Health Recipes
The Wonders of Eggs: Two Delicious Dinner Ideas
From classic shakshuka to baked omelet muffins, discover simple meals your whole family will love
- Chen Tovi
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Shakshuka, one of the many wonders of North African cuisineAn organic free-range egg is often called nature’s multivitamin. One egg contains everything needed to develop a single fertilized cell into a full chicken.
Eggs are rich in vitamins, minerals, high-quality protein, healthy fats, and more:
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B2
Vitamin A
Vitamin B5
Selenium, calcium, iron, potassium, zinc, manganese
In fact, eggs contain small amounts of nearly every nutrient the body needs.
What About Cholesterol?
Eggs were once blamed for raising cholesterol, and people were told to limit them.
Today, many studies show a more balanced picture. While eggs do contain cholesterol, they also contain lecithin, which helps regulate cholesterol levels. Lecithin is especially present when the yolk is slightly soft, not overcooked.
Shakshuka: A Colorful Nutritional Powerhouse
Shakshuka is one of the great wonders of North African cuisine, and for good reason.
Start by sautéing vegetables in a little olive oil, rich in omega-9 fatty acids. Add a variety of colorful ingredients packed with phytochemicals:
Onion rings, rich in sulfur and quercetin
Carrot slices, full of beta-carotene
Tomato cubes, loaded with lycopene
Bell peppers in a range of vibrant colors
Season with turmeric, a powerful antioxidant, a pinch of black pepper to enhance absorption, and a bit of salt to bring out the flavors.
Finally, add the eggs.
Omelet Muffins: Easy, Fun, and Delicious
Omelet muffins are simple to prepare, fun to customize, and full of nutrients.
Step 1
Lightly grease a muffin tray.
Step 2
Fill each cup with different vegetables:
Onion and mushrooms
Mixed colorful peppers
Tomatoes with basil
Spinach
Peas and carrots
Broccoli and cauliflower
Step 3
Add a sprinkle of oats or chia seeds. You can also add grated cheese.
Step 4
In a bowl, mix 8 eggs with 1 teaspoon baking powder and season to taste. Pour the mixture into the muffin cups. Optional: top with seeds or extra cheese.
Step 5
Bake at 180°C for about 30 minutes.
Step 6
Serve with a fresh, colorful salad.
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