Haggis, Green Lentil, Spinach & Sweetcorn Box
Savory Scottish haggis served over pre-cooked green lentils, crisp sweetcorn, and fresh baby spinach. A comforting, high-protein meal box ready in just 10 minutes.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 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.
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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
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
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.
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Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
If preparing ahead for a shift, keep the lemon juice in a separate small container until serving to keep the spinach fresh and crisp.
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Instructions
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Next: Place 100g of haggis into a microwave-safe…
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Place 100g of haggis into a microwave-safe…
Place 100g of haggis into a microwave-safe dish or small skillet over medium heat.
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Heat the haggis for 4 to 5…
Heat the haggis for 4 to 5 minutes until piping hot throughout (or microwave on high for 2 minutes).
Look for: piping hot throughout (or microwave on high for 2 minutes)
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Combine 100g of cooked green lentils
In a meal box or serving bowl, combine 100g of cooked green lentils, 50g of sweetcorn, and 30g of fresh baby spinach.
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Drizzle 1 tbsp of lemon juice over…
Drizzle 1 tbsp of lemon juice over the lentil and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to combine.
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Top the lentil base with the hot…
Top the lentil base with the hot haggis.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Serve immediately or let cool slightly before…
Serve immediately or let cool slightly before covering and refrigerating for shift prep.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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