Name: Baked Feta Eggs with Cherry Tomatoes and Spinach Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1/2 small red onion, diced; 3 cloves minced garlic; 8 ounces feta cheese; 1 cup chopped baby spinach; 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; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 4 large eggs; Optional: chopped fresh basil or fresh chives for topping

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Introduction

Baked Feta Eggs is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines roasted vegetables, creamy feta, and perfectly baked eggs. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner that pairs wonderfully with fresh bread.

The dish is served in a white round bowl with handles on both sides, filled with a baked mixture featuring two visible layers: the base layer is a colorful mix of cooked spinach, roasted red cherry tomatoes, and diced red and orange bell peppers, giving a textured look of green, red, and orange bits spread across the bowl; on top, two cooked eggs with bright orange yolks and glistening white whites sit slightly sunken into the base, sprinkled with chopped green onions and cracked black pepper. A golden spoon rests inside the bowl with some mixture scooped on it, and the bowl is placed on a white plate with two toasted bread slices on the side, all set against a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

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

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2: If using individual ramekins, divide the tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, garlic, and feta cheese evenly between 4 oven-safe dishes. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each. For one large dish, combine the tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and garlic, then place the feta in the center and drizzle olive oil over everything.
Step 3: In a small bowl, mix together dried oregano, sea salt, dried thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle this spice blend evenly over the feta and vegetables.
Step 4: Place ramekins on a baking sheet or place the large baking dish directly into the oven. Bake for 25 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and the feta to warm through.
Step 5: Remove the dishes from the oven and stir the contents to mix the feta evenly with the vegetables. Add the chopped spinach and stir until combined.
Step 6: Create a small well in the center of each ramekin or four wells in the large dish. Crack one egg into each well.
Step 7: Return the dishes to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the eggs reach your preferred level of doneness.
Step 8: Remove from the oven and top with optional fresh basil or chives. Serve immediately with crusty baguette, toast, or pita for dipping.

Tips & Variations

Swap baby spinach for kale or arugula for a different leafy flavor and texture.
Add sliced olives or capers for a briny twist.
Use smoked paprika or cumin in the spice blend for extra warmth and complexity.
For creamier eggs, cover the baking dish loosely with foil during the second baking phase.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a 350°F oven or microwave until warmed through, but note that baked eggs are best enjoyed fresh as the texture changes upon reheating.

How to Serve

A white dish filled with baked eggs layered on a mix of cooked spinach, chopped tomatoes, and melted cheese, topped with bright green chopped scallions and cracked black pepper. The eggs have a glossy white layer with a bright, soft orange yolk in the center. Pieces of wilted leafy spinach and red tomato are visible under and around the eggs, blending with a thick, creamy base of melted cheese and cooked vegetables in light brown and orange hues. A gold spoon rests inside the dish on the right side. The dish is placed on a white plate with two pieces of toasted bread on the side, all set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?

You can prep the vegetables and spice mixture in advance and assemble just before baking. However, baking and adding eggs fresh will yield the best texture and flavor.

What can I use instead of feta cheese?

Goat cheese or ricotta can be used as substitutes, but feta’s salty tang is key to the flavor balance of this dish. Choose a crumbly cheese to mimic texture.