Description
Baked Feta Eggs is a vibrant, flavorful dish combining roasted cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and garlic with creamy baked feta cheese, seasoned with herbs and spices. Eggs are baked on top for a delicious, protein-packed meal perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup chopped baby spinach
Dairy
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- 4 large eggs
Oils & Spices
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Optional Toppings
- Chopped fresh basil or fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the vegetables and feta cheese.
- Prepare the Vegetables and Feta: If using individual ramekins or serving dishes, evenly divide the tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, minced garlic, and feta cheese among four oven-safe dishes. Drizzle each with one tablespoon of olive oil. If using a single large baking dish, combine the tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and garlic in the dish and place the feta cheese block in the center, drizzling olive oil over all.
- Mix the Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine dried oregano, sea salt, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle this spice mixture evenly over the vegetables and feta in each dish or spread over the large dish.
- Bake the Vegetables and Feta: Place the ramekins on a baking sheet or place the large baking dish directly in the oven and bake for 25 minutes. This will roast the vegetables and soften the feta, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Combine and Add Spinach: Remove the dishes from the oven and carefully stir the mixture so the baked feta becomes evenly mixed with the vegetables. Then fold in the chopped baby spinach until fully incorporated.
- Add the Eggs: Create wells in the center of each individual dish or four wells in the large dish. Crack one egg into each well.
- Bake the Eggs: Return the dishes to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny, or to your desired doneness.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with optional chopped fresh basil or chives for added freshness and flavor. Serve the baked feta eggs warm alongside crusty baguette, toast, or pita bread for dipping and soaking up the delicious juices.
Notes
- You can use individual ramekins for personalized servings or a single large baking dish for a communal meal.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
- Fresh herbs like basil or chives are optional but add a nice brightness to the dish.
- Make sure the baking dishes are oven-safe before starting.
- To keep yolks runny, monitor the baking time carefully during the second bake with the eggs.
- This dish pairs well with toasted bread to scoop up the flavorful mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: baked feta eggs, Mediterranean breakfast, baked eggs with feta, roasted vegetable eggs, healthy breakfast recipe
