minutes - Total Time: 22 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Egyptian, Paleo

Allergens

N/A (excluding gluten for paleo diet)

Ingredients

  • 8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chickpeas, cooked
  • 4 tbsp tahini
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Paleo flatbread (store
  • bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Grill the chicken for 6 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to make hummus.
  4. In another bowl, combine the diced tomato, cucumber, red onion, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the salad.
  5. Assemble the platter by arranging the sliced grilled chicken, hummus, flatbread, and salad in separate sections. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Chef’s Insight

This Egyptian breakfast platter is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients and flavors that will transport you to the land of the pharaohs!

Notes

You can easily customize this recipe by adding other paleo-friendly ingredients such as avocado, roasted bell peppers, or olives.

Cultural or Historical Background

The ingredients used in this recipe have been part of Egyptian cuisine for thousands of years, reflecting the country's rich culinary heritage.