✨ Step into a world where bread isn’t just a side dish — it’s the star of the table. This loaf is a revelation: golden, aromatic, and packed with more protein than a prime steak. From the first glance, it’s rustic yet refined, speckled with seeds and herbs that whisper of Mediterranean gardens. From the first scent, it’s warm and nutty, with hints of basil, roasted tomato, and creamy cheese. And from the first bite, it’s a symphony of textures — tender, hearty, and satisfyingly rich.🍞
This isn’t your average bread. It’s a nourishing powerhouse, crafted with almond flour, Greek yoghurt, and a quartet of seeds that bring crunch, fibre, and flavour. It’s the kind of loaf that makes you pause, savour, and smile. Whether you’re hosting brunch, packing a lunchbox, or simply craving something wholesome, this recipe delivers. It’s easy to make, beautiful to serve, and endlessly versatile. No gluten, no yeast, no fuss — just real ingredients and real satisfaction. Slice it thick, toast it gently, top it boldly. This bread is your canvas. So preheat your oven, gather your greens, and let’s bake something unforgettable. 🌿
⏱️ Quick Overview
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 10 slices
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
- Dish Type: Protein Bread / Savoury Loaf
- Diet: Gluten-Free / High-Protein / Low-Carb
🌿 Bake Boldly With Nature’s Best
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🌰 Packed With Plant-Based Protein – Almonds, seeds, eggs, and yoghurt deliver serious nutrition
🍅 Bursting With Flavour – Sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and cheese create a savoury depth
🥣 No Yeast, No Waiting – Quick to prepare, no rising time required
🌿 Naturally Gluten-Free – Made with almond flour and psyllium for structure and fibre
🧀 Creamy & Crunchy – Soft cheese meets crisp seeds in every bite
🥚 Hearty Yet Light – Satisfying without heaviness, perfect for any time of day
🍽️ Versatile & Elegant – Serve it warm, cold, toasted, or topped — it fits every occasion
📅 Nutrition Per Serving (entire recipe yields 10 slices)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Protein: 12 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fibre: 5 g
- Sugars: 1 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Calcium: 120 mg
- Iron: 1.8 mg
- Vitamin B6: 0.2 mg
🍞 Slice Into Pure Plant-Powered Goodness
👨🍳 How to Make It (Step-by-step)
✔️ Preheat The Oven
Set your oven to 180°C and line a loaf tin with parchment paper
💡Use a tin with tall sides to support the rise and shape
✔️ Mix The Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine almond flour, salt, baking powder, psyllium husk, and all seeds
💡Stir well to evenly distribute the leavening and fibre
✔️ Whisk The Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, Greek yoghurt, olive oil, and soft cheese until smooth
💡Room temperature ingredients blend more easily and evenly
✔️ Add The Savoury Boost
Fold in chopped boiled eggs, green onion, basil, black pepper, and sun-dried tomatoes
💡Pat tomatoes dry before chopping to avoid excess oil
✔️ Combine Wet And Dry
Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until fully incorporated
💡Don’t overmix — a gentle fold preserves airiness
✔️ Transfer To Tin
Spoon the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula
💡Tap the tin lightly to release any trapped air bubbles
✔️ Bake To Perfection
Place in the oven and bake for 40 minutes until golden and firm
💡Check with a toothpick — it should come out clean
✔️ Cool On A Rack
Let the loaf rest in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack
💡Cooling prevents sogginess and helps set the crumb
✔️ Slice And Serve
Cut into thick slices once fully cooled
💡Use a serrated knife for clean cuts through seeds and cheese
✔️ Enjoy With Your Favourite Toppings
Serve with avocado, hummus, or a drizzle of olive oil
💡Pairs beautifully with fresh herbs or a poached egg
🥣 Real Ingredients, Real Satisfaction
🛒 Ingredients
🌰 Almond flour – 100 g / 1 cup
🧂 Salt – ½ tsp / 2 g
