Description
Baked Feta Eggs is a flavorful and vibrant breakfast or brunch dish featuring a delicious base of oven-roasted cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, garlic, and creamy feta cheese, topped with fresh spinach and baked eggs. This recipe is simple to prepare and delivers a savory, comforting meal perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base
- 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 (optional)
For the Eggs
- 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
- 4 large eggs
Optional Toppings
- Chopped fresh basil or chives
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Choose an appropriate baking dish – either four individual ramekins or a single large 8×8 or 9×11-inch baking pan for the recipe.
- Combine Base Ingredients: In your chosen baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, and minced garlic. Place the feta cheese in the center. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil evenly over each ramekin or spread all olive oil over the large dish.
- Season the Base: In a small bowl, mix the dried oregano, sea salt, dried thyme, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Sprinkle this herb and spice mixture evenly over the feta and vegetables to infuse flavor throughout the dish.
- Bake the Base: Place the ramekins on a baking sheet for easy handling, or put the large baking dish directly into the preheated oven. Bake for 25 minutes until the vegetables soften, and the feta cheese starts to melt and become creamy.
- Mix in Spinach and Add Eggs: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Stir the mixture gently to combine the softened veggies and melted feta cheese. Add the chopped baby spinach and stir until evenly combined. Create small wells in the mixture—one well per egg—and carefully crack one egg into each well.
- Bake Eggs: Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the eggs are set but the yolks remain slightly runny in the center, perfect for dipping.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, top the dish with freshly chopped basil or chives if desired. Serve hot alongside crusty baguette, toast, or warm pita bread for dipping and enjoy a wholesome, flavorful meal.
Notes
- You can customize the spice level by adjusting or omitting the red pepper flakes.
- Use fresh herbs like oregano or thyme if available for more vibrant flavors.
- If you prefer fully cooked eggs, extend the baking time by 2-3 minutes.
- This dish is great for meal prep; you can assemble ahead and bake just before serving.
- Serve with warm bread to soak up the rich feta and roasted vegetable mixture.
