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Clean & Lean Protein Breakfast Bowl Recipe

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A fresh and nutritious Clean & Lean Protein Breakfast Bowl packed with baby spinach, cottage cheese, smoked salmon, poached egg, avocado, and cherry tomatoes, drizzled with a tangy lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a quick, protein-rich start to your day.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

Base

  • 1 cup (lightly packed) baby spinach

Toppings

  • ⅓ cup cottage cheese
  • 2 ounces smoked salmon
  • 1 poached egg
  • ½ small avocado (sliced)
  • 4 cherry tomatoes (sliced)

Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon lemon vinaigrette

Instructions

  1. Place the spinach: In a serving bowl, add the baby spinach as the bottom layer to create a fresh, leafy base for the bowl.
  2. Add the toppings: Layer the cottage cheese, smoked salmon, poached egg, sliced avocado, and sliced cherry tomatoes evenly over the spinach to build flavors and textures.
  3. Drizzle with vinaigrette: Finish by drizzling 1 tablespoon of lemon vinaigrette over the entire bowl to add a bright, tangy flavor that ties all the ingredients together. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor and nutrition.
  • You can replace smoked salmon with cooked chicken or tofu for variation.
  • Adjust lemon vinaigrette amount to taste or substitute with olive oil and lemon juice.
  • Poach the egg to your preferred doneness; a runny yolk adds creaminess to the bowl.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat