Here’s a lovely recipe for Baked Eggs with Swiss Chard and Green Olives—a vibrant, savory dish that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. 🥬🍳✨
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch Swiss chard (about 6-8 leaves, stems removed and chopped, leaves sliced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
- ½ cup green olives (pitted and sliced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan or feta cheese (optional, for garnish)
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or cilantro, for garnish)
- Crusty bread (to serve)
Instructions:
- Prepare the chard:
- Separate the stems and leaves of the Swiss chard. Chop the stems into small pieces and roughly slice the leaves.
- Sauté the aromatics:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and chard stems. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for another 30 seconds.
- Cook the Swiss chard:
- Add the sliced Swiss chard leaves to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper, and cook until the leaves wilt (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in the sliced green olives and lemon zest for a pop of flavor.
- Add the eggs:
- Make 4 small wells in the chard mixture. Crack an egg into each well. Season the eggs lightly with salt and pepper.
- Bake the dish:
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8–12 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny.
- Garnish and serve:
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with Parmesan or feta cheese and fresh herbs.
- Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping into the rich yolks and flavorful greens.
Pro Tip:
For an extra kick, drizzle with a little harissa or hot sauce before serving.
Enjoy this nutritious, Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as gorgeous as it is delicious! 🌿🍳
