Pomegranate & Hemp Seed Protein Bowl
A quick, anti-inflammatory breakfast bowl packed with tart pomegranate seeds and crunchy cashews. Greek yogurt and hemp seeds provide a satisfying 32g of protein to fuel your morning.
The perimenopause lens
A cautious perimenopause lens
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthJoint discomfort
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Low energy
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Hot flashes
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Before you start
Your 5-minute game plan
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Equipment
Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Prep ahead: You can portion the seeds and nuts into small containers for the week, making assembly take less than 60 seconds on busy mornings.
Do these three things first
- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
Gather as you go
Ingredients
From Your Pantry
Cook along
One clear step at a time
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Next: Spoon the Greek yogurt into a serving…
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Spoon the Greek yogurt into a serving…
Spoon the Greek yogurt into a serving bowl. If using, stir in the cinnamon and vanilla extract for extra warmth and flavor.
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Top the yogurt evenly with the pomegranate…
Top the yogurt evenly with the pomegranate seeds, cashews, and hemp seeds.
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Finish with a pinch of sea salt…
Finish with a pinch of sea salt to enhance the nutty flavors, and enjoy immediately for the best crunch.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Buying whole pomegranates
Buying whole pomegranates: To easily remove seeds without staining your hands, cut the fruit in half, hold it cut-side down over a bowl, and gently whack the back with a wooden spoon.
Prep ahead
Prep ahead: You can portion the seeds and nuts into small containers for the week, making assembly take less than 60 seconds on busy mornings.
Seed substitutions
Seed substitutions: If you don't have hemp seeds, chia seeds or ground flaxseed work wonderfully and still provide those joint-supporting Omega-3s.
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