Description
Mediterranean Baked Feta Eggs is a delicious dish that melds creamy feta cheese with perfectly baked eggs, creating a comforting and flavorful experience reminiscent of the Mediterranean. This vibrant recipe features sweet cherry tomatoes and aromatic herbs, making it ideal for brunch or cozy weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this one-dish wonder is sure to impress your guests while allowing for minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (oregano or basil), chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grease an oven-safe baking dish with nonstick spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Spread crumbled feta in the center of the dish, surrounding it with halved cherry tomatoes.
- Crack eggs over the feta and tomatoes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and drizzle olive oil on top. Add fresh herbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks are slightly runny.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: Substitute goat cheese for feta or add diced bell peppers and olives for extra flavor. Fresh herbs like dill or parsley can enhance the flavors even more. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.