Low Carb Shakshuka
Discover the vibrant flavors of Low Carb Shakshuka, a lighter twist on the classic Middle Eastern dish that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. This recipe swaps traditional ingredients for a low-carb alternative, incorporating nutrient-packed zucchini alongside savory red bell pepper, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and a touch of cayenne for a flavorful kick. Nestled into the hearty vegetable-based sauce are perfectly poached eggs, their silky yolks adding richness to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy shakshuka is gluten-free, keto-friendly, and brimming with bold taste. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s an impressive yet simple dish ideal for sharing—or savoring solo.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Finely chop the onion, bell pepper, and zucchini. Mince the garlic.
Add the onion to the skillet and cook until it becomes soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet, and season with salt and black pepper.
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.
Make small wells in the sauce with the back of a spoon and crack the eggs into these wells.
Cover the skillet and allow the eggs to cook until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny, about 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your low carb shakshuka!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1017 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1116 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 4467 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.8 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.1 g | ||
| Protein | 51.1 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 380 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3355 mg | 71% | |
*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.
