Turkey Ham and Egg Breakfast Scramble
A quick, high-protein scramble made with lean turkey ham and eggs, served with a refreshing cup of Greek yogurt.
Prep
5 min
Cook
7 min
Total
12 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Montse + Lila
Montse 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
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
5 min
Cook
7 min
Total
12 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Store leftover cooked turkey ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Place a non-stick skillet on the stove…
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Place a non-stick skillet on the stove…
Place a non-stick skillet on the stove over medium heat 350°F (175°C) and allow it to warm for 1 to 2 minutes.
Allow: 1 to 2 minutes
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Add 2.5 oz (70g) diced turkey ham to the hot skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are lightly browned.
Look for: the edges are lightly browned
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Crack 2 large eggs into a small…
Crack 2 large eggs into a small bowl, add 1 tbsp milk, and whisk with a fork until fully blended and uniform in color.
Look for: fully blended and uniform in color
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Pour the whisked egg mixture directly into…
Pour the whisked egg mixture directly into the skillet with the turkey ham.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and gently sweep…
Reduce heat to medium-low and gently sweep a spatula across the pan to form soft curds. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the eggs are cooked through but still moist.
Look for: the eggs are cooked through but still moist
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Transfer the scramble to a plate
Transfer the scramble to a plate, season with a small pinch of salt and black pepper, and serve alongside 0.75 cup (170g) plain low-fat Greek yogurt.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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