Transform your breakfast or brunch routine with this vibrant and wholesome recipe for Braised Eggs with Tomatoes and Spinach. Perfectly poached eggs nestled in a rich, spiced tomato sauce infused with fragrant cumin and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes create a dish that's as comforting as it is nutritious. Fresh spinach adds a pop of color and a healthy boost, while the finishing touch of fresh parsley brightens every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy mornings or a satisfying light dinner. Serve it with crusty bread or over fluffy grains to soak up the flavorful sauce, and you’ve got a meal packed with essential nutrients and bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, including the juice, and bring to a simmer.
Add the spinach, salt, black pepper, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and cook for 3-4 minutes until the spinach wilts.
Reduce the heat to low and use a spoon to make four shallow wells in the tomato mixture.
Crack an egg into each well, ensuring they are evenly spaced apart.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the eggs cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the whites are set and the yolks remain slightly runny, depending on your preference.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with crusty bread or over a bed of cooked grains for a complete meal.
Calories |
792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 60.6 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 752 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 2057 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 375 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1342 mg | 29% | |
*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.