Description
This Baked Feta Eggs recipe combines juicy tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and creamy feta cheese into individual ramekins, baked to perfection and topped with fresh spinach and eggs. It’s an easy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for a hearty brunch or a cozy breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup Cherry or Grape Tomatoes (fresh for best flavor)
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper (yellow or green can be substituted)
- 1 medium Red Onion (sweet onion or shallots can be used)
- 2 cloves Garlic (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 2 cups Chopped Baby Spinach (kale or Swiss chard as alternatives)
- 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Basil or Chives (for garnish)
Dairy & Eggs
- 8 ounces Feta Cheese (goat cheese can be substituted)
- 4 large Eggs (fresh)
Oils & Spices
- 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)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking your ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Ramekins: Divide the cherry tomatoes, chopped red bell pepper, diced red onion, minced garlic, and feta cheese evenly among individual ramekins. Drizzle each with olive oil to keep the ingredients moist and add richness.
- Season Mix: In a small bowl, combine dried oregano, sea salt, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle this seasoning mix evenly over the contents of each ramekin to infuse flavor.
- Bake Vegetables and Feta: Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. This step softens the vegetables and melts the feta slightly.
- Add Spinach: Remove the ramekins from the oven and gently stir the mixture to combine. Add the chopped baby spinach evenly, which will wilt during the next baking step.
- Make Wells and Add Eggs: Create small wells in the veggie and feta mixture within each ramekin. Carefully crack one egg into each well, making sure the yolk remains intact.
- Final Bake: Return the ramekins to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny for optimal texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish each ramekin with freshly chopped basil or chives for a fresh herbal note. Serve warm to enjoy the full flavor and creamy texture.
Notes
- Adjust red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
- You can substitute vegetables like kale or Swiss chard for spinach if desired.
- For a lighter cheese option, try goat cheese instead of feta.
- Serve with crusty bread or pita for a complete brunch meal.
- Use fresh eggs and vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
