Bitter Greens and Feta Scramble
A rustic Greek breakfast that embraces the pleasant bitterness of wild greens, balanced by the salty tang of feta cheese. This simple scramble is quick to prepare and offers a refreshing start to the day.
Prep Time
15 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
2
Calories
250 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Wash and roughly chop the dandelion greens. Crumble the feta cheese.
~3 min - 2
In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper.
~1 min - 3
Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
~2 min - 4
Add the chopped dandelion greens to the hot pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
~3 min - 5
Pour the whisked eggs over the greens. Stir gently to scramble the eggs as they cook.
~4 min - 6
When the eggs are almost cooked, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the scramble and cook for another minute until the cheese is slightly melted.
~1 min
Tips
- If dandelion greens are too bitter for your liking, you can blanch them briefly in boiling water for 30 seconds before sautéing.
- Serve immediately with a slice of crusty bread or a side of Greek yogurt for a more balanced meal.
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