Crispy Rice Omelette With Spinach And Feta
A unique twist on breakfast featuring golden, crispy rice folded into a fluffy omelette with fresh greens.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes about
1 serving
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Made by Rachael + Lila
Rachael 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
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
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Use leftover chilled rice for the best results; the lower moisture content helps it crisp up much faster than freshly cooked rice.
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk the eggs with a pinch of…
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Whisk the eggs with a pinch of…
In a small bowl, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined.
Look for: well combined
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat…
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
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Spread the cooked rice evenly across the…
Spread the cooked rice evenly across the bottom of the skillet. Press down slightly with a spatula and cook for 3-5 minutes without stirring until the bottom is golden and crispy.
Look for: the bottom is golden and crispy
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Reduce heat to medium
Reduce heat to medium. Pour the whisked eggs directly over the crispy rice, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
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Place the fresh spinach on one half…
Place the fresh spinach on one half of the omelette and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
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Cover the pan with a lid for…
Cover the pan with a lid for 2-3 minutes until the eggs are set and the spinach has wilted.
Look for: the eggs are set and the spinach has wilted
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Carefully fold the omelette in half and…
Carefully fold the omelette in half and slide it onto a plate. Serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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