Greek yogurt breakfast: A quick and nutritious morning boost
There's a reason why breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day. While other meals are also important, a good start in the morning provides strength and energy for the day. If breakfast is also tasty, the motivation to work won't be lacking. Try a quick Greek recipe instead of the typical sandwiches or boring scrambled eggs.
2:38 PM EDT, August 12, 2024
Greek breakfast is a celebration of simplicity. It's perfect for days when you don't have much time to decide what to eat for your first or second meal. The foundation of this breakfast is thick Greek yogurt, rich in protein and probiotics. Additionally, it includes nuts, one of the best sources of healthy fats in the diet. To sweeten your morning, you can add honey, preferably from a good local apiary. Every ingredient in this breakfast is a treasure trove of nutrients, and their combination provides the energy for a good morning.
Greek breakfast
Like Italians, Greeks don't emphasize breakfast, focusing instead on afternoon meals. However, this doesn't mean they leave home with a rumbling stomach. A typical Greek breakfast consists of thick yogurt, honey, and nuts. People prefer this bowl during summer when the heat is intense, reducing their appetite and desire to prepare something cooked, especially fried food.
Greek yogurt with honey and nuts
This meal has everything you need. Yogurt provides protein and calcium; nuts provide healthy unsaturated fats; honey has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties; and fruits provide vitamins and polyphenols. To increase fiber content, you can add oatmeal, chia seeds, or flaxseed to the yogurt.
The recipe for such a breakfast is really simple. It's perfect when you're in a morning rush and don't have time.
Ingredients:
- 5 oz of thick natural Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons of good quality honey (e.g., thyme, chestnut, or multi-flower)
- 1 oz of walnuts
- Seasonal fruits (optional)
Preparation:
- Place the Greek yogurt in a bowl.
- Add honey and mix until uniform in consistency.
- Top with chopped walnuts and fresh fruits.
It's simple, quick, and delicious - a Greek breakfast is a good start to the morning.