⚡ Baking powder – 2 tsp / 8 g
🌾 Psyllium husk – 1 tbsp / 10 g
🌱 Flax seeds – 50 g / ½ cup
🎃 Pumpkin seeds – 50 g / ⅓ cup
🌻 Sunflower seeds – 50 g / ⅓ cup
🥄 Sesame seeds – 50 g / ⅓ cup
🥚 Eggs – 3 large
🥛 Greek yoghurt – 150 g / ⅔ cup
🛢️ Olive oil – 30 ml / 2 tbsp
🧀 Soft cheese (cream cheese) – 150 g / ⅔ cup
🥚 Boiled eggs – 2 large, chopped
🧅 Green onion – 2 tbsp / 15 g, chopped
🌿 Fresh basil – 1 tsp / 5 g, chopped
🌶️ Black pepper – to taste
🍅 Sun-dried tomatoes in oil – 4 pieces, chopped
🧊 Storage & Freshness Tips
🧊 Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days
❄️ Wrap slices individually for grab-and-go convenience
🍞 Toast before serving to revive texture and aroma
🌬️ Avoid storing uncovered — it dries out quickly
🥣 Freeze slices flat and reheat in a toaster or oven
🧀 Creamy, Crunchy, Completely Craveable
🍽️ Kitchen Tools and 🛠️ Equipment Needed 🔪
🥣 Mixing bowls (2 sizes)
🥄 Measuring spoons and cups
🔪 Sharp knife and chopping board
🧁 Loaf tin (standard size)
📄 Parchment paper
🍳 Whisk or hand mixer
🌡️ Oven thermometer (optional for accuracy)
📅 Nutritional Benefits
🌰 Almond flour provides healthy fats and protein
🥚 Eggs offer complete amino acids and structure
🌾 Psyllium adds fibre and supports digestion
🧀 Cheese contributes calcium and creaminess
🌱 Seeds deliver omega-3s and crunch
🥛 Greek yoghurt boosts gut health and protein
🍅 Tomatoes add antioxidants and umami
🧅 Onion and basil enhance flavour and freshness
🛢️ Olive oil supports heart health
🍽️ Low in carbs, high in satisfaction
🍅 From Garden To Oven To Table
🌿 Health Benefits of the Ingredients
🌰 Almonds support brain function and heart health
🌾 Psyllium helps regulate blood sugar and cholesterol
🥚 Eggs promote muscle repair and satiety
🥛 Yoghurt aids digestion and immunity
🧀 Cheese provides calcium for bones and teeth
🌱 Flax and pumpkin seeds reduce inflammation
🌻 Sunflower seeds support skin and hair health
🌿 Basil contains anti-inflammatory compounds
🧅 Green onion boosts metabolism and flavour
🍅 Sun-dried tomatoes offer lycopene and depth
📅 Serving Suggestions
🍳 Serve warm with poached eggs and avocado slices
🧀 Pair with cottage cheese and cherry tomatoes for a protein-rich snack
🥗 Slice and top with hummus and roasted vegetables
🍅 Enjoy with fresh basil and sun-dried tomato pesto
🥒 Use as a base for open-faced sandwiches with cucumber and dill
🍽️ Toast and drizzle with olive oil and za’atar
🌿 Serve alongside a green salad with lemon vinaigrette
🍄 Top with sautéed mushrooms and garlic
🥑 Spread with guacamole and sprinkle with chilli flakes
🍯 Add a touch of honey and walnuts for a sweet-savoury twist
🥛 Nourish Your Day With Every Bite
💡 Top 20 Tips
Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification
Dry sun-dried tomatoes before chopping to avoid soggy batter
Toast seeds lightly for enhanced flavour
Use full-fat Greek yoghurt for creamier texture
Chop boiled eggs finely for even distribution
Line the tin with parchment for easy release
Let the loaf cool fully before slicing
Use a serrated knife for clean cuts
Add herbs just before baking to preserve aroma
Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf light
Use silicone moulds for easy handling
Store slices between parchment to prevent sticking
Add a pinch of chilli flakes for heat
Use basil sparingly — it’s potent
Don’t skip psyllium — it binds the loaf
Check oven temperature with a thermometer
Use a metal tin for crisp edges
Avoid overbaking — it dries quickly
Add lemon zest for brightness
Use leftover slices for croutons
Wholesome Bread, Elevated Flavour
♻️ 20 Professional Secrets
🌿 Psyllium husk mimics gluten’s binding power
🧀 Soft cheese adds moisture and richness
🍳 Eggs provide lift and structure without yeast
🌰 Almond flour creates a tender crumb
🌱 Seeds add crunch and nutritional density
🥛 Yoghurt balances acidity and texture
🍅 Sun-dried tomatoes offer umami depth
🧅 Green onion adds savoury contrast
🌡️ Baking powder ensures a gentle rise
🛢️ Olive oil enhances flavour and shelf life
🌾 Toasting seeds intensifies aroma
