Almond Butter And Flax Seed Power Bowl
A creamy almond butter and flax seed breakfast bowl topped with fresh berries. Designed to provide sustained energy and fits easily into a nourishing week without gluten or added sugar.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes about
1 serving
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Made by Julie + Lila
Julie 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
Protein consistency
Make a nourishing habit easier
This is another practical opportunity to include protein and varied whole foods—small habits that are easier to repeat than a perfect diet.
Notice: protein across the day
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
Mixing bowl
Time saver
To make this ahead of time, mix the almond butter and yogurt the night before and keep it in the fridge.
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- 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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Instructions
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Next: Combine the almond butter
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Combine the almond butter
In a small bowl, combine the almond butter, ground flax seed, and full-fat greek yogurt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Look for: smooth and creamy
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If the mixture is too thick
If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of unsweetened almond milk until you reach your desired consistency.
Look for: you reach your desired consistency
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Top with fresh blueberry and a dash…
Top with fresh blueberry and a dash of ground cinnamon.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Serve immediately at room temperature or chilled
Serve immediately at room temperature or chilled.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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