These Feta Eggs with spinach and tomatoes are the only way you need to make scrambled eggs from now! Easy, ready in 10 minutes or less, and so delicious you'll be shocked there's only a handful of ingredients.
I've seen the so many viral feta eggs on social media from crispy feta eggs, baked feta eggs, and feta fried eggs with a runny yolk. And while all of those recipes are great, there's just something about a perfectly fluffy scrambled egg that can't be beat. And the feta cheese is an unexpectedly delicious way to take plain old scrambled eggs and turn them into something you actually crave.
As a dietitian, I love adding vegetables to my scrambled feta eggs to get extra nutrition and cherry tomatoes + spinach is one of my favorite combos. This is an easy breakfast to incorporate next time you're wanting a healthy start to the day, and the perfect combination of ingredients to put on top of toast, pita bread, or wrapped in a warm tortilla! Or pair the salty eggs with a crispy potato or air-fryer sweet potatoes.
If you're looking for more egg recipes, try my Egg Bake with Cottage Cheese and Vegetables, Starbucks Copycat Egg Bites, or my fan-favorite Smashed Avocado Toast!
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Key Ingredient Notes and Substitution Ideas
These Feta Cheese Eggs are made with simple ingredients. Check the printable recipe card at the bottom for measurements & full recipe.
- Eggs - eggs are a complete protein and one of the main ingredients for this recipe. I use large eggs for this recipe. I use the whole egg and not just the egg whites because there are several nutrients found in the egg yolks including healthy fats and fat-soluble vitamins D, A, E, and K.
- Feta Cheese - feta is slightly salty and a bit tangy. For the best results, use a block of feta cheese and crumble it yourself. Look for a good quality feta. Feta provides protein, calcium, a fatty acid called conjugated linoleic acid, and a probiotic called Lactobacillus plantarum that can help support gut health.
- Cherry Tomatoes - fresh cherry tomatoes work best, but you can use grape tomatoes if it's what you have. Cherry tomatoes are sweeter and have thinner skin. They contain quite a bit of juice and when they are roasted and burst, they add a ton of delicious flavor to the eggs.
- Baby Spinach - spinach adds more nutrients and flavor. It provides dietary fiber for a healthy gut, vitamin K, and antioxidants. I use baby spinach for this recipe and roughly chop it before adding it.
- Garlic Powder - optional to add more flavor.
- Salt & Black Pepper - to tie everything together
How to Make Feta Eggs
Below are the instructions for how to make this feta egg recipe with some visuals that I hope are helpful! The recipe card at the bottom includes the full recipe.
- Step 1: Add the eggs, garlic powder, salt & pepper to a bowl and whisk until well combined.
- Step 2: Half or quarter the cherry tomatoes and rough chop the spinach. Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat. Add a little olive oil and add the tomatoes and feta cheese. Cook 1-2 minutes until the feta looks golden brown.
- Step 3: Lower the heat to low and add the spinach and stir until it starts to wilt, about 30 seconds.
- Step 4: Add the whisked eggs to the center of the pan and scramble them by pushing them from the edges of the pan to the center with a spatula until they're almost done. Remove from heat to let them finish cooking.
Hint: Cook eggs on low to low-medium heat for the fluffiest end result!
Dietitian Tip
Breakfast has been shown to decrease cravings throughout the day, improve energy levels, and reduce risk of chronic illnesses. A perfect way to ensure you'll start the day with a nutrient-rich breakfast is to prep it in advance! Options like these feta eggs are perfect to make and enjoy throughout the week.
Variations
One of the great things about these feta eggs is you can customize the recipe to your liking. Below are some suggestions.
- Spicy - add red pepper flakes or hot sauce on top to add some heat.
- Avocado Toast - turn this into avocado toast by adding some smashed avocado and fresh herbs on top.
- Cheese Tacos - turn it into feta egg tacos by wrapping it in a small tortilla with some hashbrowns! A flour tortilla works great or use almond flour tortillas or corn tortillas for a gluten-free option!
- More Veggies - replace the veggies in this recipe with your own favorites or keep the ones I use and add even more if you'd like. Broccoli, roasted red pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, or asparagus all work.
Video of How to Make Feta Eggs
Here's a video showing how to make this recipe that I hope is helpful!
Equipment
You'll need a good nonstick pan for this recipe. I use my Caraway skillet which is a non-toxic PFOA and PTFE-free saute pan.
Storage for Feta Eggs
- Refrigerator - Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a small skillet.
Expert Tips
- Be sure to spray the skillet with a little olive oil or add butter to the pan before pouring the egg mixture in so that it doesn't get stuck to the pan (even if your pan is non-stick)
- Crack your eggs on a flat, clean surface instead of the edge of the bowl. This helps make it less likely you'll get shell in the bowl.
- Use a rubber spatula to cook your eggs if you have one! The flexibility makes it easier to stir the eggs.
- Cook your scrambled eggs over low heat for the softest scramble.
FAQ
While healthy means something different to everyone, these feta eggs are a nutrient-rich option that can help you meet your daily values. It contains high-quality protein to support hormone health and several other nutrients including vitamins C, A, D, E, and K and potassium. It also provides dietary fiber to support gut health.
Yes, this is a gluten-free recipe.
Feel free to use egg whites instead of whole eggs! Or if you want some of the nutrients from the yolk, do a half and half mixture of eggs and egg whites.
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📖 Recipe
Feta Eggs Recipe with Tomatoes & Spinach (Scrambled)
Equipment
- 1 Skillet
Ingredients
- 4 eggs, large
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup baby spinach
- salt and black pepper (to taste)
- pinch garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Add the eggs, garlic powder, salt & pepper to a bowl and whisk until well combined.
- Half or quarter the cherry tomatoes and rough chop the spinach. Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat. Add a little olive oil and add the tomatoes and feta cheese. Cook 1-2 minutes until the feta looks golden brown.
- Lower the heat and add the spinach and stir until it starts to wilt, about 30 seconds.
- Add the whisked eggs to the center of the pan and scramble them by pushing them from the edges of the pan to the center with a spatula until they're almost done. Remove from heat to let them finish cooking.
Video
Notes
- Be sure to spray the skillet with a little olive oil or coat in butter before pouring the egg mixture in so that it doesn't get stuck to the pan (even if your pan is non-stick).
- Crack your eggs on a flat, clean surface instead of the edge of the bowl. This helps make it less likely you'll get shell in the bowl.
- Use a rubber spatula to cook your eggs if you have one! The flexibility makes it easier to stir the eggs.
- Cook your scrambled eggs over low heat for the softest scramble.
- Refrigerator - Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a small skillet.
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