Savory Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bowl

Name: Savory Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bowl
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 cup cherry tomatoes on the vine; 2 tsp olive oil; salt (to taste); 4 large eggs; 1 tsp salted butter (for soft-scrambled only); salt (to taste); 1½ cup thick plain greek yogurt; ⅔ cup diced cucumber; 2 tsp chili crisp or hot honey; everything bagel seasoning; fresh herbs (such as dill, chives, or parsley); 2 slices sourdough bread (toasted, for serving)

I don’t know what’s going on in the world, but somehow yogurt bowls are trending right now.

Whichever influencer made yogurt bowls hot again, kudos to them.

Personally, I’m a little sick of the classic yogurt bowl, so I’m taking a different approach with my savory greek yogurt breakfast bowl.

It starts with a base of greek yogurt, then gets topped with blistered cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and eggs (your way). To finish: everything bagel seasoning, a drizzle of chili oil or hot honey, and fresh herbs. And on the side, a crusty piece of sourdough to scoop it all up with.

If you’ve never thought about a savory yogurt breakfast bowl, this might sound a bit weird at first. But you’re going to have to trust me. It’s a pretty incredible pairing.

Greek yogurt breakfast bowl with eggs, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and everything bagel seasoning

Why You’ll Love It

High protein. With 34 grams of protein per serving, this is the kind of breakfast that’s going to keep you full and energized all morning long.
Savory. If you’re a little burnt out on sweet breakfast, this will be a new go-to. It’s creamy, fresh, and a little bit spicy.
Ready in 15 minutes. Blister the tomatoes, cook your eggs, and build your bowl. That’s it.
Make-ahead friendly. Prep a few components ahead and it takes just a couple of minutes to assemble on the spot.
Totally customizable. Swap the yogurt for cottage cheese, use different veggies, cook the eggs your way, and top with whatever you love.
Real-food ingredients. Nothing with an ingredients label, no protein powders, nothing weird here. Just greek yogurt, eggs, veggies, and a couple of toppings.

Love a savory breakfast? Try my Savory Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl. Same format as this, but with cottage cheese and different toppings.

Close-up greek yogurt bowl with jammy eggs, hot honey drizzle, dill, and cucumber

Key Ingredients

These savory greek yogurt breakfast bowls come together with just a handful of simple ingredients. You probably already have most of them in your fridge.

Greek yogurt. This is the creamy base of this savory breakfast bowl and where most of the protein comes from. I like to use a thick, strained, plain greek yogurt. Full-fat, low-fat, and non-fat all work here.
Eggs. Two eggs per serving, cooked your way. I like soft-boiled with a jammy yolk, but you can soft-scramble or even poach them.
Cherry tomatoes. I like to buy the ones on the vine and blister them until the skins burst and they get a little soft. That warm bite against the cold yogurt is the perfect contrast.
Cucumber. I like to finely dice a bit of cucumber for crunch and a cooling bite. Persian or mini cucumbers are great here since they’re a little sweeter and milder.
Toppings. Feel free to go wild here. My toppings of choice are everything bagel seasoning, a drizzle of chili oil or hot honey, and some fresh herbs like dill, chives, or parsley.
Sourdough. A small, crusty slice of sourdough on the side is perfect for scooping everything up.

How To Make It

The savory greek yogurt breakfast bowl could not be simpler to make. I’ve given you a couple of different cooking methods so you can use whatever you have on hand.

Blister the tomatoes. Toss your cherry tomatoes with some olive oil and a pinch of salt, then pick your method: pan-fry, air fry, or roast in the oven. You want them soft with the skins blistered and a few of them bursting.
Cook your eggs. The choice is yours again: soft-scrambled, soft-boiled, or even poached. I like to throw mine in the air fryer with the tomatoes for 8 to 9 minutes for that perfect jammy yolk.
Assemble. Spoon your greek yogurt into a wide, shallow bowl, then top with the tomatoes, eggs, and diced cucumber. Finish with everything bagel seasoning, a drizzle of chili oil or hot honey, and a handful of fresh herbs. Serve with a slice of toasted sourdough, the perfect vehicle for scooping everything up.

Looking for more savory high-protein breakfast options? Try my High-Protein Breakfast Tacos.

Victoria’s Tips

Here are a few small things that make all the difference between a good savory yogurt bowl and one you’ll crave again and again.

Use a thick, high-quality yogurt. A strained, thick greek yogurt or labneh is the perfect option here. It’s super creamy and flavorful, and substantial enough to be a good base for all the toppings.
Season the base. Plain greek yogurt works great here, but if you want to take it to the next level, add a little grated garlic, a pinch of salt, and a small drizzle of olive oil. Mix until smooth, then spoon into your bowl and top.
Watch your egg timer. If you’re going for the perfect jammy egg, seven minutes is your sweet spot when boiling. Air fryers vary a bit, but in mine, eight minutes gets me the same result.
Don’t be shy with toppings. The greek yogurt base and the veggies need a bit of extra oomph to bring everything together, which is why I love everything bagel seasoning, chili oil, and some fresh dill. But you can customize this to whatever you love: hot sauce, chili flakes, a drizzle of olive oil. The options are limitless.

Overhead savory greek yogurt bowl with jammy eggs, vine tomatoes, diced cucumber, and toast

Swaps & Substitutions

Need to swap something? Here’s what works:

Greek yogurt. Use an unsweetened non-dairy greek yogurt, or swap in cottage cheese.
Eggs. Make these your favorite way, or substitute a tofu scramble. You can even swap in smoked salmon or crispy turkey bacon.
Cherry tomatoes and cucumber. Lots of veggies work great here: roasted red peppers, thinly sliced radish, or some shaved fennel. Feel free to experiment and find what you love.
Fresh herbs. While dill is my favorite, chives, parsley, and even cilantro are all great. Use whatever soft herb you have on hand, or a handful of baby arugula for a peppery finish.
Everything but the bagel seasoning: While this really is my favorite, there are lots of great options here: za’atar is lemony and herby, dukkah is nutty and crunchy, furikake gives more of an Asian spin with lots of umami.
Chili oil or hot honey: Wanna spice things up? Chili crisp to add heat and crunch. Hot honey also adds a sweet-savory note that works really well.

Want something to eat on the go? Check out 7 High-Protein Breakfast On The Go Ideas.

Macro of a jammy egg over greek yogurt with dill, chili oil, and everything bagel seasoning

Storage & Meal Prep

This bowl is best prepared fresh, but you can prep a couple of the components if you want to make things faster throughout the week. Batch cook your tomatoes keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days, and soft-boiled eggs keep for 3 days unpeeled.

With those two components prepped, it’s really just a 2-minute assembly: scoop the yogurt, warm up the tomatoes, peel and halve the egg, then assemble.

FAQ

What kind of yogurt works best in this savory yogurt bowl?

A thick, strained, plain greek yogurt, or even labneh, works best. It’s high in protein, super creamy, and holds its shape. Avoid anything that’s sweetened or too thin.

Can I make this dairy-free?

Totally! Just swap the greek yogurt for a thick, unsweetened coconut- or almond-based yogurt. You’ll lose some of the protein, so consider adding an extra egg or even some smoked salmon.

Is the savory greek yogurt breakfast bowl gluten-free?

The bowl itself is naturally gluten-free. Just swap the sourdough for your favorite gluten-free bread or skip the toast altogether, and double-check your seasonings, too.

How do I meal prep this for breakfast?

You can blister a big batch of tomatoes and soft-boil your eggs ahead of time. In the mornings, all you have to do is rewarm the tomatoes and add your cucumber, eggs, and toppings. It all comes together in about two minutes.