Sweet Potato Toast with Poached Eggs

PreconceptionAmericanEasyServes 230 min

Slices of roasted sweet potato topped with perfectly poached eggs and a sprinkle of pepper.

This simple, nourishing breakfast lays a great foundation for preconception health. The sweet potatoes provide a gentle, complex carbohydrate rich in beta-carotene to support her reproductive tissues. Meanwhile, the eggs are a fantastic source of high-quality protein, zinc, and selenium—essential daily nutrients for his sperm development and her overall hormone balance.

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One serving≈260 kcal · 14 g protein

Calories260 kcal

Protein14 g

Carbs14 g · 3.2g sugar

Fat16 g · 4.1g sat

Fiber2.2 g

Sodium759 mg

Folate57 mcg DFE

Iron2.3 mg

Calcium82 mg

Choline303 mg

Iodine116 mcg

Vitamin D82 IU

Vitamin B120.9 mcg

DHA + EPA36 mg

Zinc1.5 mg

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Ingredients

1 large sweet potato, scrubbed and sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick 'toasts'
1 tbsp olive oil
4 eggs
1 tbsp white vinegar (for poaching)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp chopped chives

Method

1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare a toaster oven. Toss the sweet potato slices lightly with olive oil and a pinch of salt.
2Roast the sweet potato slices on a baking sheet for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until fork-tender and slightly browned at the edges. (Alternatively, run them through a toaster on high 2-3 times until tender).
3While the potatoes cook, bring a medium pot of water to a gentle simmer. Add the white vinegar.
4Crack each egg into a small ramekin. Create a gentle whirlpool in the simmering water with a spoon, and carefully slip the eggs into the water. Poach for 3-4 minutes until the whites are set.
5Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and let them drain briefly on a paper towel.
6Top the roasted sweet potato toasts with the poached eggs. Sprinkle with black pepper, a pinch of salt, and chopped chives.

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