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Turkish Menemen-Inspired Egg & White Bean Scramble with Charred Halloumi & Herb Oil

Prep 15 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Turkish Menemen-Inspired Egg & White Bean Scramble with Charred Halloumi & Herb Oil

A vibrant Turkish-style breakfast featuring scrambled eggs folded with creamy white beans, topped with crispy pan-seared halloumi cheese, finished with a drizzle of herb-infused olive oil and fresh herbs. Served alongside roasted za'atar vegetables and whole grain flatbread.

Ingredients

  • 8 whole large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 can (15oz) canned white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 8 oz halloumi cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 3 whole garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice, fresh
  • 1 tsp sea salt, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper, to taste
  • 4 pieces whole grain flatbread, warmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
  • 1 tbsp za'atar spice blend, for roasting

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss zucchini rounds and cherry tomatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, za'atar, salt, and pepper. Spread on baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until charred and tender.

  2. 2

    While vegetables roast, prepare herb oil: combine 2 tbsp olive oil with minced garlic, parsley, mint, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.

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