Description
Baked Feta Eggs with Tomatoes and Spinach is a savory, fresh, and effortlessly delicious dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Featuring creamy feta, vibrant tomatoes, tender spinach, and protein-packed eggs, this wholesome, fuss-free recipe combines balanced flavors and rich textures baked in one dish for minimal cleanup. Ideal for quick meals or meal prep, it’s a kitchen favorite that’s versatile and easy to customize.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
Vegetables
- 1 cup fresh tomatoes, halved or quartered
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Protein
- 4 large eggs
Oils and Seasonings
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish
- Fresh herbs such as parsley, thyme, dill, or chives
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or use a cast-iron skillet that fits the ingredients comfortably to ensure even cooking and easy cleanup.
- Sauté Spinach and Garlic: In a pan over medium heat, warm a drizzle of olive oil and quickly sauté the fresh spinach with minced garlic until just wilted, softening the spinach and infusing it with subtle garlic flavor.
- Add Tomatoes and Feta: Scatter the halved or quartered tomatoes evenly in the baking dish. Crumble the feta cheese on top in chunks or large crumbles to preserve its creamy texture after baking.
- Crack the Eggs: Gently crack the eggs over the tomatoes and spinach, spacing them so each cooks evenly. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the entire dish to season it perfectly.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes depending on your preference for yolk doneness—15 minutes for runny yolks and up to 18 for fully set yolks. Watch closely to achieve the ideal texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for 1-2 minutes. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm straight from the dish.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best sweetness and juiciness.
- Remove the dish when the egg whites are set but yolks are still slightly jiggly to avoid overcooking.
- Choose good quality, rich, and crumbly feta cheese to elevate the dish’s creamy tang.
- Warming the baking dish before adding ingredients can help crisp up the edges.
- Customize spice levels with black pepper, smoked paprika, or chili flakes based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg