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Baked Feta Eggs with Spinach

Baked Feta Eggs with Spinach for a Cozy Breakfast Bliss

Baked Feta Eggs with Spinach is a delightful one-dish breakfast that brings a burst of sunshine to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetable Base
  • 2.25 cups Tomatoes, halved or quartered brings juiciness and slight sweetness
  • 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, finely diced adds sweetness and crunch
  • 0.5 whole Red Onion, thinly sliced offers mild flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced enhances overall flavor
  • 1 cup Spinach contributes color and nutrients
For the Feta Mixture
  • 8 oz Feta Cheese, crumbled the star of the dish
  • 4 tbsp Olive Oil ensures even cooking
  • 1.25 tsp Oregano infuses Mediterranean flavor
  • 1 tsp Salt elevates taste
  • 0.75 tsp Thyme adds fragrant tones
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper lends warmth
  • 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes adds a spicy kick
For the Eggs
  • 4 large Eggs, at room temperature key protein source
  • 0.5 tsp Lemon Zest brightens with zesty touch

Equipment

  • Oven-safe baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while gathering ingredients.
  2. In a small bowl, combine oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  3. In an oven-safe dish, layer diced bell pepper, sliced onion, minced garlic, and halved tomatoes.
  4. Crumble feta cheese over the top, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with the spice mix.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes, until vegetables are softened and feta is creamy.
  6. Stir in fresh spinach until just tender.
  7. Create shallow wells in the mixture for the eggs.
  8. Gently crack eggs into the wells and sprinkle lemon zest over the dish.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, checking for doneness.
  10. Let rest for about 2 minutes, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 19gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 360mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1050IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For an added kick, adjust seasoning with more red pepper flakes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.

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