Baked Feta Eggs is a simple yet flavorful dish where creamy feta cheese, baked with a medley of vegetables or herbs, becomes the base for perfectly cooked eggs. It’s a Mediterranean-inspired breakfast or brunch recipe that’s hearty, satisfying, and easy enough for any day of the week.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Minimal prep with big flavor payoff.
- Packed with protein and healthy fats.
- Customizable with your favorite vegetables, herbs, and spices.
- Great for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner.
- Only a handful of ingredients needed.
Ingredients
- Feta cheese block or crumbled feta
- Eggs
- Cherry tomatoes
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or dill)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the feta in a small baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic around the feta.
- Bake for 15 minutes until the feta softens and tomatoes begin to blister.
- Remove from the oven and create small wells in the tomato-feta mixture.
- Crack eggs into the wells, season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Return to the oven and bake for 7–10 minutes, or until eggs are cooked to your liking.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
Servings and timing
This recipe serves 2 and takes about 5 minutes of prep time plus 25 minutes of baking.
Variations
- Add spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini for extra vegetables.
- Swap tomatoes for roasted red peppers for a smoky twist.
- Use goat cheese instead of feta for a creamier texture.
- Add cooked beef for extra heartiness.
- Serve over toasted bread, pita, or with a side of roasted potatoes.
Storage/Reheating
Baked Feta Eggs are best enjoyed fresh. If needed, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave, keeping in mind the eggs may become more firm.
FAQs
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Not entirely—the eggs are best cooked just before serving, but you can roast the vegetables and feta in advance.
Can I use crumbled feta?
Yes, though a block of feta holds its shape better while baking.
Can I make it spicy?
Yes, add red pepper flakes, harissa, or chopped chili peppers.
What kind of baking dish should I use?
A small oven-safe dish or skillet works perfectly.
Can I cook the eggs on the stovetop instead?
Yes, you can sauté the vegetables and feta, then add eggs and cover until set.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, it’s naturally vegetarian.
How do I know when the eggs are done?
Bake until the whites are set but yolks are still slightly runny for best flavor.
Can I use other herbs?
Yes, thyme, oregano, or chives also pair beautifully.
What should I serve with it?
Toasted bread, pita, or a fresh green salad complement it well.
Conclusion
Baked Feta Eggs is a vibrant, flavorful, and protein-packed dish that brings Mediterranean flair to your breakfast or brunch table. With creamy feta, juicy tomatoes, and perfectly baked eggs, it’s both comforting and refreshing—a dish worth adding to your regular rotation.
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Baked Feta Eggs
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Baked Feta Eggs is a Mediterranean-inspired breakfast or brunch dish featuring creamy baked feta, juicy tomatoes, and perfectly cooked eggs. It’s flavorful, protein-rich, and easy to customize with vegetables, herbs, or spices.
Ingredients
- 1 block (6–8 oz) feta cheese or equivalent crumbled feta
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or dill), chopped
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place feta in a small oven-safe baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and minced garlic around the feta.
- Bake for 15 minutes, until feta softens and tomatoes blister.
- Remove from oven and create small wells in the tomato-feta mixture.
- Crack eggs into the wells, season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Return to oven and bake for 7–10 minutes, until eggs are cooked to your liking.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Add spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini for more vegetables.
- Swap tomatoes for roasted red peppers for a smoky flavor.
- Use goat cheese for a creamier texture.
- Add cooked beef for a heartier meal.
- Serve over toasted bread, pita, or with roasted potatoes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
