Baked Feta Eggs Recipe

Introduction

Baked Feta Eggs are a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Combining roasted vegetables, creamy feta, and perfectly baked eggs creates a delightful, easy-to-make meal that will impress your family or guests.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 small red onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces feta cheese
• 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
• 1 cup chopped baby spinach
• 4 large eggs
• Optional: chopped fresh basil or fresh chives for topping

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Step 2: If using individual ramekins, divide the tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic, and feta cheese evenly among four oven-safe dishes. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each dish.
3. Step 3: If using one large baking dish, combine the tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and garlic in the dish, placing the feta cheese in the center. Drizzle the olive oil over both vegetables and feta.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, mix together the dried oregano, sea salt, dried thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle the spice mixture over the feta and vegetables, dividing it equally if using multiple dishes.
6. Step 6: Place ramekins on a baking sheet or the baking dish directly on the oven rack, then bake for 25 minutes.
7. Step 7: Remove from the oven and stir the mixture gently so the feta cheese integrates with the vegetables. Add the chopped spinach and mix until combined.
8. Step 8: Make a small well in the center of each ramekin or four wells in the large dish. Crack an egg into each well.
9. Step 9: Return the dishes to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes or until the egg whites are set but yolks remain runny, or cook longer to your desired doneness.
10. Step 10: Remove from oven and sprinkle with optional fresh basil or chopped chives if desired.
11. Step 11: Serve warm with crusty baguette, toast, or pita for dipping and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary instead of dried spices for a brighter flavor.
• Swap spinach with arugula or kale for a different leafy green twist.
• Add sliced olives or capers for a briny boost that complements the feta.
• For a vegan version, replace eggs with tofu slices and feta with a plant-based cheese alternative.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a microwave or oven to avoid overcooking the eggs. For best texture, it’s ideal to enjoy this dish fresh.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?

You can assemble the vegetables and spices in advance, but it’s best to add the eggs just before baking to maintain their texture and freshness.

What can I use if I don’t have feta cheese?

Ricotta or goat cheese can be used as a substitute, though the dish will have a milder flavor. For a firmer cheese option, halloumi can also work well.

Baked Feta Eggs Recipe

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This Baked Feta Eggs recipe is a vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring roasted cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and feta cheese baked together and topped with fresh eggs. The dish is seasoned with fragrant herbs and spices and finished with fresh greens and optional fresh herbs, making it a perfect savory breakfast or brunch option served with crusty bread for dipping.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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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 & Seasonings

• 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

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F to prepare for baking the vegetables and feta cheese mixture.
2. Prepare Vegetables and Feta: If using individual ramekins, divide the cherry tomatoes, diced bell pepper, diced red onion, minced garlic, and feta cheese evenly among 4 oven-safe dishes. Drizzle each with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. If using one large baking dish, mix the tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and garlic evenly and place the block of feta cheese in the center. Drizzle the olive oil over the dish or feta and veggies.
3. Mix Spices: In a small bowl, combine the dried oregano, sea salt, dried thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle this spice blend evenly over the feta and vegetables in each dish or across the large baking dish.
4. Bake Vegetables and Feta: Arrange the ramekins on a baking sheet or place the large baking dish directly in the oven. Bake for 25 minutes to roast the vegetables and soften the feta.
5. Combine Spinach and Stir: Remove the dishes from the oven. Stir gently to combine the feta with the roasted veggies for an even texture. Add the chopped baby spinach and stir again to incorporate.
6. Add Eggs: Create a well in the center of each ramekin (or four wells if using one large dish). Crack one egg into each well carefully, making sure the yolks remain intact.
7. Bake with Eggs: Return the dishes to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the eggs are cooked to your preferred doneness.
8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and optionally top with freshly chopped basil or chives. Serve warm with crusty baguette, toast, or pita bread for dipping into the rich, baked egg and feta mixture.

Notes

• For individual servings, using ramekins makes portioning easier and provides a visually appealing presentation.
• You can customize the spice blend according to your taste, adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes for more or less heat.
• To ensure eggs cook evenly, try to choose eggs of similar size when cracking into the dish.
• Serve immediately for best texture; leftovers can be gently reheated but may change texture.
• This recipe pairs well with a fresh side salad for a complete meal.

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