Crispy Fried Eggs Over Warm Bean Medley
Crispy-edged sunny eggs with runny yolks resting over a warm, savory bed of tender green beans and black beans, finished with zesty salsa. A quick, flavorful breakfast that keeps carbs mindful and completely free from gluten, dairy, and added sugars.
Prep
3 min
Cook
6 min
Total
9 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Helen + Lila
Helen 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
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
3 min
Cook
6 min
Total
9 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Instructions
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Next: Heat olive oil in a medium nonstick…
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Heat olive oil in a medium nonstick…
Heat olive oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Look for: it shimmers
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Add green beans and black beans to…
Add green beans and black beans to one side of the skillet, tossing gently for 2 to 3 minutes until warmed through and tender-crisp.
Look for: warmed through and tender-crisp
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Crack eggs directly into the open side…
Crack eggs directly into the open side of the skillet.
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Cook eggs undisturbed for 2 to 3…
Cook eggs undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until the whites are set with golden, crispy edges and the yolks remain runny.
Look for: the whites are set with golden, crispy edges and the yolks remain runny
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Transfer the warm bean mixture to a…
Transfer the warm bean mixture to a shallow bowl or plate.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Top the beans with the fried eggs…
Top the beans with the fried eggs and spoon salsa over the top before serving immediately.
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