Mediterranean Diet Piperade

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this hearty Mediterranean Diet Piperade, a colorful dish bursting with wholesome ingredients and bold seasonings. This one-pan recipe combines a medley of red, green, and yellow bell peppers, tender onions, and juicy tomatoes simmered to perfection with garlic, fresh thyme, and a fragrant bay leaf. Topped with gently steamed eggs nestled into the smoky vegetable base, this dish is as comforting as it is nutritious. Ready in just an hour, it's perfect for a quick dinner or a savory breakfast. Serve it with warm, crusty whole-grain bread to soak up every delicious bite! Packed with fiber, lean protein, and healthy fats, this piperade embodies the best of Mediterranean cuisine while being a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 whole large onion
• 1 whole red bell pepper
• 1 whole green bell pepper
• 1 whole yellow bell pepper
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 4 whole ripe tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 4 whole eggs
• 2 tablespoons parsley

Directions

Step 1

Slice the large onion into thin half-moons.

Step 2

Core and thinly slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into strips.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Score the skins of the ripe tomatoes with a small 'X', blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds, and then peel the skins. Chop the tomatoes into small cubes.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add the sliced bell peppers to the onions and continue to cook until the peppers begin to soften, about 10 minutes.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Add the chopped tomatoes, salt, black pepper, fresh thyme, and bay leaf.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture, uncovered, for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes a thick, stew-like consistency.

Step 11

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 12

Create 4 small wells in the piperade mixture using a spoon and pour the beaten eggs into the wells.

Step 13

Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the eggs to cook gently in the steam until they are set, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 14

Remove from heat, discard the bay leaf, and sprinkle the piperade with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 15

Serve hot, accompanied by crusty whole-grain bread or on its own as a satisfying dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1363.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	833.2

Total Fat 49.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 2694.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.8g
Protein 36.9g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 268.6mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2728.8mg	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: 51.8%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 31.0%