Piperade

Savor the vibrant flavors of southern France with Piperade, a rustic Basque-inspired dish that beautifully blends sweet bell peppers, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic garlic with luscious, softly set eggs. This one-pan wonder is easy to prepare, taking just 50 minutes from start to finish, making it a perfect choice for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Simmered with fragrant bay leaf and seasoned to perfection, Piperade delivers a comforting medley of textures and flavors, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a bright finishing touch. Whether served alongside crusty bread, steamed rice, or as a topping for grilled meat or fish, this wholesome and flavorful recipe promises to transport your taste buds to the sunny landscapes of the Basque region. Perfect for feeding four, it’s a simple yet elegant dish that’s sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 medium bell peppers (red, green, or yellow)
• 3 garlic cloves
• 4 medium tomatoes, ripe
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 eggs
• 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh
• 1 bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing your ingredients: chop the onion and the bell peppers into thin strips. Mince the garlic. Peel and dice the tomatoes.

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for approximately 5 minutes until it becomes translucent, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the bell peppers to the skillet and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and the bay leaf to the skillet. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Cover the skillet and let everything simmer together on a low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender and the mixture has slightly thickened.

Step 8

Meanwhile, beat the eggs in a small bowl until they are well mixed.

Step 9

Once the piperade has reached the desired consistency, remove the bay leaf.

Step 10

Pour the beaten eggs evenly over the vegetable mixture in the skillet, and gently stir to allow the eggs to integrate without scrambling them. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the eggs are just set.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley on top before serving.

Step 12

Serve the piperade hot with a side of crusty bread or steamed rice, or enjoy it as a topping for grilled meats or fish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1304.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	849.3

Total Fat 49.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 2688.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 38.2g
Protein 36.9g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 281.6mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2660.0mg	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: 51.7%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 31.2%