Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Chickpeas and Feta

Vegetarian
Very Healthy
Popular
Health score
81%
Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Chickpeas and Feta
35 min.
6
799kcal

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Start your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition with our delightful Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Chickpeas and Feta. This vibrant dish is not only vegetarian but also boasts a health score of 81, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a very healthy meal. With its rich combination of ingredients, it’s no wonder this recipe has become a popular choice for brunch enthusiasts.

Imagine the comforting aroma of sautéed onions, garlic, and jalapeños wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this dish. The chickpeas add a hearty texture, while the crushed tomatoes create a luscious sauce that perfectly envelops the poached eggs. Topped with crumbled feta and fresh herbs, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or weekend brunches with friends. With only 799 calories for the entire dish, you can indulge without the guilt. The caloric breakdown reveals a balanced mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, ensuring you start your day on the right foot.

Pair this dish with warm pita bread for dipping, and you have a meal that is not only satisfying but also visually stunning. Whether you’re looking for a nourishing breakfast or a hearty brunch option, Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Chickpeas and Feta is sure to impress and delight!

Ingredients

  • 15 ounce chickpeas drained canned
  • 28  canned tomatoes whole crushed peeled canned
  • large eggs 
  • cup coarsely feta crumbled
  • tablespoon flat-leaf parsley chopped
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves coarsely chopped
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • teaspoons hungarian paprika sweet
  •  jalapeños seeded finely chopped
  • servings kosher salt and pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • medium onion finely chopped
  • servings warm pita bread 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Heat oil in a largeovenproof skillet over medium-highheat.
  3. Add onion, garlic, and jalapeños; cook,stirring occasionally, until onion is soft,about 8 minutes.
  4. Add chickpeas, paprika,and cumin and cook for 2 minutes longer.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes and their juices.Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low,and simmer, stirring occasionally, until saucethickens slightly, about 15 minutes. Seasonto taste with salt and pepper.
  6. Sprinkle fetaevenly over sauce. Crack eggs one at a timeand place over sauce, spacing evenly apart.
  7. Transfer skillet to oven and bake until whitesare just set but yolks are still runny, 5–8minutes.
  8. Garnish with parsley and cilantro.
  9. Serve with pita for dipping.
  10. Per serving: 358 calories, 22 g fat, 22 g carbohydrates
  11. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories799kcal
Protein16.72%
Fat26.59%
Carbs56.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.56
Glycemic Load
32.58
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
68.776086848715%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.64mg
Luteolin
0.47mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Myricetin
0.71mg
Quercetin
13.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:798.88kcal
39.94%
Fat:25.48g
39.2%
Saturated Fat:7.27g
45.45%
Carbohydrates:122.22g
40.74%
Net Carbohydrates:97.88g
35.59%
Sugar:46.97g
52.19%
Cholesterol:270.25mg
90.08%
Sodium:3622.43mg
157.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.05g
72.1%
Vitamin C:186.9mg
226.54%
Vitamin B6:2.79mg
139.28%
Iron:22.14mg
122.99%
Manganese:2.45mg
122.45%
Potassium:3955.58mg
113.02%
Vitamin E:15.47mg
103.12%
Vitamin B2:1.66mg
97.42%
Fiber:24.33g
97.33%
Calcium:842.65mg
84.27%
Copper:1.61mg
80.37%
Vitamin B3:15.43mg
77.17%
Vitamin B1:1.12mg
74.65%
Vitamin K:74.52µg
70.97%
Phosphorus:705.61mg
70.56%
Magnesium:263.39mg
65.85%
Vitamin A:3164.84IU
63.3%
Folate:230.17µg
57.54%
Vitamin B5:4.03mg
40.32%
Selenium:28.01µg
40.02%
Zinc:5.34mg
35.59%
Vitamin B12:1.02µg
16.93%
Vitamin D:1.43µg
9.56%
Source:Epicurious