Salmon and Chickpea Power Bowl with Radish
Flaky canned salmon tossed with fiber-rich chickpeas, crisp radishes, and a bright lemon Greek yogurt dressing. A fresh, high-protein bowl ready in just 10 minutes without any cooking.
Prep
10 min
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Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Becky + Lila
Becky 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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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
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
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
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Total
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Storage: Keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 48 hours for an easy meal-prep option.
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk together 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
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Whisk together 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tsp lemon juice, 0.25 tsp sea salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper until smooth.
Look for: smooth
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Combine 100g drained pink salmon
In a medium serving bowl, combine 100g drained pink salmon, 0.5 cups drained chickpeas, and 3 pcs thinly sliced radishes.
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Pour the lemon-yogurt dressing over the salmon…
Pour the lemon-yogurt dressing over the salmon mixture.
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Fold gently with a spoon until all…
Fold gently with a spoon until all ingredients are lightly coated.
Look for: all ingredients are lightly coated
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Top with 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds and…
Top with 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds and serve immediately, or cover and chill for up to 2 days.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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