Avocado-Herb Egg Bake with Feta

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A creamy baked egg dish with ripe avocado and fresh herbs, topped with crumbled feta for a satisfying keto breakfast. This mediterranean-inspired keto ready in about 32 minutes pairs halved and pitted avocados, large eggs, heavy cream for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 22 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place avocado halves cut-side up in a baking dish.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, chives, and dill in a bowl until fully combined.
  3. Step 3: Pour the egg mixture evenly into each avocado half, filling to the brim.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 20-22 minutes until eggs are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle crumbled feta over the top and return to oven for 2 minutes to melt slightly.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Avocado-Herb Egg Bake with Feta take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (10 min prep + 22 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Avocado-Herb Egg Bake with Feta?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep halved and pitted avocados from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Avocado-Herb Egg Bake with Feta?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Avocado-Herb Egg Bake with Feta for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Avocado-Herb Egg Bake with Feta?

Mediterranean keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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