Choc Mint Spinach Protein Power Shake
A refreshing choc-mint meal replacement shake boosted with extra whey, nutrient-packed spinach, and skim milk. Perfect for a quick, filling breakfast or post-workout refuel without added sugar.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Jaye + Lila
Jaye 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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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
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
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
Setup
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Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
If preparing ahead, store in a sealed shaker bottle in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours and shake vigorously before drinking.
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Instructions
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Next: Measure skim milk and pour into a…
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Measure skim milk and pour into a…
Measure skim milk and pour into a high-speed blender container to ensure smooth blending without powder sticking to the bottom.
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Add chocolate mint protein powder
Add chocolate mint protein powder, whey protein powder, and fresh baby spinach to the blender.
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Secure the lid and blend on medium-high…
Secure the lid and blend on medium-high speed for 45 to 60 seconds until the spinach is fully incorporated and the shake is completely smooth and frothy.
Look for: the spinach is fully incorporated and the shake is completely smooth and frothy
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Pour immediately into a tall glass and…
Pour immediately into a tall glass and enjoy fresh.
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