Dairy-Free Braised Eggs with Tomatoes and Spinach

Elevate your breakfast or brunch routine with these *Dairy-Free Braised Eggs with Tomatoes and Spinach*, a savory, nutrient-packed dish that's both comforting and vibrant. Featuring perfectly braised eggs nestled in a fragrant tomato sauce infused with warm spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, this recipe is a delicious dairy-free twist on classic shakshuka. Fresh spinach adds a boost of greens, while a garnish of parsley and zesty lemon makes every bite fresh and flavorful. Ready in under 40 minutes, this wholesome dish is perfect for sharing and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or grain-free alternatives for a satisfying, gluten-free meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 6 large eggs
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, ground cumin, ground coriander, sweet paprika, salt, black pepper, and, if using, red pepper flakes. Stir to combine well.

Step 5

Bring the tomato mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, until it thickens slightly.

Step 6

Add the chopped spinach to the tomato sauce and stir to combine. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 3 minutes.

Step 7

Using a spoon, create wells in the sauce for the eggs. Crack an egg into each well, spacing them evenly across the pan.

Step 8

Cover the pan and reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow the eggs to braise for 8-10 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your liking.

Step 9

Remove the pan from heat and garnish the dish with chopped parsley and lemon zest.

Step 10

Serve hot, with crusty bread on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1736.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1237.5

Total Fat 84.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g
Cholesterol 1131.9mg	0%
Sodium 4187.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.5g	0%
Total Sugars 32.2g
Protein 61.9g	0%

Vitamin D 246IU	0%
Calcium 1125.6mg	0%
Iron 30.2mg	0%
Potassium 5395.7mg	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: 59.5%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 21.0%