Salmon and Chickpea Power Bowl with Bell Pepper
Flaky pink salmon paired with fiber-rich chickpeas, sweet diced red bell pepper, and a creamy lemon Greek yogurt dressing. A crisp, refreshing high-protein bowl ready in just 10 minutes with zero cooking required.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
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.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier 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
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
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Prep
10 min
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Total
10 min
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Equipment
Colander · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
If preparing in advance for meal prep, store the dressing in a separate small container and toss just before serving to keep the bell peppers crisp.
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Instructions
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Next: Open and drain the canned salmon and…
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Open and drain the canned salmon and…
Open and drain the canned salmon and canned chickpeas into a fine-mesh colander over the sink.
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Dice the red bell pepper into small…
Dice the red bell pepper into small 1/2-inch (1cm) pieces on a clean cutting board.
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Whisk together the plain greek yogurt
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the plain greek yogurt, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and black pepper until smooth.
Look for: smooth
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Transfer the drained chickpeas
Transfer the drained chickpeas, drained salmon, and diced red bell pepper into a main serving bowl.
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Pour the lemon yogurt dressing over the…
Pour the lemon yogurt dressing over the ingredients and toss gently with a spoon until everything is evenly coated.
Look for: everything is evenly coated
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Serve immediately or cover and chill in…
Serve immediately or cover and chill in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Allow: 24 hours
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