Breakfast options for a balanced Mediterranean Diet

balanced Mediterranean Diet


The Mediterranean diet is so called because it is focused more around the intake of classic foods coming straight from the cities of Mediterranean region that is Greece, Spain and Italy. This diet regime is very effective if you are aiming to lose weight, as it includes food options that are low on cholesterol yet high on fatty acids and fiber.Following are the most commonly recommended Mediterranean breakfast options you are most welcome to try out:

Scrambled eggs and toast:
A Mediterranean diet consists of eggs as a vital component, mostly because it contains just the right blend of protein, zinc, iron and vitamin B. There can be numerous ways of making eggs as a part your breakfast, be it omelette loaded with vegetables, scrambled eggs or egg white dishes, depending on what you prefer. However, it is important that you do not use bacon grease or animal fat to fry them. A slice or two of whole wheat non-buttered toast on the side to pair it with your main dish complements your meal in the best way possible.

Cereal and fruits:
Taking a bowl of whole-grain cereal with some low-fat milk to go along, can serve as the ideal carbohydrate intake to start your day with. Add a large bowl of chopped fruits including strawberries, pineapples and bananas that will give you the necessary doze of calcium, Vitamin A, zinc and vitamin C on one hand, while increasing your adult life expectancy and reducing your chances to be prone to cardiovascular diseases, on the other.

Yogurt and apricot:
The main emphasis of Mediterranean diet is on low fat dairy products and hence plain Greek yogurt can be used as an easy substitute for your regular yogurt as it tends to contain approximately twice the amount of protein that will keep your energy levels up throughout the day. Ripe apricot that acts as a natural anti-oxidant can be topped with honey and roasted pistachio nuts for added goodness.

Whole grain pancakes:
Whole grains are rich in essential fibers, proteins and healthy anti oxidants that reduces your risk of cancer, heart diseases, muscular degradation, stroke and boosts the immune system. Pancakes combined with grated, chopped or mashed vegetables and fruits such as blueberries, zucchini, bananas, sweet potatoes, apple, carrots, cranberries and raisins increase the nutrient value. Slap on some maple syrup for the deliciousness.

Sandwich and Smoothies:
Use Rosemary Focaccia bread for preparing the sandwich which is a kind of Italian bread containing no saturated fat or cholesterol and is high in Vitamin B12. Combine it with a thin slice of goat cheese, fresh tomato and basil leaves to obtain the perfect Mediterranean diet sandwich for your breakfast meal. Goat cheese has low sodium density and calorie count that takes care of bowel health. Pair up your healthy sandwich with a large glass of home made smoothie by taking fresh pomegranate juice combined with your favorite assorted berries and apple juice with a pinch of flax seed. Add ice cubes and you are ready to go.