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Strapatsada with Zucchini

Cultural Context

Strapatsada, a traditional Greek dish, is often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast or light meal. It showcases the simplicity of fresh ingredients—eggs, vegetables, and herbs—common in Mediterranean diets. The addition of zucchini adds a delightful twist, making it a popular choice in summer when zucchinis are abundant. Today, Strapatsada is cherished not only in Greece but also in various Mediterranean-inspired cuisines around the world, often adapted with local vegetables and spices.

GreekGRmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
4 large eggs
2 medium zucchini
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups diced tomatoes
1 medium onion
4 oz feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat while still providing creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while being versatile.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili adds heat without the cost of specialty spices.

zucchini

🥗Healthier: yellow squash

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Yellow squash provides similar texture and flavor.

1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

3

Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

4

Add diced zucchini and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

5

In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and black pepper until combined.

6

Pour the egg mixture over the zucchini in the skillet.

7

Gently stir the eggs, cooking until just set but still creamy, about 3-4 minutes.

8

Add diced tomatoes and crumbled feta cheese, mixing until combined.

9

Sprinkle with chopped parsley and oregano before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingscrambling

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

StrapatsadaGreek Scrambled Eggs with Zucchini

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