Mediterranean Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Skillet
A flavorful one-pan scramble of eggs, spinach, sweet cherry tomatoes, and rich sun-dried tomatoes cooked in olive oil. Simple, naturally dairy-free, and packed with protein for a satisfying lunch.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Colleen + Lila
Colleen 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
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
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
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Instructions
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Next: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet…
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Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet…
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
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Add minced garlic cloves
Add minced garlic cloves, sweet cherry tomatoes, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sauteing for 3 to 4 minutes until the cherry tomatoes begin to soften and blister.
Look for: the cherry tomatoes begin to soften and blister
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Add the thawed and squeezed-dry spinach to…
Add the thawed and squeezed-dry spinach to the pan and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until heated through and evenly mixed with the tomatoes.
Look for: heated through and evenly mixed with the tomatoes
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Whisk eggs with a pinch of salt…
Whisk eggs with a pinch of salt and black pepper in a small bowl.
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Reduce heat to medium-low
Reduce heat to medium-low, pour the eggs into the pan, and gently stir for 2 to 3 minutes until cooked through but still soft.
Look for: cooked through but still soft
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Serve warm alongside toasted whole-wheat bread
Serve warm alongside toasted whole-wheat bread.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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