Description
This Baked Feta Eggs recipe offers a flavorful and visually appealing brunch option that combines roasted vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and perfectly baked eggs. Enhanced with herbs and spices, it delivers a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup Cherry or Grape Tomatoes (fresh for best flavor)
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper (substitute with yellow or green if desired)
- 1 medium Red Onion (sweet onion or shallots can be used)
- 2 cloves Garlic (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder as substitute)
- 2 cups Chopped Baby Spinach (kale or Swiss chard alternative)
Dairy and Eggs
- 8 ounces Feta Cheese (goat cheese for lighter flavor alternative)
- 4 large Eggs (fresh for best flavor)
Oils and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (avocado oil alternative)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Basil or Chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to roast the vegetables and bake the eggs perfectly.
- Prepare the ramekins: Evenly divide the cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, garlic, and feta cheese between individual ramekins. Drizzle each with olive oil to add richness and help with roasting.
- Mix herbs and spices: In a small bowl, combine dried oregano, sea salt, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes. This mixture will infuse the dish with a balanced herbaceous and spicy flavor.
- Initial baking: Sprinkle the herb and spice mixture over the prepared ramekins and place them in the oven. Bake for 25 minutes to roast the vegetables, soften the feta, and develop flavor.
- Add spinach and eggs: After removing the ramekins, gently stir the mixture to incorporate the chopped baby spinach evenly. Create small wells in the mixture and carefully crack one egg into each well.
- Final baking: Return the ramekins to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the eggs to set while remaining tender and slightly runny.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and top with fresh chopped basil or chives to add a fresh, fragrant finish. Serve warm for a delightful brunch experience.
Notes
- You can substitute goat cheese for feta to achieve a milder flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to modify the spice level according to your preference.
- Ensure the eggs are fresh for optimal taste and texture.
- This recipe is easily doubled or halved depending on serving requirements.
- Use individual ramekins for personal servings or a single baking dish if preferred, adjusting baking time accordingly.
