Sautéed Spinach And Scrambled Eggs With Avocado
A simple, paleo-friendly meal featuring fluffy scrambled eggs, baby spinach sautéed in olive oil, and sliced creamy avocado.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Anneliese + Lila
Anneliese created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Crack eggs into a small bowl and…
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Crack eggs into a small bowl and…
Crack eggs into a small bowl and whisk with a fork until yolk and whites are fully combined and slightly frothy.
Look for: yolk and whites are fully combined and slightly frothy
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Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet…
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat until it shimmers.
Look for: it shimmers
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Add baby spinach to the pan and…
Add baby spinach to the pan and toss with tongs for 1 to 2 minutes, just until wilted. Transfer spinach to a serving plate.
Look for: wilted
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Pour the whisked eggs into the same…
Pour the whisked eggs into the same skillet over low heat. Let them sit for 10 seconds, then gently push them across the pan with a heat-resistant spatula, creating soft, creamy folds. Remove from heat when the eggs are mostly set but still slightly moist, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes.
Allow: 2 to 3 minutes
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Transfer scrambled eggs to the plate next…
Transfer scrambled eggs to the plate next to the spinach.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Cut the avocado in half
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out one half, slice it into 1/2-inch (1.2cm) wedges, and arrange them next to the eggs.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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