Mediterranean Scramble with Zucchini and Halloumi

This simple scramble is inspired by the traditional “Courgettes with Eggs” or “Kolokouthkia me t’afka” dish in Cyprus and Greece. Halloumi cheese adds an unmatched savory ﬂavor. Serve with whole grain pita and fruit for a balanced, Mediterranean-inspired breakfast.

Filed Under: Mediterranean Diet, Vegetarian & Vegan Diet, Main dishes, Breakfast, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Staff Favorites

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Active time

15 minutes

Total time

15 minutes

Yield

2 servings

Serving Size

1/2 recipe

Ingredients

½ tablespoon olive oil

1 small zucchini, sliced

1 ounce halloumi cheese, chopped into pea-sized pieces

3 eggs

2 tablespoons milk

½ teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the zucchini slices and halloumi and cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini softens and halloumi turns golden-brown (about 5-8 minutes).
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and oregano, then pour into the skillet. Cook, stirring often with a rubber spatula, until scrambled eggs reach desired texture (about 3-5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste

An Oldways recipe, courtesy of Kelly Toups