Description
Looking for a quick breakfast or easy brunch idea that feels gourmet without the fuss? These Mediterranean Baked Feta Eggs are everything you need! Creamy feta, juicy cherry tomatoes, perfectly baked eggs, and a touch of herbs make this a flavor-packed, healthy breakfast or easy dinner option. Great for weekend meal prep or spontaneous food ideas when you want something both comforting and bright. It’s a satisfying, protein-rich dish with classic Mediterranean flavors, baked into individual ramekins for the perfect personal meal.
Ingredients
1/2 cup feta cheese (block, crumbled)
4 large eggs
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 cup fresh spinach or kale
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley or basil (chopped)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Lightly grease 4 ramekins with olive oil.
3. Distribute crumbled feta evenly in each ramekin.
4. Add a handful of spinach or kale to each, then top with cherry tomatoes.
5. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the vegetables and season with salt and pepper.
6. Carefully crack an egg into each ramekin, keeping the yolk intact.
7. Sprinkle with black pepper and red pepper flakes if using.
8. Place ramekins in a baking dish and pour hot water into the dish until halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
9. Bake for 12–16 minutes, depending on how set you prefer the yolks.
10. Remove from oven, garnish with fresh herbs, and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use block feta in brine for the best melting and flavor.
Adjust baking time based on yolk firmness preference.
For extra flavor, try adding za’atar or smoked paprika.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
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