Air Fryer Chilli Ginger Salmon with Slow Roasted Tomato and Eggs
Flaky, spice-rubbed salmon fillet paired with soft scrambled eggs, rich slow-roasted tomatoes, garlic-sesame mushrooms, wilted spinach, and crisp, cooling cucumber and pepper slices.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Hayley + Lila
Hayley 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
Steadier energy
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
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
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Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Storage: If you are meal prepping, store the cooked salmon, slow-roasted tomatoes, and mushrooms in airtight glass containers for up to 3 days in the fridge. For best texture, scramble the eggs fresh right before serving.
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Prep the Salmon
Prep the Salmon: Rub the salmon fillet evenly with the chilli paste and ginger paste. Season with a small pinch of salt.
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Slow-Roast the Tomato
Slow-Roast the Tomato: Cut the tomato in half. Place the halves cut-side up in your air fryer basket. Lightly spray with olive oil and sprinkle with the dried mixed herbs and a tiny pinch of salt. Air-fry at 250°F (120°C) for 20 minutes until the tomato halves are slightly wrinkled, juicy, and concentrated in flavor. Remove and set aside warm.
Look for: the tomato halves are slightly wrinkled, juicy, and concentrated in flavor
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Air-Fry the Salmon
Air-Fry the Salmon: Increase the air fryer temperature to 390°F (200°C). Place the rubbed salmon fillet in the basket. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through to your liking.
Look for: the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is cooked through to your liking
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Saute the Mushrooms and Spinach
Saute the Mushrooms and Spinach: Heat the sesame oil in a small non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the garlic paste and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced chestnut mushrooms and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until they release their moisture and turn golden brown. Toss in the baby spinach leaves, stirring constantly for about 1 minute until they are just wilted. Transfer to a serving plate.
Look for: fragrant
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Scramble the Eggs
Scramble the Eggs: Wipe out the pan with a paper towel and place it back on low-medium heat. Crack the eggs into a small bowl, add a tiny pinch of salt, and whisk thoroughly with a fork. Pour into the warm pan and stir gently with a spatula, scraping the bottom of the pan continuously for 2 to 3 minutes until soft, creamy, and just set. Remove immediately from the heat.
Look for: soft, creamy, and just set
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Assemble and Serve
Assemble and Serve: Arrange the hot scrambled eggs, air-fried salmon, slow-roasted tomato halves, and sautéed mushrooms and spinach on a large plate. Serve alongside the fresh sliced baby bell pepper and sliced cucumber for a crisp, hydrating crunch.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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