High Protein Greek Yogurt Bowl With Almond Butter
A protein-packed, creamy Greek yogurt bowl topped with crisp apple slices, a touch of almond butter, and chia seeds. It is a satisfying, no-cook breakfast designed to keep you full and support muscle maintenance.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kristine + Lila
Kristine 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
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
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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Prep
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Make-Ahead Tip: You can wash and chop the apples the night before and store them in a small, airtight container with a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent browning.
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Instructions
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Next: Spoon the plain Greek yogurt into a…
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Spoon the plain Greek yogurt into a…
Spoon the plain Greek yogurt into a medium serving bowl and smooth it out with the back of a spoon.
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Wash the apple
Wash the apple, core it, and cut it into bite-size pieces about 0.5 inch (1.2cm) wide.
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Arrange the apple pieces on top of…
Arrange the apple pieces on top of the yogurt in an even layer.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Drizzle the almond butter evenly over the…
Drizzle the almond butter evenly over the apples and yogurt. If your almond butter is too thick, warm it in a microwave-safe dish for 10 to 15 seconds to make it pourable.
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Sprinkle the chia seeds evenly over the…
Sprinkle the chia seeds evenly over the entire bowl before serving immediately.
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