A single baked egg nestled in garlicky tomato sauce with bruschetta topping, finished with melted mozzarella and Parmesan for a rustic Italian-inspired dish.
Original recipe: www.eastewart.com
Rustic Bruschetta Baked Eggs for One has a low glycemic load of 3.4 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.
The primary glycemic load contributors are canned whole tomatoes, drained (GL 2.9), bruschetta (tomato-based, homemade as described) (GL 0.6). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.
Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.