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 for topping – chopped fresh basil or fresh chives

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Introduction

This baked feta eggs recipe brings together juicy tomatoes, savory peppers, and creamy feta for a flavorful breakfast or brunch. The eggs cook gently on top, making a satisfying and colorful dish that’s simple to prepare and impressive to serve.

A white round bowl filled with a cooked baked egg dish, showing one bright yellow-orange yolk at the center with firm, white egg whites spreading around it. The dish has a creamy texture with visible green spinach leaves, red cherry tomato pieces, and small green chopped onions sprinkled on top. There are some browned spots from baking around the edges of the mixture. A gold spoon rests inside the bowl, scooping some of the mixture revealing chunks of vegetables. On the white plate underneath, there are two pieces of toasted bread with a light brown crust. The background is 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 the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 2: If using ramekins or individual dishes, divide the tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, garlic, and feta cheese evenly into 4 oven-safe dishes. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each. If using one large baking dish, combine the tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and garlic in the dish and place the feta in the center. Drizzle olive oil over everything.
Step 3: In a small bowl, mix the dried oregano, sea salt, dried thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sprinkle this spice mixture evenly over the feta and vegetables.
Step 4: Place the ramekins on a baking sheet or place the large baking dish directly in the oven. Bake for 25 minutes.
Step 5: Remove the dishes from the oven and stir the mixture to combine 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 if using one 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 desired doneness.
Step 8: Top with optional fresh basil or chives and serve immediately with crusty bread, toast, or pita for dipping.

Tips & Variations

Use whole cherry tomatoes for a burst of sweetness or grape tomatoes for a slightly firmer texture.
For a dairy-free option, substitute feta with a plant-based cheese or omit entirely and add extra veggies.
Add chopped olives or capers for a briny twist.
Adjust red pepper flakes to control the level of heat.
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave to avoid overcooking the eggs. For best texture, it’s recommended to enjoy this dish fresh.

How to Serve

A white round ceramic dish shows a baked egg dish with one sunny side up egg in the center, its bright orange yolk surrounded by soft white. Around the egg are layers of cooked leafy greens, wilted spinach, and chunks of red tomatoes, mixed in a creamy, slightly browned cheese sauce with a speckled texture. Chopped green onions are sprinkled on top adding a fresh green color. There is a gold spoon partially dipped into the dish on the right side. The dish is set on a white plate with toasted slices of bread resting at the top left and bottom edges. The whole setup is 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 assemble the vegetable and feta mixture in advance and refrigerate it, but add the eggs just before baking for best results.

What can I use if I don’t have ramekins?

You can use any small oven-safe dishes or bake everything together in one large baking dish. Adjust the egg placement accordingly.