Low Carb Shakshuka

Dive into a vibrant and hearty breakfast or brunch with this Low Carb Shakshuka, a protein-packed twist on the classic Middle Eastern favorite. Bursting with bold flavors, this one-pan dish combines nutrient-rich vegetables like zucchini, red bell pepper, and tomatoes with fragrant spices such as cumin, paprika, and a hint of cayenne for subtle heat. The perfectly poached eggs nestled into the luscious tomato-veggie sauce take center stage, creating a satisfying, low-carb meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free and keto-friendly shakshuka is garnished with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and freshness. Serve it on its own or pair with a side salad for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 zucchini
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups fresh tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 eggs
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, bell pepper, and zucchini. Mince the garlic.

Step 3

Add the onion to the skillet and cook until it becomes soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet, and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Make small wells in the sauce with the back of a spoon and crack the eggs into these wells.

Step 9

Cover the skillet and allow the eggs to cook until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny, about 5 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your low carb shakshuka!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1560.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1016.8

Total Fat 60.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 1116mg	0%
Sodium 4467.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 44.1g
Protein 51.1g	0%

Vitamin D 246IU	0%
Calcium 379.9mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 3355.0mg	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: 52.1%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 28.1%