Braised Eggs with Tomato and Spinach

Transform your breakfast or brunch routine with this vibrant and wholesome recipe for Braised Eggs with Tomato and Spinach. Featuring perfectly poached eggs nestled in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce infused with cumin, paprika, and sautéed garlic, this dish is a flavorful take on comfort food with a Mediterranean twist. Wilted baby spinach adds a pop of color and extra nutrition, while fresh parsley ties it all together with a burst of freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes and made with pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes and red bell pepper, this one-pan meal is ideal for busy mornings or a leisurely weekend treat. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the hearty, spiced tomato sauce or spoon it over your favorite grains for a satisfying meal at any time of day.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 100 grams baby spinach leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the diced red bell pepper and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Gently fold in the spinach leaves, letting them wilt in the sauce for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Using a spoon, make four small wells in the tomato mixture. Crack an egg into each well.

Step 8

Cover the skillet and let the eggs braise in the tomato sauce for about 5-7 minutes, or until the egg whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat, and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish.

Step 10

Serve hot, with crusty bread or over cooked grain of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1008.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	845.7

Total Fat 62.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 752mg	0%
Sodium 2081.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 34.4g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 420.0mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 2274.9mg	0%

*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: 63.7%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 20.6%