Makes breakfast for two.
Approximate cooking time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced or slivered almonds
- 4 Tbs salsa
Instructions
- Heat non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Beat eggs in a small bowl, and pour into skillet.
- Cook for 1 minute and turn heat to medium-low. Finish cooking (about 2-4 minutes longer).
- Top with almonds, avocado and salsa.
24 Comments
Slice57
Surely this recipe isn’t made for 2 people. Does the shopping list take into account that you’d need to double this?
I would suggest that you go back through your recipes and clearly state how many servings each makes.
Sasmo
Recipes are great, but have to agree with Slice57. This item is barely for 1 person, and the Myra’s Chopped Mushrooms, Eggs and Onion contains 12 eggs and makes 6-8 servings? Standardizing the serving sizes (or at least always showing serving size) would be a big help.
Jason G.
We’re working on this. It’s a lot of work to standardize recipes ;), but it is something we’re doing, just gradually as we can.
jferry
I just ate this….I’m still hungry….poop.
jbrp
Fitday shows:
4 egg (whites only)
68 cal
.25g fat
1g carb
14g protein
2oz Almonds (unsalted and not roasted)
328 cal
28g fat (18g monounsaturated)
11g carb
12g protein
4tbsp Salsa (red, fresh – not cooked)
17 cal
.1g fat
4g carb
1g protein
So, that’s:
413 cal
28.35g fat
16g carb
27g protein
That’s not too bad is you consider it works well with a 2400 cal/day diet (6 meals at approx. 400 cal). The protein is pretty spot on for someone who is about 180lbs/10%BF and doing CrossFit (assuming you’re getting 1lbs of protein per pound of lean body weight). The only downfall IMO is the fat content. However, since the majority is monounsaturated fat with sparingly saturated and polyunsaturated fats to complete it….it’s not bad. Technically, it’s great!
I was able to research, calculate, and post this info within 10 minutes. Instead of criticizing the administrators who have gracefully uploaded these recipes, why don’t we take the time to analyze the recipes ourselves to ensure what is being posted is truly beneficial to out individual nutritional needs. Just a thought.
James Orr
You’re right, but split that in half and you have two CrossFitting adults eating two eggs and some almonds for breakfast. The site describes the plan as being designed for two.
I really love the site and plans so far. This is the start of our second week and we’ve definitely been left without leftovers or left hungry a few times. Zucchini and Ground Beef is an example of a meal that’s enough for dinner, but no leftovers for lunch. These are just small details of a great offering. I’d just go through one afternoon and make sure each recipe has enough for two people for two meals.
Neely
Hi James,
Thanks for your comment and suggestions. It’s difficult to get it right for every couple, and it might take a little getting used to for intense athletes like yourselves. This plan is set up for people who aren’t super active, assuming that if you do work out a lot you’ll add food in to supplement what we suggest.
For you guys in particular, I’d add more fruit and vegetables. If you’re not trying to lose weight (or even if you are) you may need to add sweet potatoes and squash in, as well. Maybe a few more nuts here and there. If the 2 eggs aren’t enough for you, make 3 or add a piece of nitrite free bacon or smoked salmon to your breakfast. Think of Paleo Plan as your template – a starting point – and add from there.
Having said that, I apologize for leaving you hungry or without leftovers and we’ll get on that right away. Thanks again for writing in!
Neely
Nutrition Therapist
Paleo Plan
Neely
Hi again,
Since several people have commented on this recipe not being ample, I added half an avocado to the mix to round it out and add significant calories. Hope this helps!
Neely
Stephanie
I see that you are a Nutrition Therapist. Where did you get your certification. I am looking into programs now!
Neely
Hi Stephanie,
I received my certification from Seven Bowls School of Nutrition, Nourishment and Healing, which at the time was a 3 year, full-time, masters level program. It’s different now, unfortunately. They only do weekend seminars. I would look at Hawthorn University, Huntington College of Health Sciences or Bridgeport University. All are masters programs. Here’s a link to a comprehensive list of schools, some better than others. Good luck!
Sylvia
I Think with most of these recipes you can use good old fashioned common sense. If 2 eggs are not enough just double the recipe. I eat 2 eggs and my husband would eat 4 eggs. All of these recipes are easily adapted to individual needs. If you are going to exercise you should compliment this meal with some fruit.
Andrea
i would love to try this diet but i am allergic to almonds – any suggestions?????
Neely
@Andrea – Well, it’s easy to substitute other nuts and seeds in things like trail mix and some of the other snacks and meals like ham, applesauce and almonds. For the baked goods, you’ll have to use a combination of tapioca flour and coconut flour, and there are a LOT of recipes online using this combination. Hope that helps.
Barefoot crone
I love this recipe. I eat half, as instructed for breakfast or lunch or on a lazy weekend morning drop it to 3 eggs and have it as brunch.
Anita Johnson
Thank you for the recipes. This looks like a good, easy and healthy breakfast to fix.
austhokie
maybe i’m missing it, but is there a specific recipe for the salsa, or a recommended brand?
Neely
@austhokie – There are so many brands of good salsa – Paleo salsa – that it’s hard to recommend any. Just check the ingredients and make sure it’s “clean”. We don’t have you make your own because that would take a lot of time and we’re trying to save you time :) but if you’re into making your own, go for it!
Ossie1211
Slice57′ it’s 4 eggs…what one person eats 4 eggs especially with the added ingredients?
Cathy
What does the salsa consist of?
Neely Quinn
Cathy – Just store-bought salsa made with Paleo ingredients.
Anonymous
Which kind of Salsa is this recipe talking about?
Neely Quinn
Anonymous – Just any salsa with Paleo ingredients :)
Louise
Guess that they trying to ask what are the paleo ingredients that you would use for a salsa? Because some of us aren’t used to all the ingredients yet and what is and what isn’t paleo. Can you give us an idea of what ingredients might be used for a paleo salsa?
Chopped tomatoes, onions and pineapple? I am also unsure of what to use for a paleo salsa.
Thanks
Neely Quinn
Louise – yep, all those work onions, avocado, garlic, spices, olive oil, tomatoes, peppers, lime juice. Just stay away from corn syrup, vegetable oils, and preservatives like sodium benzoate. Really anything you can’t pronounce.