Mediterranean Fig and Ricotta Protein Smoothie
A creamy, Italian-inspired smoothie blending rich ricotta cheese, sweet dried figs, and vanilla protein for a satisfying breakfast. It tastes like a decadent Mediterranean dessert while keeping your blood sugar stable.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Jodie + Lila
Jodie 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
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
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
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
Make-ahead: You can pre-portion the fig, walnuts, flaxseed, and cinnamon in a small container the night before to speed up your morning.
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Instructions
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Next: Measure and add the unsweetened almond milk
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Measure and add the unsweetened almond milk
Measure and add the unsweetened almond milk, ricotta cheese, and vanilla whey protein powder into a high-speed blender.
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Add the chopped dried fig
Add the chopped dried fig, walnut halves, ground flaxseed, and ground cinnamon to the blender carafe.
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Secure the lid tightly and blend on…
Secure the lid tightly and blend on high speed for 45 to 60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and no visible pieces of fig remain.
Look for: the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and no visible pieces of fig remain
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Pour the smoothie into a tall glass…
Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and serve immediately while cold.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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