The Mediterranean diet is among the most popular, according to the U.S. News and World Report. With research and studies backing its heart-healthy benefits, what's not to love about it?

The basics of the Mediterranean diet are simple: prioritize fresh vegetables, fruit, nuts, legumes, whole grains, and lean protein sources (like fish, poultry, and low-fat dairy). Olive oil is the preferred fat for the Mediterranean diet, rather than butter.
If you are not sure what to make for breakfast following the Mediterranean diet, here are Mediterranean diet breakfast ideas! Each idea below links to a step-by-step recipe.
Oatmeal
Whole grains are essential to the Mediterranean diet, and quick oats are an easy meal option for busy mornings. Below are quick breakfast options with easy oatmeal recipes.
Fluffy Egg White Oatmeal
The Best Protein Oatmeal (With Quick Oats!)
Blender Oatmeal Banana Almond Milk Pancakes
Sweet Potatoes
Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
Sweet Potato Almond Butter Bowl
Smoothies
Pineapple Kiwi Spinach Green Smoothie
Peach Banana Pineapple Smoothie
Blueberry Kale Banana Smoothie
Strawberry Pomegranate Smoothie
Strawberry Banana Pineapple Smoothie
Fruits and Nuts
Greek Protein Yogurt Fruit Granola Bowls
Bowl of Pomegranate Arils
Homemade Larabars (4 Variations)
Apple Cinnamon Greek Yogurt Granola
Egg Recipes
Sunny Side Up Eggs With Sumac
Shakshuka Eggs With Potato Hash
Egg White Breakfast Casserole with Turkey Sausage
Mediterranean
Many countries in the Mediterranean region naturally follow the Mediterranean diet. Here are a few Mediterranean diet breakfast recipes with Mediterranean roots.
Lox Bagel With Creamy Labneh Cheese
Egyptian Baked Falafel (Tameya)
Egyptian Ful Medames
Labneh Pita Sandwich
Lebanese Za'atar Manakeesh
Other Breakfast Ideas
Avocado toast is a simple and nutritious breakfast made with toasted whole-grain bread (or white bread) and crushed avocado. Top avocado toast with a soft boiled egg or hard-boiled egg, or drizzle avocado with olive oil, a squeeze of lime and flaked sea salt. Or, swap this garlic guacamole recipe for plain avocado to elevate things a bit.
A toasted English muffin with a poached egg is a delicious and quick recipe. Serve with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil to add some healthy fats.
Fruit bowls are a great way to get plenty of fruits. Use any combination of strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, papaya, pineapple, banana, apples, pears, grapes, pomegranate arils, and cantaloupe.
Christal
I'm allergic to banana. Any ideas for me?
Lily
The Greek yogurt fruit granola bowls are delicious. You can also omit the banana in the oatmeal recipes and substitute maple syrup, agave, or honey. Also with oatmeal you can add a splash of milk, almond milk, or oat milk.