Turkish Za'atar Yogurt Pancakes with Roasted Eggplant & Pomegranate
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 2 · medium

Fluffy whole grain pancakes infused with Mediterranean yogurt and za'atar spice, topped with silky roasted eggplant, pomegranate seeds, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. A savory-sweet breakfast that celebrates Turkish breakfast traditions with a creative twist.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (unsweetened), full-fat preferred
- 1 cup whole wheat flour, or spelt flour
- 2 whole large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon honey, raw, unfiltered
- 1 teaspoon baking powder, aluminum-free
- 1.5 teaspoons za'atar spice blend, contains sumac, thyme, sesame
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 medium Japanese eggplant, cubed, about 8 oz
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided for cooking and drizzle
- 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds, fresh
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 0.25 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 whole lemon, for juice


