Bladder Friendly Protein Evening Plate
A comforting, easy-to-assemble evening plate featuring gentle-on-the-gut charcuterie, soft hard-boiled eggs, and gut-friendly Greek yogurt with flaxseed. It is specifically designed to be low-acid, gluten-free, and high-protein.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Vanessa + Lila
Vanessa 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
Protein consistency
Make a nourishing habit easier
This is another practical opportunity to include protein and varied whole foods—small habits that are easier to repeat than a perfect diet.
Notice: protein across the day
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Knife and cutting board
Time saver
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them…
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Peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them…
Peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them in half. Place them on one side of a large serving plate.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Arrange the sliced turkey breast
Arrange the sliced turkey breast, mild cheddar cheese, and gluten-free crackers alongside the eggs.
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Add the mild cucumber pickle slices to…
Add the mild cucumber pickle slices to the plate, ensuring they are low-acid/non-acidic for bladder comfort.
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Separate bowl
In a small, separate bowl, stir together the plain low-fat Greek yogurt and ground flaxseed until fully combined.
Look for: fully combined
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Serve the plate and yogurt bowl together…
Serve the plate and yogurt bowl together at room temperature for optimal digestion.
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