Mediterranean Breakfast Shakshuka with Feta

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-23 · Updated 2026-03-23

Poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce with feta, olives, and spinach. Served with crusty bread. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe (vegetarian, high-protein), ready in about 40 minutes, combines tomatoes, feta cheese, olives into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups tomatoes
• 1/2 cup feta cheese
• 1/4 cup olives
• 1 cup spinach
• 4 eggs
• 4 slices bread

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups diced tomatoes and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and releasing their juices. Add 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1/4 cup pitted olives, and 1 cup chopped spinach; cook for 3-4 minutes until the spinach wilts and the feta begins to melt. Tip: Add feta after the tomatoes have softened to prevent it from becoming too crumbly.
2. Step 2: Use the back of a spoon to create 4 shallow wells in the tomato mixture. Crack 4 eggs into each well, ensuring the yolks are intact. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny. Tip: Avoid moving the eggs during cooking to prevent them from breaking.
3. Step 3: Serve the shakshuka immediately, accompanied by 4 slices of bread. For the bread, lightly brush each slice with 1 tsp olive oil and toast in a toaster or oven at 375°F (190°C) for 3-4 minutes until golden and crisp. Tip: Toasting the bread enhances its texture and pairs well with the rich flavors of the dish.