Crunchy Turkey Bacon and Baby Carrot Snack Plate
A quick keto-friendly snack featuring crunchy baby carrots, savory turkey bacon, and a warm frothy cappuccino.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
Makes about
1 serving
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Made by Tee + Lila
Tee 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.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably 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
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.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
Get set up
Choose your servings, gather what you need, then cook along below.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Measure everything before you start so this quick recipe moves without pauses.
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
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet…
- 01
Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet…
Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet or microwave until crispy. Blot with a paper towel to remove excess grease.
Look for: crispy
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Prepare the optavia frothy cappuccino by mixing…
Prepare the optavia frothy cappuccino by mixing the contents of the pack with 8 oz (240ml) of hot water, whisking until frothy.
Look for: frothy
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Arrange the baby carrot
Arrange the baby carrot, turkey bacon, and vegetable dip on a plate.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Serve immediately while the cappuccino is hot
Serve immediately while the cappuccino is hot.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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