Beyond Meat Steak Lunch Bowl with Muhammara
A warm and savory high-protein lunch featuring tender Beyond Meat steak pieces paired with rich muhammara, juicy tomato, and fresh baby spinach. Designed to be quick, delicious, and highly satisfying during a busy day.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kawita + Lila
Kawita 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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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
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
Digestive comfort
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.
Notice: comfort + portion
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk
Time saver
Make-Ahead: You can cook the beyond meat steak pieces in advance and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in a pan or microwave before assembling your bowl.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Heat a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high…
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Heat a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high…
Heat a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
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Add the beyond meat steak pieces
Once the pan is hot, add the beyond meat steak pieces. Cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are beautifully browned and hot throughout (reaching an internal temperature of 165%F or 74%C).
Look for: they are beautifully browned and hot throughout (reaching an internal temperature of 165%F or 74%C)
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Place the fresh baby spinach in a…
While the plant-based steak is cooking, place the fresh baby spinach in a serving bowl. Top it with the halved cherry tomato.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Add the cooked beyond meat steak pieces…
Add the cooked beyond meat steak pieces to the bowl next to the vegetables.
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Spoon the savory muhammara spread over the…
Spoon the savory muhammara spread over the top and serve immediately.
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