Smoked Salmon and Avocado Egg Scramble
Creamy scrambled eggs paired with savory smoked salmon lox, ripe avocado, and fresh spinach on whole-grain toast. A satisfying, dairy-free, non-spicy breakfast rich in protein and fiber.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Payge + Lila
Payge 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
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
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.
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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
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Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Crack 2 large eggs
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Crack 2 large eggs
In a small bowl, crack 2 large eggs, add a pinch of black pepper, and whisk thoroughly with a fork until fully combined and slightly frothy.
Look for: fully combined and slightly frothy
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Heat 1 tsp of olive oil in…
Heat 1 tsp of olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat for about 1 minute until warmed.
Look for: warmed
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Add 1 cup of fresh spinach to…
Add 1 cup of fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring gently with a spatula until completely wilted.
Look for: completely wilted
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Lower heat to low
Lower heat to low, pour in the whisked eggs, and slowly sweep the spatula across the pan for 2 to 3 minutes until soft curds form and eggs are just set.
Look for: soft curds form and eggs are just set
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Remove the skillet from heat immediately and…
Remove the skillet from heat immediately and gently fold in 40g of chopped smoked salmon lox.
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Toast 1 slice of whole-wheat bread in…
Toast 1 slice of whole-wheat bread in a toaster until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes.
Look for: golden and crisp
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Top the warm whole-wheat toast with 0
Top the warm whole-wheat toast with 0.5 pcs of sliced avocado and spoon the warm scrambled egg, spinach, and smoked salmon mix on top.
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Serve immediately while warm
Serve immediately while warm. Store any extra ingredients separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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