In my book, a savory breakfast toast--Mediterranean-style, of course-- is the perfect way to start the day! Loaded with hummus, veggies and other Mediterranean favorites, it is a healthy,  nutrition-packed and super satisfying breakfast...plus, DELICIOUS! Be sure to check out all my tips and ideas for the perfect savory breakfast toast.

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One slice of Mediterranean-style breakfast toast loaded with hummus, arugula, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, a sprinkle of za'atar and feta cheese

A few weeks back, we talked about what a Mediterranean diet breakfast looks like. And I've since heard from many of you asking for more quick Mediterranean breakfast ideas. My answer? Grab some hummus!

It's no secret that I'm a big fan of hummus. If you stop by my house at any point in time, I'd probably whip up a bowl of roasted garlic hummus to get us started. But equally exciting to me is a simple breakfast toast slathered with plain hummus and loaded with veggies, olives, and maybe a sprinkle of za'atar and good feta.

Hummus, cucumbers, tomatoes, a bowl of olives, arugula, za'atar spice and whole grain toast. Ingredients for Mediterranean style breakfast toast

I make these savory breakfast toast with hummus on a regular basis. They're convenient, nutrition-packed, and very filling. And let's get this out there right now, if you don't feel like dirtying your food processor, no sweat. A good store-bought hummus works great here.

Ready to get on the savory breakfast toast wagon? I've got a few tips for you...

Two breakfast toasts, a bowl of olives and extra tomatoes and hummus on the side

Breakfast Toast Tips and Ideas

1.To get the most out of your breakfast toast, be sure to use a hearty and healthy bread like an organic whole grain or whole wheat bread. One slice is often enough if you're eating quality nutrition-packed bread. If you don't want to use bread, make  sweet potato toast as an alternative!

2. To make savory breakfast toast on the fly any given morning, just have your  veggies and other toppings prepped and refrigerated in air-tight glass containers. I like to store mine in small separate containers.

3- Breakfast toast variations...the possibilities are endless! You can use traditional hummus; roasted red pepper hummus; garlic hummus (or try any of these ready hummus flavors!) And take the opportunity to use up veggies you already have on hand. I often have cucumbers and tomatoes, so that's what I used here. You can use other raw vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, avocado (technically a fruit), or even leftover roasted veggies!

If you need more protein, add a boiled egg or shredded rotisserie chicken on top (heck, I've even done leftover chicken shawarma!)

If you're looking for an alternative to hummus toast, try this smoked salmon sandwich, my lighter, vegetable-packed take on lox and bagels.

Mediterranean-Style Breakfast Toast with hummus, arugula, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, a sprinkle of za'atar and feta cheese

More Recipes To Try:

Feta and Spinach Frittata

Balalela Salad

Shakshuka Eggs

Egyptian Vegan Stew with Peas and Carrots

Greek Chicken and Potato Dinner

 

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One slice of Mediterranean-style breakfast toast loaded with hummus, arugula, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, a sprinkle of za'atar and feta cheese

Mediterranean-Style Breakfast Toast

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Easy Mediterranean-style breakfast toast with hummus, garden vegetables, and other Mediterranean favorites. A healthy way to start your day! Be sure to check out the tips and ideas.

Ingredients

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  • 4 thick slices whole grain or whole wheat bread of choice
  • ½ cup/123 g hummus (homemade or quality store-bought)
  • Za'atar spice blend, to your liking
  • Handful baby arugula
  • 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
  • 1 to 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced into rounds
  • 2 tbsp/about 16 g chopped olives of your choice
  • Crumbled feta cheese, a sprinkle to your liking

Instructions

  1. Toast bread slices to your liking
  2. Spread about 2 tablespoon hummus on each slice of bread. Add a generous sprinkle of Za'atar spice, then load on the arugula and remaining toppings. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Cook's Tip: To get the most out of your breakfast toast, be sure to use a hearty and healthy bread like an organic whole grain or whole wheat bread. One slice is often enough if you're eating quality nutrition-packed bread. Don't want to use bread, try sweet potato toasts as an alternative.
  • Prepare-Ahead Tips: to make these breakfast toasts on the fly any given morning, just have your choice of veggies and other toppings prepped and refrigerated in air-tight glass containers. I like to store mine in small separate containers.
  • Breakfast Toast Variations: You can change up your breakfast toasts by choosing a different hummus (roasted red pepper hummus; garlic hummus etc.) Use other veggies you might have on hand.  Raw or even leftover roasted veggies will work. And if you need more protein, add a boiled egg or shredded rotisserie chicken on top (heck, I've even done leftover chicken shawarma before.)
  • Shop our all-natural and organic spice collections and other Mediterranean favorites here.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keywords: breakfast toast, hummus, savory breakfast toast

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  1. Yum!!! I made this today for breakfast and it was wonderful! We are vegans and it is a perfectly delicious protein-packed start to the day! Thank you!

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  4. Perfect savory breakfast, thank you! And it would have been quick if I didn't have to make the hummus first, but you've ruined me for store bought hummus, haha! I love avocado toast but needed a break, and this can be easily adapted to whatever I have on hand. Thank you!

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  5. Hello, I am just joining and haven't tried any recipe yet. My doctored told me my cholesterol was high and to try a Mediterranean diet. Since I love Mediterranean food, I had no problem with that. Also I don't normally eat breakfast so this Mediterranean style toast sounds delicious and hopefully will get me on track to eating breakfast and eating healthier. I'll be back with updates! 🙂

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  7. A fine addition to my morning routine. I had this for breakfast this morning and it was just right for the start of a weekend winter day.

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  10. Love, love hummus!!! I am always looking for something different for a savory breakfast, I am definitely making this part of my repertoire. Thanks so much for sharing your culture - I'm a big fan!

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  12. This looks so good! I love good whole grain bread and am curious what brand of bread you buy/use or do you make your own? Thank you for sharing these recipes! I would never think to put all these ingredients together for toast until someone skilled in the Mediterranean way of eating shows me!

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    1. Thanks, Jenny! I am glad you like this idea and can't wait for you to try it. I often grab whole wheat or whole grain bread from the bakery section at my local grocery store, but also Dave's Killer bread has some great options.

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  13. I just happen to have hummus in the fridge and this was a delicious change of pace from my avocado toast!

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  15. This is the kind of delicious and satisfying breakfast I love! It starts the day off right and keeps me going strong all morning!

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  16. This looks so delicious and I could actually easily eat this for lunch as well. Perfect combination of flavors. Love all the mediterranean flavors.

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  19. You say breakfast toast -- I say breakfast, lunch and dinner -- and maybe a few snacks in between! Yummy!

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