shakshuka

Eggs are a part of a heart healthy diet! The american heart association recommends 1 egg per day for most people, and 2 eggs per day for older adults and vegetarians. Try the recipe below, hope you enjoy ❤️

recipe (makes 4 servings)

1. heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium-large sized pan
2. add 1 diced yellow onion and 1 diced red bell pepper to the pan and cook for ~5 mins
3. add 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1.5 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper, and an optional pinch of red pepper flakes
4. cook veggies for another 2-3 mins with the spices added, and then add 1 large low sodium can (28 oz) of crushed tomatoes along with 1 large handful of spinach
5. bring everything to a simmer and then make 6 small wells in the sauce and crack 1 egg in each
6. cover the pan and let the eggs cook for 2-3 mins, then uncover and sprinkle 1/4 cup low fat feta cheese
7. cover the pan again and let the eggs and cheese continue to cook for another 2-3 mins until egg whites are cooked
8. top with avocado slices, fresh ground black pepper, 2 tbsp fresh chopped cilantro, and 2 tbsp fresh parsley leaves
9. use a slice of fresh ciabatta for dipping, and enjoy!

nutrition per serving: 435 calories, 22g protein, 44g carbohydrate, 17g fat, 9g fiber, 4g sat fat, 600 mg sodium.