Anti Bloat Cottage Cheese Egg Scramble with Spinach
A gentle, warm breakfast combining fluffy eggs, protein-rich cottage cheese, and wilted spinach paired with fresh berries. Designed to be easy on digestion while providing steady morning energy without added sugar.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Sarah + Lila
Sarah 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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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
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.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Store leftover berries in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk 2 farm eggs and 0
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Whisk 2 farm eggs and 0
Whisk 2 farm eggs and 0.5 cup cottage cheese together in a small bowl until blended.
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Heat 0.5 tbsp olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat (350°F / 175°C) for 1 minute.
Allow: 1 minute
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Add 1 cup fresh spinach to the…
Add 1 cup fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until just wilted.
Look for: just wilted
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Lower heat to medium-low and pour in…
Lower heat to medium-low and pour in the egg and cottage cheese mixture.
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Gently stir with a spatula for 2…
Gently stir with a spatula for 2 to 3 minutes until soft, creamy curds form and eggs are set.
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Remove from heat immediately and transfer to…
Remove from heat immediately and transfer to a plate.
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Serve alongside 0.5 cup fresh blueberries and enjoy warm.
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