Protein Power Grab And Go Snack Plate
A quick-prep, allergen-free snack plate featuring a hard-boiled egg, clean beef snack stick, and crisp cucumber slices. It is perfectly portioned for steady energy and easy to pack for busy workdays.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kimberley + Lila
Kimberley 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
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
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.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Choose your servings, gather what you need, then cook along below.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
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Equipment
Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Make-Ahead Hack: Boil a half-dozen eggs at the start of the week so they are ready to assemble in seconds.
Do these three things first
- 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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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Peel the pre-boiled large chicken egg and…
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Peel the pre-boiled large chicken egg and…
Peel the pre-boiled large chicken egg and slice it in half. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt if desired.
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Slice the fresh medium cucumber into 1/4-inch…
Slice the fresh medium cucumber into 1/4-inch (0.6cm) thick rounds.
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Arrange the halved egg
Arrange the halved egg, beef stick, and cucumber slices on a plate or pack them into a portable meal prep container.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Keep refrigerated for up to 4 days
Keep refrigerated for up to 4 days, ready to grab-and-go when you need a quick protein boost.
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