Best 5 Braised Eggs With Zucchini Feta And Lemon Recipes

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Are you searching for a delectable vegetarian dish that is both simple to prepare and bursting with flavor? Look no further than Braised Eggs with Zucchini Feta and Lemon. This culinary masterpiece combines the tenderness of eggs, the freshness of zucchini, the tanginess of feta cheese, and the zesty brightness of lemon, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures, from the soft egg yolk to the crunchy zucchini and the crumbly feta. The addition of lemon adds a refreshing twist, making this dish perfect for a light and flavorful meal.

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BRAISED EGGS WITH ZUCCHINI, FETA AND LEMON



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This dish is a celebration of zucchini, and it can be served any time of the day, really, either on its own or with some good bread to dip into the runny yolks. Although the zucchini blossoms make this look particularly bright and festive, the recipe would work just fine without them. If your zucchini blossoms come with stems or small zucchini attached, simply slice them up and slow-cook them with the rest of the sliced zucchini.

Provided by Yotam Ottolenghi

Categories     main course

Time 35m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lemons
1/3 cup/70 milliliters olive oil
3 small garlic cloves, crushed with the back of a knife
1 red chile pepper (such as serrano), roughly chopped (and deseeded if you don't like heat)
Flaky sea salt
1 1/3 pounds/600 grams zucchini, thinly sliced on a mandoline
2 leaves rainbow chard (about 3 ounces/80 grams), thinly sliced
2 tablespoons roughly chopped chives
2 tablespoons dill
1/3 cup/40 grams roughly crumbled feta
6 eggs
6 zucchini blossoms, stemmed, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon/15 grams unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon Aleppo pepper (or 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes)

Steps:

  • Take one lemon and use a vegetable peeler to remove 4 strips of zest. Squeeze the lemon to get 1 tablespoon juice, then set aside.
  • Add the oil, garlic, chopped red chile pepper, lemon zest strips and 3/4 teaspoon salt to a large, preferably nonstick sauté pan (for which you have a lid) set over medium heat. Gently fry for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until the oil begins to bubble. (Turn the heat down to medium-low if the oil bubbles too quickly.) Decrease the heat to low, add the zucchini slices (not the blossoms) and continue to cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring often, until the zucchini slices are very tender and beginning to brown. Stir in the chard and cook for another few minutes, until wilted.
  • Drain the zucchini and chard over a saucepan to collect the oil, then return the vegetables to the sauté pan. Stir in the herbs, reserved lemon juice and feta. Create 6 hollows with the back of a spoon and carefully break an egg into each hollow (take care not to break the yolks). Lay the zucchini blossoms around the eggs and drizzle them with a teaspoon of the reserved frying oil. Cover the pan with the lid and cook for 4 to 5 minutes over medium-high heat, until the whites are almost set and the yolks are still runny (the eggs will continue cooking once uncovered and taken off the heat).
  • While the eggs cook, add the butter to the reserved oil and gently heat until beginning to brown and bubble, then drizzle over the eggs when they're done. Sprinkle with the Aleppo chile and a good pinch of salt and serve hot with juice from the remaining lemon squeezed on top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 449, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 976 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SCRAMBLED EGGS WITH ZUCCHINI AND FETA



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Feta, zucchini, and onions are scrambled with eggs to create a delicious yet quick and easy breakfast. These eggs don't need salt because of the feta , but if your feta isn't as salty, you might need to add salt to taste.

Provided by ABcooking1

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs     Scrambled Egg Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed
½ small onion, sliced
½ medium zucchini, sliced
2 eggs, beaten
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
1 ounce feta cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook onion and zucchini until tender and most of the liquid has evaporated. Pour eggs into the skillet and season with dill. Crumble feta cheese on top.
  • Cook and stir until eggs are set, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 397.2 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 468.2 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

GREEK ZUCCHINI & FETA BAKE



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Looking to highlight your meal with something light, indulgent and golden on top? Turn to this Greek-style egg bake. -Gabriela Stefanescu, Webster, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
5 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-in. cubes (about 6 cups)
2 large onions, chopped (about 4 cups)
1 teaspoon dried oregano, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 large eggs
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 packages (8 ounces each) feta cheese, cubed
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the zucchini, half of the onions and 1/2 teaspoon oregano; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until zucchini is crisp-tender. Remove from pan. Repeat with remaining vegetables. Return previously cooked vegetables to pan. Stir in salt and pepper. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, whisk eggs and baking powder until blended; whisk in yogurt and flour just until blended. Stir in cheese, parsley and zucchini mixture. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika., Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and set. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 583mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

RAW ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH MARINATED FETA AND LEMON



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Zucchini is a summer staple that people often think needs to be cooked, but zucchini is equally delicious prepared as a raw salad. This dish quickly marinates feta cheese to give it extra flavor and depth then the reserved marinade is used to dress the zucchini. This dish screams summer and is the perfect fresh bite for any meal.

Provided by Elena Besser

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 lemon, zest peeled with a vegetable peeler and lemon halved
One 4-ounce block feta cheese, broken into 1-inch pieces
2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/8-inch-thick coins (see Cook's Note)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh soft herb leaves (such as torn basil or mint or whole tarragon)
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Combine the olive oil, garlic, crushed red pepper and half of the lemon zest in a medium saucepan. Warm over medium heat until the garlic is fragrant, softened and starting to turn golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the feta pieces. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature and up to overnight in the refrigerator (see Cook's Note).
  • Mince the remaining lemon zest and reserve for garnish.
  • Arrange the zucchini coins in a concentric circle on a large platter. Season with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle with the juice from one of the lemon halves and drizzle with some of the olive oil from the feta.
  • Remove the feta from the olive oil with a slotted spoon and scatter over the zucchini, breaking up the pieces into smaller bits. Top with the herbs and pine nuts. Drizzle with more olive oil from the feta and sprinkle with the minced lemon zest and juice from the remaining lemon half. Enjoy!

FETA EGGS



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A very TASTY way to add zip to boring scrambled eggs.

Provided by Kerry

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs     Scrambled Egg Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup chopped onion
4 eggs, beaten
¼ cup chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Saute onions until translucent. Pour in eggs. Cook, stirring occasionally to scramble. When eggs appear almost done, stir in chopped tomatoes and feta cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 197.8 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 434.9 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh, Tender Zucchini: Look for zucchini that is firm, smooth, and deep green in color. Avoid zucchini that is bruised or has blemishes.
  • Slice the Zucchini Thinly: This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a Good Quality Olive Oil: Olive oil adds flavor and richness to the dish.
  • Don't Overcrowd the Pan: This will prevent the zucchini from cooking evenly.
  • Season Generously: Salt and pepper are essential, but you can also add other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Cook the Eggs Gently: Overcooked eggs will be tough and rubbery.
  • Serve Immediately: This dish is best enjoyed fresh from the stove.

Conclusion:

Braised Eggs with Zucchini, Feta, and Lemon is a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. The zucchini is tender and slightly caramelized, the eggs are perfectly cooked, and the feta and lemon add a tangy and refreshing flavor. This dish is also very versatile and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or mushrooms, or you can use different herbs and spices to taste.

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