Gentle Coconut Yogurt Bowl with Banana and Seeds
A soothing, light evening bowl of smooth coconut yogurt whipped with plain protein and topped with sliced ripe banana and crunchy pumpkin seeds. Perfectly gentle on a travel-weary stomach while delivering evening protein.
Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Claire + Lila
Claire 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 HealthDigestive 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
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
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
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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Equipment
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Time saver
Store any unused portion of the banana wrapped tightly in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
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Next: Scoop the coconut yogurt into a small…
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Scoop the coconut yogurt into a small…
Scoop the coconut yogurt into a small cereal bowl.
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Sprinkle the unflavored pea protein powder over…
Sprinkle the unflavored pea protein powder over the yogurt and whisk thoroughly with a spoon or small fork until completely smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
Look for: completely smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining
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Peel and thinly slice the ripe banana…
Peel and thinly slice the ripe banana on a cutting board.
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Arrange the banana slices gently across one…
Arrange the banana slices gently across one side of the yogurt bowl.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Scatter the raw pumpkin seeds evenly over…
Scatter the raw pumpkin seeds evenly over the top right before serving.
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