High Protein Afternoon Berry Greens Smoothie
A quick, easily digestible blend of vanilla plant protein, collagen, berries, and spinach. Powered by hemp seeds for healthy fats and sustained energy before an active evening.
Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Natalie + Lila
Natalie 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
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
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
Setup
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Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
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Instructions
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Add the unsweetened almond milk to your high-speed blender container first to ensure smooth blending.
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Layer in the fresh spinach
Layer in the fresh spinach, frozen mixed berries, vanilla plant protein powder, collagen peptides, and hemp seeds.
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Secure the blender lid and blend on…
Secure the blender lid and blend on low speed for 10 seconds, then increase to high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
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Pour immediately into a glass and enjoy…
Pour immediately into a glass and enjoy right away before your session.
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