Beef + Eggs: The Simple, Budget-Friendly Meal That Actually Works
In an age of supplements, meal replacements, and influencer-endorsed “superfoods,” the best diet plan is often the one that’s been around forever.
One pan. Two ingredients. Real results.
Beef + eggs.
Simple, affordable, and packed with everything your body actually needs to recover, get stronger, and stay healthy.
Why Simple Nutrition Works
You don’t need fancy powders or imported snacks to fuel progress. What matters most is nutrient density, protein quality, and consistency.
Ground beef and eggs tick every box:
Complete amino acid profile
Creatine and carnitine for muscle strength and energy
Iron, zinc, and B12 for oxygen delivery and recovery
Choline and vitamin D for brain and hormone health
When combined, they offer one of the highest quality protein sources you can eat — no filters, no gimmicks, no wasted calories.
Use lean mince (5% fat) if you prefer lower calories, or full-fat beef for added energy and flavour.
How to Build a Balanced Version
Beef + eggs make a powerful foundation — but you can make it even better with small additions:
For Performance:
Add white rice, quinoa, or sweet potato for glycogen replenishment post-training.
For Longevity:
Add leafy greens, avocado, and olive oil for micronutrients and healthy fats.
For Fat Loss:
Go for 5% lean mince, use 2 eggs + 1 egg white, and add high-fibre vegetables like courgette, spinach, and peppers.
Quick 10-Minute Recipe
Heat a pan and add 150g lean mince.
Brown until nearly cooked.
Crack in 2–3 eggs and stir lightly.
Season with sea salt, black pepper, and herbs.
Optional: Add a handful of spinach or tomato slices.
Serve hot — no meal prep, no stress, no excuses.
When to Eat It
Post-training: Perfect for muscle recovery and restoring nutrients.
Breakfast: Keeps you full and energised all morning.
Evening meal: Ideal if you train later in the day or need a high-protein dinner.
Poseidon Perspective
At Poseidon Performance, we believe in evidence-based simplicity.
The meals that work are the ones you can repeat, enjoy, and sustain.
Beef and eggs aren’t trendy — they’re timeless.
Strong food for strong people.
