Low Sodium Shakshouka

Brighten up your breakfast or dinner table with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Shakshouka! This vibrant Middle Eastern-inspired dish features a rich, spiced tomato and bell pepper base, seasoned with paprika, cumin, and a hint of chili powder—all without the added salt. Perfectly poached eggs nestled in the savory sauce create a stunning one-pan meal that's as nutritious as it is satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and wholesome option for busy weeknights. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with crusty bread or pita, this dish delivers bold flavor in every bite while catering to those on a low-sodium diet.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium red bell peppers, chopped
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 15 ounces canned no-salt-added diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 large eggs
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped red bell peppers and diced onion. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the no-salt-added diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Mix well.

Step 5

Add paprika, cumin, chili powder, and ground black pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Use a spoon to make four small wells in the tomato mixture.

Step 8

Crack an egg into each well, making sure the yolks remain intact.

Step 9

Cover the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes or until the eggs are done to your liking.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1170.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	848.7

Total Fat 50.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 454.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 37.7g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 432.6mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 2796.8mg	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: 52.8%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 29.8%