Is shakshuka healthy?
Shakshuka costs about $3.60 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL cholesterol, steadier blood sugar, weight loss and more protein.
We've cooked it 4 times in our own kitchen this year.
Questions
Is shakshuka healthy?
Shakshuka costs about $3.60 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL cholesterol, steadier blood sugar, weight loss and more protein.
Is shakshuka good for high cholesterol?
Yes, going by its main ingredients. For lower LDL cholesterol, olive oil in shakshuka helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Is shakshuka OK for blood sugar or diabetes?
Yes, going by its main ingredients. For steadier blood sugar, eggs and olive oil in shakshuka help, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Is shakshuka OK for high blood pressure?
Mostly, depending on the sauce. Nothing in the main ingredients works against lower blood pressure, and tomato helps. Most of the salt in dishes like this comes from the sauce, so go light on soy sauce or use a low-sodium one.
Is shakshuka good for weight loss?
Yes, going by its main ingredients. For weight loss, eggs, tomato and red pepper in shakshuka help, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Is shakshuka high in protein?
Yes, going by its main ingredients. For more protein, eggs in shakshuka help, and nothing in it works against that goal.
How much does shakshuka cost to make at home?
About $3.60 a serving, or $14.42 for four servings, at typical US grocery prices, with pantry staples like soy sauce and oil counted at $0.40 a serving.
How can I make shakshuka healthier?
It's already in good shape. Serve it with a vegetable side, like spinach or broccoli, and brown rice if you want more fiber.
General nutrition information, not medical advice, based on each dish's main ingredients as we cook it; sauces and salt vary by recipe. Prices are typical US grocery prices and vary by store.