Baked Eggs with Spinach

Baked Eggs with Spinach is a delightful Lebanese breakfast dish that combines the earthiness of spinach with the richness of eggs. This simple yet flavorful recipe is perfect for a nourishing start to your day.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Eggs - 4 large
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring frequently, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
5. Transfer the spinach mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
6. Make four small wells in the spinach mixture and crack an egg into each well.
7. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the eggs and spinach.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm with bread for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in iron and vitamins from spinach, supporting overall health and energy levels.
• High in protein from eggs, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.

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