Description
Start your morning with a burst of Mediterranean flavor! This baked feta eggs recipe combines juicy roasted vegetables, creamy feta, and perfectly baked eggs for a nutritious and satisfying breakfast or brunch. Easy to make and bursting with vibrant spices, it’s a meal you’ll keep coming back to.
Ingredients
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, ground
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- Optional toppings: chopped fresh basil or chives
Instructions
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Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). -
Prepare the vegetables:
In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, and minced garlic. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Toss the mixture to coat evenly. -
Roast the vegetables:
Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices. -
Add spinach and feta:
Remove the skillet from the oven and stir in the baby spinach until it wilts slightly. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the vegetable mixture. -
Add the eggs:
Using a spoon, create four small wells in the vegetable mixture. Crack an egg into each well, ensuring the yolks stay intact. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the eggs and lightly season with a pinch of salt and pepper. -
Bake the eggs:
Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain slightly runny. Adjust the time for firmer yolks if desired. -
Garnish and serve:
Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil or chives, and serve with crusty bread, pita, or a simple side salad.
Notes
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to your spice tolerance.
- Use fresh, high-quality feta for the best flavor.
- For a heartier version, add cooked chickpeas or sausage before roasting the vegetables.
- This dish pairs well with tzatziki or hummus for an authentic Mediterranean touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean