Savory Whipped Cottage Cheese with Pumpkin Seeds
Creamy cottage cheese whipped until velvety smooth and topped with crunchy pumpkin seeds and a hint of black pepper. A high-protein, zero-prep evening snack that supports muscle recovery without added sugars or soy.
Prep
5 min
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5 min
Makes
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Made by Nanners + Lila
Nanners 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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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
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
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
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
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Measure 0.5 cups (115g) of low-fat cottage cheese and 1 tbsp (10g) of raw pumpkin seeds.
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Spoon the cottage cheese into a small…
Spoon the cottage cheese into a small bowl or mini food processor.
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Whip or stir vigorously with a fork…
Whip or stir vigorously with a fork for 30 seconds until light and creamy.
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Top with the raw pumpkin seeds
Top with the raw pumpkin seeds, a pinch of freshly cracked black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
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Serve immediately or chill for up to 3 days in a sealed container.
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