Greek Yogurt Bowl with Sliced Banana and Pumpkin Seeds
A creamy, satisfying yogurt bowl layered with ripe banana slices, crunchy pumpkin seeds, and a light drizzle of honey. Quick to prepare and packed with protein and beneficial probiotics.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 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.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier 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
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
Setup
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Prep
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
Knife and cutting board
Time saver
To prep ahead, portion the yogurt and pumpkin seeds into a container, then slice the fresh banana and add the honey right before eating to prevent browning.
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Instructions
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Next: Scoop the plain Greek yogurt into a…
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Scoop the plain Greek yogurt into a…
Scoop the plain Greek yogurt into a cereal bowl or wide serving glass.
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Slice the fresh banana into thin rounds…
Slice the fresh banana into thin rounds using a paring knife on a cutting board.
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Arrange the banana rounds evenly over the…
Arrange the banana rounds evenly over the surface of the yogurt.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Sprinkle the raw pumpkin seeds across the…
Sprinkle the raw pumpkin seeds across the banana layer to add texture and crunch.
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Drizzle the honey over the top just…
Drizzle the honey over the top just before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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