Warm Salmon and Lentil Nourish Bowl
A comforting, low-glycemic lunch bowl pairing warm earthy lentils and sautéed mushrooms with rich smoked salmon, fresh avocado, and a dollop of creamy seed-topped hummus.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Victoria + Lila
Victoria 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.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
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
Protein consistency
Make a nourishing habit easier
This is another practical opportunity to include protein and varied whole foods—small habits that are easier to repeat than a perfect diet.
Notice: protein across the day
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
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Prep-Ahead: Cook a large batch of brown lentils earlier in the week to make putting this lunch together fast and effortless.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
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Instructions
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Bring a small saucepan of water to…
Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil over high heat. Gently lower the egg into the boiling water using a slotted spoon. Cook for 6 and a half minutes for a jammy yolk, or 8 minutes for a hard-boiled yolk. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to cool, then peel and slice in half.
Allow: 8 minutes
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Heat olive oil in a medium skillet…
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the cremini mushroom slices and cook until they soften and release their moisture, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Look for: they soften and release their moisture
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Add the kale leaf to the same…
Add the kale leaf to the same skillet and cook until slightly wilted and bright green, about 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the pre-cooked brown lentil to warm through for 1 minute, then remove the skillet from the heat.
Look for: slightly wilted and bright green
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To assemble
To assemble, spoon the warm brown lentil, sautéed cremini mushroom, and wilted kale leaf mixture into a serving bowl.
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Arrange the smoked salmon slices
Arrange the smoked salmon slices, sliced avocado, and the halved egg on top.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Add a dollop of hummus next to…
Add a dollop of hummus next to the avocado, and sprinkle the entire bowl with hemp seed before serving.
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