Vanilla Cinnamon Chia Smoothie
A velvety, warm-spiced breakfast smoothie combining rich chia seeds, almond butter, and spinach with sweet vanilla and cinnamon. Perfectly nourishing without any dairy, eggs, soy, or added sugar.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Dawn + Lila
Dawn 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
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
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
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Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
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Instructions
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Next: Measure and add unsweetened almond milk
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Measure and add unsweetened almond milk
Measure and add unsweetened almond milk, spinach, chia seeds, almond butter, ground cinnamon, and pure vanilla extract into a high-speed blender container.
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Secure the blender lid tightly
Secure the blender lid tightly.
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Blend on high for 45 to 60…
Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds until completely smooth, creamy, and flecks of spinach are no longer visible.
Look for: completely smooth, creamy, and flecks of spinach are no longer visible
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Pour into a tall glass and let…
Pour into a tall glass and let rest for 2 minutes to allow the chia seeds to thicken the texture slightly.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Enjoy immediately or store tightly sealed in…
Enjoy immediately or store tightly sealed in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Allow: 24 hours
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