Jeyakumar, Angeline, Gastelum, A., Shaw, W. 2026, Mediterranean Diet: Shakshuka, University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Recipes

Description

A savory dish made with eggs simmered in a flavorful tomato and vegetable mixture. Seasoned with cumin, paprika, and garlic, it offers a warm and comforting taste. This is a simple and wholesome meal.

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Level: Easy Prep: 20 minutes Yield: 1 servings
Total: 20 minutes Inactive:  Serving Size: 

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
  • ½ bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1.  Sauté the onions and garlic in olive oil until soft.
  2.  Add the bell pepper, cumin, and paprika, cooking for a few minutes.
  3.  Stir in the tomatoes and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  4.  Make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into them.
  5.  Cover and cook until the eggs are set to your liking.
  6.  Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with whole grain bread.
 

Nutrition Facts

1 servings per recipe
Serving size: ### oz
Calories 319.1 per serving

Contents % Daily Value
Total Fat 24.5g 31%
   
Saturated Fat 5.2g 26%
Trans Fat 0g  
Cholesterol ##mg ##%
Sodium 373mg 124%
Total Carbohydrate 11.2mg 4%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g 9%
Total Sugars 6.8g  
Incl. Added Sugars 0g 0%
Protein 14.4g  
Vitamin D 2.2mcg 11%
   
Calcium 76.3mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 528.5mg 11%
The % Daily Value (DV) 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.
 

Learn more about the author(s)

Angeline Jeyakumar
Angeline Jeyakumar
 

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