Heart-Healthy Shakshuka

Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this *Heart-Healthy Shakshuka*, a vibrant and nourishing take on the classic Middle Eastern favorite. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like fresh spinach, diced red bell peppers, and heart-friendly extra-virgin olive oil, this one-pan dish is as wholesome as it is flavorful. Aromatic spices like paprika, cumin, and a touch of cayenne pepper add warmth and depth to a simmering tomato and vegetable base, while perfectly poached eggs deliver a satisfying protein boost. Finished with fresh cilantro, creamy avocado slices, and served alongside warm whole-grain pita bread, this guilt-free shakshuka is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy bold flavors while supporting a healthy lifestyle. Ready in under an hour, it's an easy, delicious way to bring brighter, heart-smart eating to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium Red bell peppers, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes, no-salt-added
• 2 cups Fresh spinach, chopped
• 6 large Eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 4 pieces Whole-grain pita bread, warmed

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and diced red bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté for 7-8 minutes, or until the onions become soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the mixture is fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned crushed tomatoes into the skillet and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Stir in the fresh spinach and allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Using the back of a spoon, make small wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well.

Step 7

Cover the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the eggs are set to your liking.

Step 8

Season the shakshuka with salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top before serving.

Step 10

Serve the shakshuka hot, accompanied by sliced avocado and warm whole-grain pita bread for scooping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2063.8 grams (2063.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1986

Total Fat 90.00g	115%
Saturated Fat 17.70g	89%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1116mg	372%
Sodium 3015mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 239.90g	87%
Dietary Fiber 53.40g	191%
Total Sugars 51.40g
Protein 84.80g	170%

Vitamin D 246IU	1230%
Calcium 635mg	49%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 5081mg	108%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.4%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 45.5%