🌬️ Cooling on a rack prevents sogginess
📏 Uniform slicing improves presentation
🍽️ Serve warm for best texture
🥣 Mix wet and dry separately for consistency
🔪 Use a sharp knife to avoid crumbling
🧊 Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts
🌿 Fresh herbs lose potency when overbaked
🍞 Resting batter briefly improves hydration
🧁 Use mini tins for individual portions
🎨 Creative Variations to Try
Add grated zucchini and dill for a garden loaf
Mix in crumbled feta and olives for a Greek twist
Use curry powder and turmeric for a spiced version
Add chopped spinach and ricotta for a green loaf
Include caramelised onions and thyme for depth
Swap basil for rosemary and add pine nuts
Use goat cheese and beetroot for a vibrant colour
Add jalapeños and cheddar for a spicy kick
Mix in cranberries and walnuts for a festive loaf
Use smoked paprika and chorizo for a bold flavour
🍽️ The Loaf That Loves Your Lifestyle
🎯 Common Mistakes to Avoid
Using cold ingredients — they don’t blend well
Skipping psyllium — loaf may fall apart
Overmixing — results in dense texture
Not drying tomatoes — adds excess moisture
Using low-fat yoghurt — compromises richness
Overbaking — dries out the loaf
Not cooling properly — causes crumbling
Using too much salt — overpowers delicate flavours
Adding herbs too early — they lose aroma
Using old baking powder — affects rise
🌍 Variations Around the World
🇮🇹 Italy – Add sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and mozzarella
🇯🇵 Japan – Use miso paste and sesame seeds
🇲🇽 Mexico – Add jalapeños, corn, and cilantro
🇫🇷 France – Mix in herbes de Provence and goat cheese
🇩🇪 Germany – Use caraway seeds and rye flour
🇹🇭 Thailand – Add lemongrass and coconut milk
🇬🇷 Greece – Include olives, feta, and dill
🇸🇪 Sweden – Use lingonberries and pumpkin seeds
🇮🇳 India – Add cumin, coriander, and curry leaves
🇺🇸 USA – Mix in cheddar, bacon bits, and chives
🥗 Savoury, Satisfying, Simply Stunning
🍣 Perfect Pairings
🥑 Avocado mash with lemon and chilli
🍳 Poached eggs with cracked pepper
🧀 Cottage cheese and cherry tomatoes
🍅 Tomato slices with balsamic glaze
🥗 Mixed greens with tahini dressing
🍄 Sautéed mushrooms with garlic and thyme
🍽️ Hummus and roasted red peppers
🍯 Honey and crushed walnuts
🥒 Cucumber ribbons with dill and yoghurt
🌿 Pesto and parmesan shavings
❓ FAQ
🌰 Can I replace almond flour?
Yes — use sunflower seed flour or hazelnut flour for similar texture
🥛 Can I use dairy-free yoghurt?
Absolutely — coconut or soy yoghurt works well
🥚 Can I skip the eggs?
Use flax eggs or aquafaba as a substitute
🍅 Can I use fresh tomatoes?
Yes — roast and drain them first to reduce moisture
🧀 Can I swap the cheese?
Yes — try ricotta, goat cheese, or vegan alternatives
🌿 Can I freeze the loaf?
Yes — slice and wrap individually before freezing
🍽️ How long does it last?
Up to 4 days in the fridge in an airtight container
🌾 Can I use regular flour?
Not recommended — it changes texture and moisture balance
🔥 Can I toast it?
Yes — it’s delicious toasted with toppings
🧊 Can I make mini versions?
Yes — use muffin tins and reduce baking time to 25 minutes
🔥 Rise To The Occasion With Every Slice
✨ This loaf isn’t just food — it’s nourishment, comfort, and creativity baked into every slice. It’s the kind of recipe that makes you feel proud, whether you’re serving guests or treating yourself. It’s rich in protein, full of flavour, and endlessly adaptable. From the crunch of seeds to the creaminess of cheese, every bite tells a story of care and quality. It’s a celebration of wholesome ingredients and simple techniques. It’s proof that healthy can be indulgent, and that baking can be both easy and elegant. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out, this recipe welcomes you in. It’s warm, generous, and satisfying. So take a moment, savour the aroma, and enjoy the ritual of slicing into something you made with your own hands. This loaf is more than a recipe — it’s a reminder that good food brings joy, and joy is always worth sharing. 🌞
