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Leafy Green Shakshuka

A wonderful savoury egg sensation. Green leafy vegetables are some of the most nutrient-dense veggies, so always find ways to work them into any dish for maximum goodness! Pair this with a good quality slice of sourdough or gluten-free bread and enjoy!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 eggs
  • 100 g cavolo nero, trimmed of tough stems
  • 1 large handful of baby spinach
  • 3 shallots, sliced
  • 1 green pepper, sliced
  • 1 courgette, diced
  • 100 g peas
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • a pinch of salt & pepper
  • a pinch of chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp coconut oil (for cooking)

Optional

  • sourdough bread opt for gluten-free if you have an allergy or intolerance
  • 2 spring onions, sliced
  • a handful of fresh coriander

Instructions

  • Using a medium shallow pan with a lid, heat 1 tsp coconut oil. Sweat the shallots with the sliced green pepper until the onion is translucent and the pepper is tender.
  • Add the courgette and peas and continue to sweat. Then add 3 tablespoons of water and close the lid until the vegetables are all soft.
  • Add the cumin, oregano, chilli, salt and pepper, followed by the spinach and cavolo nero. Replace the lid and until the leaves have wilted and are tender.
  • Using the back of a spoon create wells in the green mixture for your eggs to poach in.
  • Carefully crack your eggs into the wells and replace the lid for 4-5 minutes until the whites of the eggs have set and the yolks are still runny.
  • Top with coriander leaves and spring onion and serve with your chosen bread.
    Get your green goddess on!

Notes

Lauren Windas founder of ARDERE is a CNM Naturopathic Nutritional Therapy Graduate