Spanish baked eggs
One of my favourite egg recipes!
If you love recipes like shakshuka, you’ll love these Spanish baked eggs. This healthy, vegetarian dish features eggs baked over a rich mixture of sautéed peppers, onions, and tomatoes, seasoned with smoked paprika and oregano for a classic Mediterranean flavour.
This healthy baked eggs recipe is packed with protein, fibre, and nutrients, making it perfect for a balanced brunch, lunch, or light dinner. The melted mozzarella adds a creamy, comforting finish that pairs beautifully with the sweet, slow-cooked vegetables.
Simple, nourishing, and full of flavour, these Mediterranean baked eggs are ideal when you want an easy, wholesome meal made with everyday ingredients.
How to Serve Spanish Baked Eggs
These Mediterranean baked eggs pair perfectly with:
Crusty bread
Toasted sourdough
Roasted potatoes
Fresh salad
They’re ideal for healthy brunch recipes, light dinners, or meal prep.
🌱Vegetarian
🍽️ 2 portions
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion
1 red pepper
1 green/yellow pepper
1/4 cup white wine
2 tomatoes
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp oregano
6 large eggs
Mozzarella cheese
Method
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the eggs for 7–8 minutes. Transfer them to ice-cold water for 5 minutes, then peel and set aside.
Finely dice the onion and peppers. Slice the tomatoes into thick rounds.
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and peppers and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and slightly caramelised. Season with salt and pepper.
Add the white wine and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate.
Spread the vegetables evenly across the pan and arrange the tomato slices on top. Cover with a lid and cook for 5 minutes.
Slice the boiled eggs in half and arrange them on top of the tomatoes. Sprinkle with smoked paprika and add mozzarella cheese to taste.
Cover with a lid and cook for 5 more minutes, until the cheese melts.
FAQS and Tips
If you like a crispy cheese top I recommend grilling the eggs in the oven for 8min once you add the mozzarella cheese.
Can I make baked eggs ahead of time? Yes. Prepare the vegetable base ahead of time and add the eggs and cheese when reheating.
What’s the difference between shakshuka and Spanish baked eggs? Shakshuka uses raw eggs cooked in tomato sauce, while this Spanish baked eggs recipe uses boiled eggs baked with Mediterranean vegetables and cheese.
