1 day Ago By Hanna Geissler
Whether you’re looking for an easy brunch to enjoy on a spring morning or entertaining friends, this recipe for spicy tomato baked eggs is a gut-friendly crowd-pleaser. Developed by Yakult, the low-calorie dish is packed with nutrients from the eggs and tinned tomatoes. The simple ingredients list can also be easily adapted if you fancy swapping in other vegetables or seasonings.
I couldn’t find tinned cherry tomatoes, so used a tin each of plum and chopped tomatoes. And I had run out of chilli flakes so substituted smoked paprika. Dr Emily Prpa, registered nutritionist and science manager at Yakult, said the dish is high in “plant-points” and designed to boost gut microbiota diversity, which has been linked to better digestion, mood and overall wellbeing.
She explained: “Eating a variety of plant foods has been proven to support good gut health . Research suggests that individuals who consume more than 30 different plant foods per week have a more diverse gut microbiota than those who eat fewer than ten. “A diverse gut microbiota has been linked to overall wellbeing, including mood, weight, and general health benefits.
” Eggs are nutrient-dense and a good source of protein, as well as vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, D and B12. And the tinned tomatoes are a source of vitamins A, C and E. Yakult recommends that the recipe serves four.
Served alongside a couple of slices of freshly toasted bread, this would mean each portion contains less than 300 calories. But I must admit I demolished half the pan in one sitting with some freshly toasted tiger bread! Ingredients 1⁄2 tbsp olive oil 2 sliced red onions 1 Red chilli, deseeded and chopped or a large pinch of dried chilli flakes 1 Garlic clove crushed 800g Tinned cherry tomatoes (2 tins) Pinch of sugar Pinch of salt and pepper Coriander 4 eggs How to make it.
