Turkey and Egg Spinach Scramble Bowl
A rapid 10-minute high-protein lunch featuring savory turkey slices, soft-scramble eggs, and wilted spinach over a bed of warm quinoa. Topped with pumpkin seeds and a drizzle of olive oil for a delicious, dairy-free meal.
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
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
Comfortably 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
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.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Instructions
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Next: Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a non-stick…
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Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a non-stick…
Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 1 minute.
Allow: 1 minute
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Add turkey slices and raw spinach to…
Add turkey slices and raw spinach to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until the turkey is warm and the spinach is fully wilted.
Look for: the turkey is warm and the spinach is fully wilted
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Push the turkey and spinach to one…
Push the turkey and spinach to one side of the skillet. Crack eggs directly into the open space and lower heat to medium-low.
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Gently scramble the eggs with a spatula…
Gently scramble the eggs with a spatula for 2 minutes until set but still soft and moist.
Look for: set but still soft and moist
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Heat pre-cooked quinoa in a microwave-safe bowl…
Heat pre-cooked quinoa in a microwave-safe bowl on high for 45 seconds (750W-900W) until hot.
Look for: hot
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Transfer the warm quinoa to a serving…
Transfer the warm quinoa to a serving bowl, top with the turkey, eggs, and wilted spinach mixture, and sprinkle pumpkin seeds over the top before serving immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Store any leftovers in an airtight container…
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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