Turkey Pepper Flax Pita Box with Quest Chips
A quick, protein-packed flax pita stuffed with lean deli turkey, roasted red peppers, spinach, and tangy pickles. Served alongside crisp Quest protein chips and creamy guacamole for a satisfying, high-fiber lunch.
Prep
10 min
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Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Becca + Lila
Becca 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Prep
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Total
10 min
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Prep Ahead: You can mix the ranch yogurt spread and slice the vegetables in advance for even faster assembly.
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Instructions
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Next: Stir together 2 tbsp greek yogurt and…
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Stir together 2 tbsp greek yogurt and…
In a small bowl, stir together 2 tbsp greek yogurt and 0.25 tsp ranch seasoning mix until fully combined to create the pita spread.
Look for: fully combined to create the pita spread
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Carefully slice open 1 flax pita along…
Carefully slice open 1 flax pita along the top edge to form a pocket.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Spread the prepared ranch yogurt evenly inside…
Spread the prepared ranch yogurt evenly inside the pita pocket.
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Layer 4 oz sliced deli turkey
Layer 4 oz sliced deli turkey, 2 tbsp jarred roasted red pepper, 0.25 cup fresh spinach, 1 tbsp banana pepper rings, and 1 tbsp sliced dill pickle inside the pita pocket.
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Transfer the stuffed pita to a lunch…
Transfer the stuffed pita to a lunch box or plate, and serve alongside 1 mini guacamole cup and 1 single serving bag quest tortilla chips.
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