High Protein Perimenopause Day
A complete, stomach-gentle meal plan of simple, high-protein favorites to easily help you reach your daily targets. Designed for two servings per meal, featuring satisfying, familiar ingredients like skyr, salmon, and chicken.
Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Kasia + Lila
Kasia 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
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
Everyday nourishment
One less thing to overthink
When your cycle feels unpredictable, a straightforward, balanced meal is a useful piece of routine you can control.
Notice: energy + meal rhythm
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
Setup
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Choose your servings, gather what you need, then cook along below.
Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Saucepan · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Batch Prep: Bake multiple chicken breasts and roast several sweet potatoes at the beginning of the week to keep assembly under 10 minutes.
Do these three things first
- 1For Lunch (Baked Salmon and Sweet Potato): Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: For Breakfast (Berry Protein Oats)
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For Breakfast (Berry Protein Oats)
For Breakfast (Berry Protein Oats): In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine oats, milk, and water. Stir continuously for 5 to 7 minutes until the oats are creamy and the liquid is mostly absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes. Stir in the protein powder and a splash of water if too thick, then fold in half of the skyr. Top with fresh blueberries.
Look for: the oats are creamy and the liquid is mostly absorbed
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For Lunch (Baked Salmon and Sweet Potato)
For Lunch (Baked Salmon and Sweet Potato): Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Place the salmon fillet and cubed sweet potato on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle both with olive oil and season with salt and dried oregano. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the sweet potato is tender.
Look for: the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the sweet potato is tender
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For Dinner (Quick Chicken Flatbread)
For Dinner (Quick Chicken Flatbread): Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add cooked chicken breast strips to warm through, about 3 minutes. Warm the flatbread in a dry pan for 30 seconds on each side. Spread cottage cheese over the flatbread, top with warmed chicken, and serve alongside fresh cucumber and baby carrot sticks.
Allow: 3 minutes
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For Snack (Edamame and Greek Yogurt Bowl)
For Snack (Edamame and Greek Yogurt Bowl): Steam the edamame in pods for 5 minutes until vibrant green, then sprinkle with sea salt. In a separate small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with chia seed and serve.
Look for: vibrant green, then sprinkle with sea salt
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