Description
Baked Feta Eggs are a vibrant and delicious way to start your day, perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings. This Mediterranean-inspired dish features creamy feta cheese paired with juicy tomatoes and fresh spinach, all baked to perfection alongside farm-fresh eggs. The combination of flavors creates a delightful explosion in every bite, making it a crowd-pleaser that caters to various tastes. Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables and spices, this recipe is not only nourishing but also visually stunning, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Enjoy these Baked Feta Eggs with crusty bread or a side salad for a wholesome meal that will keep you satisfied.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chopped baby spinach
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In an oven-safe baking dish or ramekins, layer the tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, garlic, and feta cheese. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Combine oregano, sea salt, thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl and sprinkle over the mixture.
- Bake for 25 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Stir in chopped spinach and create wells for the eggs. Crack an egg into each well.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until eggs are set but yolks are slightly runny.
- Serve with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for variety. For spicy baked feta eggs, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add jalapeños.