Quick Berry and Flax Protein Porridge
A creamy 5-minute microwave porridge enriched with whey protein, ground flaxseed, and sweet blueberries. Made with simple UK pantry staples for steady morning energy.
Prep
2 min
Cook
3 min
Total
5 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.
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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
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
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
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
2 min
Cook
3 min
Total
5 min
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Equipment
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Combine the rolled oat
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Combine the rolled oat
In a microwave-safe cereal bowl, combine the rolled oat, ground flaxseed, and semi-skimmed milk.
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Microwave on high power for 90 seconds…
Microwave on high power for 90 seconds (based on an 800W microwave). Stir thoroughly to prevent boiling over.
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Microwave on high power for another 30…
Microwave on high power for another 30 to 60 seconds until the porridge thickens to a smooth, creamy texture.
Look for: the porridge thickens to a smooth, creamy texture
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Remove the bowl safely from the microwave…
Remove the bowl safely from the microwave and let it cool for 1 minute.
Allow: 1 minute
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Whisk in the vanilla whey protein powder…
Whisk in the vanilla whey protein powder until completely dissolved and creamy.
Look for: completely dissolved and creamy
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Top with the blueberry and serve warm…
Top with the blueberry and serve warm immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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