Herb Garlic Cream Cheese Rice Cakes With Cucumber And Salmon
Crisp brown rice cakes spread with lactose-free herb and garlic cream cheese, topped with fresh cucumber, savory canned wild salmon, and healthy avocado.
Prep
10 min
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Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Gillian + Lila
Gillian created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Time saver
Storage: These are best enjoyed immediately to keep the rice cakes from getting soggy. If prepping ahead, pack the toppings separately and assemble right before eating.
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Place the brown rice cakes on a…
Place the brown rice cakes on a clean plate or cutting board.
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Spread the lactose-free herb and garlic cream…
Spread the lactose-free herb and garlic cream cheese evenly across each rice cake.
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Flake the canned pink salmon with a…
In a small bowl, flake the canned pink salmon with a fork, checking for and removing any stray bones or skin if desired.
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Divide the flaked salmon evenly among the…
Divide the flaked salmon evenly among the rice cakes, pressing it lightly into the cream cheese so it stays in place.
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Peel the fresh cucumber if desired
Peel the fresh cucumber if desired, then cut it into very thin rounds. Layer the cucumber slices over the salmon.
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Cut the avocado in half
Cut the avocado in half, discard the pit, and slice 1/4 of it into thin strips. Arrange the avocado slices on top of the cucumber layer.
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Garnish with fresh dill sprigs if using
Garnish with fresh dill sprigs if using, and serve immediately.
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