This vibrant breakfast plate is the kind of morning meal that makes you feel like you actually have your life together. Cumin-kissed salmon gets a hard sear until the flesh is golden and flaky, then lands on a bed of creamy sliced avocado alongside a perfectly fried egg — it's rich, satisfying, and genuinely beautiful on the plate. The real star is the bright, blended salsa verde made from boiled tomatillos, jalapeño, scallion greens, cilantro, and lime juice — tangy and just a little spicy, it ties every component together. Every single ingredient here is whole, clean, and naturally free from fungi, so there's no need to scan labels or swap anything out. It's also fully Whole30-compliant, which means it works hard for anyone navigating multiple dietary guidelines at once. Whether you're meal-prepping a power breakfast or treating yourself to a slow weekend morning, this plate delivers serious flavor without any shortcuts.
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2 salmon fillets (5–6 oz each), skin-on, patted dry
1 tbsp avocado oil, divided
½ tsp fine sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp ground cumin
For the eggs
2 large eggs
For serving
1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted, and sliced
lime wedges, for serving (optional)
fresh cilantro sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1
Place the tomatillos and jalapeño in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 8–10 minutes, until the tomatillos are olive-green, softened, and just beginning to split.
2
Drain the tomatillos and jalapeño and transfer to a blender or food processor. Add the scallion greens, cilantro, lime juice, and 1/4 tsp salt. Blend until smooth but still slightly textured, about 20–30 seconds. Taste and adjust salt. Set aside.
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